FILLING THE COUNCIL DISTRICT 5 VACANCY
Residents of Midvale City who are interested in filling the Council District 5 vacancy must meet the statutory requirements of an elected official. Candidates must submit this application and are encouraged to submit a letter of interest that includes a description of their background and why they are interested in the position. Please note, the remaining term of office for Council District 5 will be January 7, 2025, through January 5, 2026.
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: Monday, December 30, 2024, by 5:00 p.m.
- Public Interview Date: Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.
Term of Office
- January 7, 2025, through January 5, 2026
Application Information
Applications are available online and at the Midvale City Offices. Applications must be submitted in person to the Midvale City Recorder located on the second floor of City Hall in Administration, 7505 S Holden Street, Midvale, Utah.
City Recorders Office
Midvale City Hall
7505 S Holden Street, Midvale, UT
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.,
Closed Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
City Hall will be closed Wednesday, December 25th and Thursday, December 26th for the holidays.
Eligibility Requirements for Council Candidates
1. Must be a registered voter in Midvale, Utah.
2. Must be a resident of Council District 5.
3. Must have resided within Midvale, Utah, for 12 consecutive months immediately preceding the date of the appointment.
4. Must not be a mentally incompetent individual, an individual convicted of a felony, or an individual convicted of treason or a crime against the elective franchise may not hold office in this state until the right to hold elective office is restored under Section 20A-2-101.3 or 20A-2-101.5.
5. Must not, at the same time, hold a county elected office.
Interview and Appointment Process
All qualified individuals who submit an application to fill the Council District 5 vacancy will be interviewed by the City Council in a public meeting at City Hall on January 7, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. The City Council will appoint a replacement at the same meeting. The application and letter of interest will be included in the materials for the City Council meeting. For further details, please refer to:
- Utah Code §10-3-301
- Utah Code §20A-9-203
- Utah Constitution Art. IV, Sec. 6
Thank you for your interest in serving our community. If you have any questions, please contact the City Recorder at 801-567-7207 or randreason@midvaleut.gov.
Notice of Special Accommodations (ADA)
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Midvale City will make reasonable accommodations for participation in the meeting. Request assistance by contacting the City Recorder at 801-567-7207, providing at least three (3) working days advance notice of the meeting.
Notice of Electronic or Telephone Participation
Council Members may participate in the meeting via electronic communications. Council Members' participation via electronic communication will be broadcast and amplified so other Council Members and all other persons present in the Council Chambers will be able to hear or see the communication.