MO SB323

Non-residents of a city may run for mayor, alderman, or councilman if they own real property in the relevant jurisdiction for the required residency period (1-2 years depending on the office)

Alternatively, non-resident candidates can qualify for the ballot through a petition signed by at least 10% of registered voters who voted for mayor in the last municipal election, submitted at least 60 days before the election

City clerks must examine petitions within 10 days of filing and issue a certificate; insufficient petitions may be amended within 10 days of the certificate

Non-resident candidates must still meet age requirements (18 for alderman, 21 for councilman, 25-30 for mayor depending on city type), be U.S. citizens, and reside within the county where the city is located

Applies to third-class cities (Sections 77.060, 77.230) and fourth-class cities (Sections 79.070, 79.080, 79.250)