Become an election judge, run for local office, and get a referendum on the ballot.
Work on Election Day
Help ensure that polling places run smoothly and voters are properly served. Become an election judge.
Run for local office
Make a difference in your community by becoming an elected official. Find information for candidates interested in running for office in Illinois.
Get a referendum on the ballot
Illinois is one of 24 states that allow a form of direct democracy called ballot initiatives. A ballot initiative can be officially created when a certain minimum number of registered voters sign a petition to initiate a public vote on a proposed statute or constitutional amendment. Learn more about signature requirements in Illinois.
Know who represents you, Oak Park
See a list of current elected officials and who represents you in local, state, and federal government.