How to vote, how to run, and who’s shown up.
FABRIZIO GOWDY
Gadsden County News Service
With less than two months until the April 14 Sneads municipal elections, here is everything to know.
On the Ballot
Members of the Sneads Town Council serve two year terms. This year, groups 1 and 2 are up for re-election — that’s councilman Tim Perry and councilwoman Kay Neel respectively. Both first took office in 2024, with Neel defeating Donovan Weeks with 67% of the vote and Perry winning an uncontested race.
Neither Perry nor Neel responded to request for comment on whether they plan to seek re-election. Races are officially non-partisan, and there are no districts, with council members being elected at-large.
Qualifying to Run
Those wishing to run must have lived in Sneads city limits for six months. Prospective candidates must pay a $240 qualifying fee and fill out the necessary paperwork with the city clerk at City Hall. No signatures are required.
The qualifying dates to enter the race are from Feb. 23 at 7 a.m. until Feb. 27 at 12 p.m.
Voting
Voting will take place in-person on April 14 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at City Hall, located at 2028 3rd Avenue. The last day to register to vote is March. 16. Those wishing to request a mail-in ballot must do so by contacting the Jackson County Supervisor of Elections Office no later than April 2 by 5 p.m.
Unofficial results will be posted on the Town of Sneads Facebook page, and the winners will be sworn in at the May council meeting. The position comes with a salary of $4,800.
