Kekava Municipality Extends Application Period for Election Commission Members

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The Kekava County Council in Latvia has decided to extend the application period for candidates to become members of the Kekava County Election Commission. According to the decision made on August 21, the new deadline for submission of applications is August 28, 2025. The Election Commission is responsible for organizing elections, referendums, and local government referendums in the region. Eligible citizens must have a good command of the Latvian language, basic education, and not hold any other public offices or election commissions.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Kekava County Council has extended the application period for Election Commission members until August 28, 2025.
  • Eligible candidates must be Latvian citizens with a good command of the Latvian language, have at least general secondary education, and not hold any other public offices or election commissions.
  • The Election Commission is responsible for organizing Saeima elections, European Parliament elections, and relevant city council elections, as well as referendums and local government referendums.
  • The commission ensures the preparation and organization of elections within the jurisdiction of the Kekava municipality.
  • The chairperson and members of the election commission must be elected by the relevant local government council within three months after its election.

Statistics:

  • The application period for Election Commission members has been extended by 7 days.
  • The deadline for submission of applications is now set for August 28, 2025.
  • Eligible candidates must be Latvian citizens with a C1 level understanding of the Latvian language.
  • A total of 10 eligible citizens are required to nominate a candidate for the Election Commission.

Sources:

  • Kekava Municipality news release, published on August 21.