Erie County Controller
Erie County, PA
Current Incumbent
Kyle Foust
Democratic
In office since January 2024
Next Election
Nov 2, 2027
Filing Window
Mar 10, 2027 - Aug 2, 2027
Term Length
4 years
Number of Seats
1
About this position
The county Controller is the county's independently elected fiscal watchdog and auditor, exercising general supervision and control over its financial affairs. The Controller is authorized to examine the accounts and official acts of all officers or other persons who collect, receive, or disperse the county's money and may investigate accusations of mismanagement and fraud among local agencies, employees, and contractors.
Eligibility requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be a resident of the district
- All persons elected to any county office must be at least 18 years old, U.S. citizens, and residents of the county for at least one year prior to their election.
Filing information
Elections office
140 W. 6th St., Rm. 112, Erie, PA 16501
Phone: 814-451-6017
Fee & signature requirements
Filing fee is $100. Signature Requirements: 250.
Filing instructions
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.