Wells County Republican Party Announces Caucus to Fill Bluffton Mayoral Vacancy
Bluffton, IN – The Wells County Republican Party has announced it will hold a caucus to fill a vacancy in the Office of Mayor for the City of Bluffton. The caucus will occur on Monday, July 14, 2025, at 7:00 PM at the Wells County Republican Headquarters, 125 S Johnson St, Bluffton, IN.
Candidates interested in being considered for the position must meet the following qualifications:
Be a “Qualified Primary Republican” as defined by Indiana Republican State Committee Rule 1-24, meaning a voter who cast a Republican Party ballot at the two most recent primary elections in Indiana in which the voter voted, and who is a Republican in Good-Standing
Reside within the city limits of Bluffton, Indiana
Meet all requirements to hold the office of Mayor as outlined in the Indiana Code
To be eligible for consideration, candidates must file a Declaration of Candidacy (Form CEB-5) with both the Wells County Clerk and the Caucus Chairman, Preston T. Wright, no later than 72 hours prior to the caucus. The CEB-5 form is available online at: https://www.in.gov/sos/elections/election-administrators-portal/election-forms/
"This position matters deeply to the future of Bluffton," said Preston T. Wright, Chairman of the Wells County Republican Party. "We are at a defining moment as a city. This caucus is about choosing our next mayor and beginning a new chapter for Bluffton. We need someone who will lead with vision, uphold our conservative values, and strengthen this community for the next generation."
The Wells County Republican Party encourages interested and qualified individuals to consider this important opportunity to serve the Bluffton community.
For more information or to submit questions, please contact the Wells County Republican Party by visiting wells.gop/contact.
The Wells County Republican Party does not endorse candidates in primaries or caucuses for local positions.
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