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FILING WEEK IS HERE: All PCOs (current and prospective) must file the week of May 16th through May 20th at 4pm.
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Make a Real Difference, Starting With Your Neighborhood
A Precinct Committee Officer (PCO) is one of the most important roles in the Democratic Party. They serve on the front lines of our elections, engage directly with their neighbors, build strong communities and ensure strong Democratic turnout in all elections.
What are a PCO’s duties?
- Make sure neighbors in your precinct are registered to vote
- Remind neighbors in your precinct to vote
- Vote on party priorities and leadership
- Decide which candidates to endorse
Why are PCOs important?
PCOs are the backbone of the local Democratic party:
- Neighborhoods with PCOs have higher voter turnout
- PCOs vote on and endorse candidates for office all the way from school board to state legislature. They help connect voters to those who hold those offices.
- PCOs can build toolkits and best practices that can be shared amongst Legislative Districts
- Many future elected officials begin as a PCO – having a strong pool of PCOs leads to a strong pipeline for future party leadership
What is my precinct?
Need help finding your legislative district, or precinct? Enter your address, and we’ll point you in the right direction.
visit: https://kingcounty.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=4412d015887a42fbb271be454852a15f
Where do I file to be a PCO candidate?
Online PCO filing is available 24 hours a day starting May 16, 2022, at 9am and ending on May 20, 2022 at 4pm.
https://www.kingcounty.gov/depts/elections/for-candidates/online-pco-filing.aspx
Before then:
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- Verify that your voter registration information is correct at My Voter Information
- Read the PCO Candidate Manual
- Pledge to File!
Important 2022 PCO Candidate Dates
May 16 – Candidate filing begins at 9a
May 20 – Candidate filing ends at 4p
May 23 – Last date for candidates to withdraw*
May 27 – Candidate statements for Primary Election due
July 13 – Ballots mailed for Primary Election
August 2 – Primary Election Day
August 16 – Primary Election Certified
Things to know:
- No filing fee
- Name only shows up on ballot if contested race
- *If, after last date to withdraw, there is only one candidate in a precinct, that candidate is deemed elected and King County Elections will issue certification of election
- Candidate filings become part of the public record
Looking for the PCO Appointment Process?
Go here
Have questions? Ready to Pledge to File?
Fill out the form below and we’ll be in touch shortly!