(8/27) Thurmont’s election is coming up fast as two seats for Commissioner are open for election this fall. Compared to other local elections, Thurmont’s election runs a bit differently in comparison. The Thurmont election process begins with a nominating convention, which will be held on September 24 at 7 p.m. at the Municipal office. All those who wish to run in the election are invited to attend. Self-nomination will be accepted at the convention as long as second nominations are present.

Following the nominating convention, approved candidates face election on October 29 at the Guardian Hose Activities building. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. Last day to register to vote is October 1, and absentee ballot applications will be available starting on October 4.

Positions open in Thurmont are two Commissioner seats currently held by Commissioners Bill Buehrer and Wes Hamrick. To be eligible for Commissioner, a candidate must be a registered voter in Thurmont, and must have lived in the town for at least one year. Thurmont Commissioners serve four-year terms, meet every Tuesday, and are paid $5,500 per year. No official word has been received concerning potential candidates running in the Thurmont election this fall.

We will carry more details next month on the Thurmont election once official candidates have been announced.