Elections

City Elections 

March 2, 2020 the City Clerk's Office will begin accepting Declarations of Candidacy. The following are up for election in 2020:
Ward 2
Ward 4
Ward 5
Filing fee is $25.00
Stay tuned for more information on Declaration of Candidacy and Early Voting dates and times.

Information regarding City elections can be obtained from the City Clerk’s office at 595 Silver Lace Blvd or by calling (775) 784-9830. Additional election information is available at the Nevada Secretary of State Election Center website or at the Lyon County Clerk’s office.

Voter Registration 

You can register to vote online at the Nevada Secretary of State Election Center. Voter Registration forms are available in the City Clerk's Office, the Fernley Justice Court, Department of Motor Vehicles Offices, or the Lyon County Clerk / Treasurer's Office in Yerington. Registration forms can be completed and dropped off at the City Clerk's Office in Fernley or mailed to:

Lyon County Clerk Treasurer

27 S. Main St.

Yerington, NV 89447

Eligibility 

To register to vote in Lyon County a person must meet the following requirements:

  • Actually, physically, and legally reside in Lyon County
  • Be a United States citizen
  • Have attained the age of 18 years old by election day
  • Provide official identification as proof of residence and identity, such as a driver’s license or other official document
  • Provide social security number, Nevada driver’s license number, or Nevada identification card number

Contact Information

For further information, please contact the City Clerk's Office by calling 775.784.9830 or by email cityclerk@cityoffernley.org