Running for Office


​Candidate Filing

​​​​​​Candidate Filing 2026

Candidate filing week was May 4-8 for candidates running in 2026.
The deadline to withdraw was May 11.

Candidates who filed 

Kitsap County Campaign Guidelines

State of Washington Campaign Guidelines


Printed copies of the Kitsap candidate guidelines book are available at the Kitsap County Auditor's Office - Elections Division, 619 Division Street, Port Orchard, WA 98366. 

Public Disclosure Commission Fact Sheets

Outline of first steps after announcing a candidacy

Detailed guide to the financial affairs disclosure form (F-1)

Table of contribution limits for political campaigns

The PDC also has a training web page with links to videos addressing the topics above and instructions on how to use the PDC’s online filing system, as well as training schedules.

Go to the PDC's Public Disclosure Registration and Reporting for comprehensive information about PDC requirements. Most candidates are required to file financial documents with the Public Disclosure Commission.



Important 2026 dates for candidates

Pamphlet statement due​ ​May 19, 2026
​Video Statement due
​June 15, 2026
​Primary
​August 4, 2026
General Election​ ​November 3, 2026


Obtaining Voter Data and Election Results.

Voter data useful to candidates and campaigns.  


Lot Draw
Each year we draw lots to determine the order candidates appear on the ballot. The draw for elections in 2026 was completed shortly after filing ended on Friday, May 8, 2026. Below is the video. 

Official Kitsap lot draw PDF

 



Candidate Filing


2026 Candidate Filing Dates

​October 15 - Last day candidates can file for free to be a write-in candidate in the General Election. 

October 16-November 3 - Candidates can file as a write-in candidate for General Election races, but must pay a filing fee.