Qualifying for November election begins
Municipal elections this year will be held in November; but, qualifying is in two weeks. County offices alternate years and will hold elections next year.
In Avera, four seats are available three council seats currently held by Larry McGraw, Glenn Evans and Ronnie Hadden; and, the mayor s seat currently held by Tommy Sheppard. Qualifying will be held Monday, Aug.16, and Tuesday, Aug. 17, at Avera City Hall from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The office will be closed for lunch from noon to 1 p.m. The office will be open Wednesday, Aug 18, from 9 a.m. to noon. Qualifying fees are $6 for mayor and $3 for a council seat.