Your guide to making a difference in your community by running for office in the Spring 2025 elections.
Running for local office is one of the most impactful ways to serve your community. Whether you’re passionate about education, public health, or sustainable development, serving in local government allows you to directly influence these areas. The Acton Area League of Women Voters encourages community members to consider this rewarding path.
Before diving into a campaign, it's essential to understand the responsibilities associated with the office you are interested in. Attend a few meetings, speak with current or former officeholders, and research the Open Meeting Law to ensure you are well-prepared. Your campaign should be based on informed positions rather than purely emotional appeals.
Acton: Paperwork available January 10, due March 25, local elections April 29, Town Meeting May 5.
Boxborough: Paperwork available January 22, due April 1, local elections May 20, Town Meeting May 12-15.
Hudson: Paperwork available January 2, due March 24. Town Meeting May 5, local elections May 12.
Littleton: Local election May 10.
Maynard: Paperwork available January 27, due March 18, local elections May 6, Town Meeting May 19.
Stow: Paperwork due March 31, local elections May 17, Town Meeting May 10.
| Town | Position | Term (Years) | Open Seats | Paperwork Due |
| Acton | Select Board | 3 | 2 | March 25, 2025 |
| School Committee | 3 | 2 | ||
| Library Trustees | 3 | 1 | ||
| Water District | 3 | 1 | ||
| Acton Housing Authority | 5 | 1 | ||
| Town Moderator | 1 | 1 | ||
| Boxborough | Select Board | 3 | 1 | April 1, 2025 |
| School Committee | 3 | 1 | ||
| Planning Board | 3 | 2 | ||
| Library Trustees | 3 | 2 | ||
| Board of Health | 3 | 1 | ||
| Town Moderator | 1 | 1 | ||
| Constable | 3 | 1 | ||
| Hudston | Select Board | 3 | 2 | March 24, 2025 |
| School Committee | 3 | 2 | ||
| School Committee | 1 | 1 | ||
| Trustees of Benevolent Funds | 3 | 1 | ||
| Housing Authority | 4 | 1 | ||
| Municipal Light Board | 3 | 1 | ||
| Park Commission | 3 | 1 | ||
| Planning Board | 3 | 2 | ||
| Library Trustees | 3 | 1 | ||
| Board of Health | 3 | 1 | ||
| Cemetary Commission | 3 | 1 | ||
| Constable | 3 | 1 | ||
| Littleton | Select Board | 3 | 2 | |
| Town Clerk | 3 | 1 | ||
| Board of Assessorts | 3 | 2 | ||
| School Committee | 3 | 1 | ||
| Electric Light Commissioner | 3 | 2 | ||
| Water Commissioner | 3 | 2 | ||
| Park & Recreation Commissioners | 3 | 2 | ||
| Planning Board | 5 | 1 | ||
| Library Trustees | 3 | 2 | ||
| Board of Health | 3 | 2 | ||
| Cemetary Commission | 3 | 1 | ||
| Trust Fund Commissioner | 3 | 1 | ||
| Maynard | Select Board | 3 | 1 | March 18, 2025 |
| School Committee | 3 | 1 | ||
| Library Trustees | 3 | 1 | ||
| Housing Authority | 5 | 1 | ||
| Stow | Select Board | 3 | 2 | March 31, 2025 |
| Nashoba Regional School District Committee | 3 | 1 | ||
| Housing Authority | 5 | 1 | ||
| Planning Board | 5 | 1 | ||
| Randall Library Trustee | 3 | 3 | ||
| Board of Health | 3 | 1 | ||
| Moderator | 3 | 1 |
The Acton Area League of Women Voters has put together a great guide to running for local office. It includes checklists, videos, and all the links you'll need to get started!