2026 Municipal Elections

Ulen’s next municipal election will be held this November. If you have an interest in serving your community, we encourage you to learn more about the roles available and the simple process for becoming a candidate.
Our Non-Partisan Town Structure
Like many small towns in Indiana, the Town of Ulen operates with a non- partisan municipal structure. This approach keeps the focus on local governance, common values, inclusive community service, and practical decision making. Indiana law allows municipal candidates to file either as independents or as a member of a party. Historically, most Ulen candidates have chosen to file as independents, which allows our elections to function without party primaries or party labels on the ballot. Regardless of how you file, running for a municipal office in Ulen does not require you to change political affiliation, restrict you from participating in primaries, or affect how you vote in state or federal elections. Ulen welcomes residents of all political backgrounds who wish to serve their community.
What Are the Elected Roles?
  • Town Council Member
  • Three Town Council members serve as the Town’s legislative and executive body. Typical responsibilities include:
  • • Adopting ordinances, resolutions, and the annual budget • Establishing budget priorities and seeking grant opportunities • Overseeing Town operations and services • Setting local policy and representing residents • Monitoring and applying legislative changes affecting the Town Council seats are four-year elected positions. Council members attend public monthly meetings, stay in touch with community members, and assist with occasional administrative and implementation tasks on some projects. This is a part-time unpaid position. Clerk-Treasurer The Clerk Treasurer is the Town’s fiscal officer and administrative record keeper. Key responsibilities include: • Managing bank and investment accounts, purchasing, and budget use
  • • Maintaining official records of the Town Council's decisions and transactions
  • • Supporting the Council and residents in meetings and through online communication
  • • Development and submission of the Town’s annual reports, budget, and files for auditing This is also a four-year elected position. The State of Indiana offers extensive training opportunities for this role, and the Clerk-Treasurer is required to attend training each year while in office. This is a part-time paid position.

Thinking about Serving?

For all dates, filing requirements and official forms, please refer directly to the Indiana Secretary of State’s Election Division and the Boone County Clerk websites. These are the authoritative sources for election information, and links are provided here. For more information about the roles themselves, feel free to reach out to one of your current council members by emailing towncouncil@ulen.town.
For more information, see the following websites and resources: - Boone County Clerk’s Office, Election Information- Indiana Secretary of State’s Election Division - 2026 Candidate Guide (information about elections for towns begins on page 119). The following forms must be completed for independent candidates*: CAN-20 Consent of Independent or Minor Political Party Candidate Nominated by Petition for Election in 2026CAN-21 Local Office Petition of Nomination in 2026 General ElectionCAN-12 State of Economic Interests for Local and School Board Offices *Verify forms and requirements with the Boone County Clerk's Office.