2026 Pacifica National Board and Local Station Board Elections
Nomination Extension through July 11, 2026
In order to ensure the full rights and participation of all members, Pacifica is extending the nomination period for renewals and new members who joined in June 2026 until July 11, 2026. This was recommended by Pacifica’s National Election Supervisor and is endorsed by the Executive Director and PNB Chair so that renewed and new members may have sufficient time to complete the nomination process.
Members who joined or renewed at any point prior to June 2026 still have until June 30 to make nominations and the extended nomination period for new and renewal members will not change the timing for candidate registrations or issuing ballots or conducting the election.
Any member who is interested should use Election Buddy to obtain a nomination code and link so that they can submit nominations for national and local Pacifica roles by the appropriate deadline.
2026 Election Timeline
April – May Election Preparation
June 1 – Fair Campaign Provisions take effect
June 30 Record Date for Membership
June 1 – June 30 (11:59 PM PT) Candidate Nomination Phase
Candidates will be available for viewing when we receive applications.
July 1 – July 8 Candidate Certification
August 15 Voting Phase Begins
September 30 Voting Phase Closes at 11:59 PM PT. The full election may be extended an additional 24 hours if a quorum is not met.
Fair Campaign Provisions no longer in effect after voting has ended.
October 15 Results Announced and Certified by the NES
Need help? Please email Election Buddy or the National Election Supervisor (NES) to submit questions.