Fruita residents will head to the ballot this spring as the City’s regular municipal election is scheduled for April 7.

Conducted entirely by mail, ballots will be distributed to registered voters in mid-March, providing an accessible way for the community to participate in choosing local leadership.

Nomination petitions are available now at the City Clerk’s Office, and completed forms with at least 25 signatures from registered Fruita voters must be submitted by Jan. 26.

Fruita operates as a home-rule city under a council-manager form of government. The mayor is elected at large and presides over meetings and represents the city at public events, while the council sets policy direction.

According to the announcement, the ballot will include the election of a mayor for a two-year term and four city council seats, including three four-year positions and one two-year term. Candidates must be at least 21 years old, registered voters and residents of Fruita to qualify.