Public Notice
Published in The Argus Observer on May 27, 2026 Location: Malheur County, Oregon
City of Vale
City of Vale Seeks Mayor & City Councilor Candidates
The City of Vale will have the position of mayor and three (3) City Council seats become vacant at the completion of the 2026 Calendar year. The mayor position is for two (2) years with the term of service expiring in December of 2028. The Council positions run for four (4) years with the term of service expiring in December of 2030. Positions require residency within the Vale City Limits for a minimum of one year.
The City Council meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month, at 7 PM at Vale City Hall. If you are interested in running for City Council please pick up a candidate elections packet from Vale City Hall, 150 Longfellow Street N. Vale, OR 97918.
Closing date for submitting completed candidacy forms is 5PM August 14th, 2026. Eligible candidates will appear on the November 3 rd, 2026 ballot. Elected officials will be sworn into office at the first meeting in January 2026.
If you have any questions, please contact Vale City Hall at 541-473-3133 ext 1 or aaponte@cityofvale.com.
Legal Number AOB001435 May 27, 2026