Waltham Nomination Papers Available For 2025 Election

WALTHAM, MA — Waltham's municipal election in 2025 isn't until September, but the first steps for those seeking office can be taken now.

Nomination papers for hopeful candidates are available as of April 30, with a deadline to file them set for June 27.

Candidates looking to get their papers can visit the City Clerk's Office in City Hall, 610 Main St., Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Races that'll appear on the ballot in November include councillors at large (six seats), ward councilors (nine seats) and School Committee members (three seats).

Some important dates for the upcoming elections include:

• Last day to file nomination papers - June 27
• Last day to file Statement of Candidacy - June 18
• List of Candidates will be posted - July 21
• Last day to withdraw - July 25
• Last day to register to vote in Preliminary Election - Aug. 30
• Preliminary Election - Sept. 9
• Last day to withdraw - Sept. 15
• Last day to register to vote in Municipal Election - Oct. 25
• Municipal Election - Nov. 4
• Inauguration Day - Jan. 4