The regular candidate filing period for the upcoming June 2, 2026, Municipal Election has concluded. 

The write-in candidate filing period is now open. Names of individuals who file as write-in candidates will not appear on the official ballot; voters who choose to cast their vote for a write-in candidate must write the candidate’s name on the ballot.

Individuals wishing to run as a write-in candidate must complete and submit the required notarized Write-In Candidate’s Certificate of Announcement form to the Town Clerk’s Office at Town Hall no later than 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

The Write-in Candidate Certificate of Announcement form and filing instructions are available through the Shepherdstown Town Clerk’s Office here.

Those interested in filing as a write-in candidate are encouraged to contact the Town Clerk in advance at 304-876-2398 to confirm filing requirements and submission procedures.