At any time not more than forty-five days, nor less than twenty-one days, prior to the date for a primary election, any eligible person may become a candidate for any elective office under the provisions of this Charter, either by filing an affidavit with the person designated by the Council, or by having an application in his or her behalf signed by at least five qualified voters and containing the endorsed acceptance of the proposed candidate. Such affidavit or application shall be on a form furnished by the City and stating the full name and address of the candidate and office for which he or she is candidate. A filing fee of $10.00 shall accompany the document.