Your Kane County ballot

Brenda Rodgers (D)
John A. Cunningham (R)

John A. Cunningham (Republican Party) (also known as Jack) is running for election to the Kane County Clerk in Illinois. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source)

Campaign site (listed by Ballotpedia)

Amy Johnson (D)

Amy Johnson (Democratic Party) is running for election to the Kane County Sheriff in Illinois. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source)

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Positions, with sources (3)
Background & approach: “My name is Amy Johnson, and I am proud to serve as your Undersheriff in Kane County.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Campaign priorities: “Proven Experience and Leadership: I have over 20 years of service in the Kane County Sheriff’s Office and currently serve as Undersheriff.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Policy focus: “I am personally passionate about public safety policy that strengthens communities while maintaining accountability, transparency, and fiscal responsibility.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Rob Russell (R)
Penny Wegman (D)

Penny Wegman (Democratic Party) is running for election to the Kane County Treasurer in Illinois. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source)

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Positions, with sources (3)
Background & approach: “I am a longtime Kane County resident with a background in public service, management, and community involvement.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Campaign priorities: “I know Kane County government, understand how these offices work together, and believe the focus should stay on doing the job well, serving taxpayers, and avoiding unnecessary drama.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Policy focus: “I am passionate about transparency, accountability, oversight, financial literacy, and making government easier for people to understand.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Chris Lauzen (R)

Chris Lauzen (Republican Party) is running for election to the Kane County Treasurer in Illinois. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source)

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Positions, with sources (3)
Background & approach: “My family and I have been given the privilege of serving our neighbors in public office for 32 years.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Campaign priorities: ““Lauzen makes you lots more money (10x the interest income expectations!)” During my tenure as Kane County Treasurer, County interest income has been increased from roughly $2M budgeted (2023) to more than $20M annually.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Policy focus: “I am the serious, experienced and proven “Anti-Tax-Increase” candidate for Kane County Treasurer.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
OfficeCandidates
Kane County Board District 2 (Special)
Ellen Nottke (D)

Ellen Nottke (Democratic Party) is running in a special election to the Kane County Board District 2 in Illinois. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source)

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Kelly Burke (Independent)

Kelly Burke (independent) is running in a special election to the Kane County Board District 2 in Illinois. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source)

Campaign site (listed by Ballotpedia)

Kane County Board District 3Anita Marie Lewis (D) vs. Guy David Bodie (Independent)
Kane County Board District 5Philip Silagi (D) vs. Bill Lenert (R)
Kane County Board District 9
Marc A. Guttke (D)

Marc A. Guttke (Democratic Party) is running for election to the Kane County Board District 9 in Illinois. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source)

Jennifer Abbatacola (R)

Jennifer Abbatacola (Republican Party) is running for election to the Kane County Board District 9 in Illinois. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source)

Campaign site (listed by Ballotpedia)

Positions, with sources (2)
Background & approach: “I am a political outsider, resident of Hampshire for 20 years, spent 15+ years serving Kane County families, experienced in practical policy development, people focused service, team building, connecting people, streamlining processes, and budget efficiency.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Policy focus: “I am excited to work hard in all aspects of public policy.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Kane County Board District 11
Julie Forbes (D)

Julie Forbes (Democratic Party) is running for election to the Kane County Board District 11 in Illinois. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source)

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Positions, with sources (2)
Background & approach: “I’m julie forbes and I’m running for Kane county board district 11.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Campaign priorities: “Throughout my career, I’ve been known as a strong, fair, and collaborative leader — someone who works hard, listens well, builds consensus and always follows through.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
William C. Collins (R)

William C. Collins (Republican Party) is running for election to the Kane County Board District 11 in Illinois. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source)

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Kane County Board District 13
Nicolas G. Jimenez (D)

Nicolas G. Jimenez (Democratic Party) (also known as Nico) is running for election to the Kane County Board District 13 in Illinois. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source)

Campaign FacebookPersonal LinkedInNo campaign site found

Positions, with sources (3)
Background & approach: “My name is Nico Jimenez, and I’m a lifelong resident of Kane County.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Campaign priorities: “A Grassroots Voice for Working People I’m a lifelong Kane County resident, and I’m running a grassroots campaign because I believe working people deserve a stronger voice in their local government.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Policy focus: “Housing Affordability, Fiscal Responsibility, and Protecting Our Environment.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Ryan Deniz (R)

Ryan Deniz (Republican Party) is running for election to the Kane County Board District 13 in Illinois. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source)

Campaign site (listed by Ballotpedia)Campaign Facebook

Positions, with sources (2)
Background & approach: “Ryan Deniz, and I’m running for Kane County Board, District 13.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Campaign priorities: “We need to prevent further tax increases for our residents and continue with cuts and reallocations.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Kane County Board District 15Kate Monteleone (D) vs. David Young (R)
Kane County Board District 19Mohammad Iqbal (D) vs. Steve Serafin (R)
Kane County Board District 21
Deborah Chabi (D)

Deborah Chabi (Democratic Party) is running for election to the Kane County Board District 21 in Illinois. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source)

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Positions, with sources (2)
Background & approach: “I am a soon to be retired high school science teacher and lifelong resident of Illinois.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Campaign priorities: “I have worked with the Friends of the Fox for nearly 20 years and am committed to clean water and air for the citizens of Kane County.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Clifford Surges (R)

Clifford Surges (Republican Party) is running for election to the Kane County Board District 21 in Illinois. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source)

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Positions, with sources (3)
Background & approach: “My wife and I married and moved to Gilberts, IL in 1990.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Policy focus: “Affordability, accountable government, safe infrastructure, and protecting the quality and character of the communities I represent.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Kane County Board District 23
Christopher W. Kious (D)

Christopher W. Kious (Democratic Party) is running for election to the Kane County Board District 23 in Illinois. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source)

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Emmanuel Thomas (R)

Emmanuel Thomas (Republican Party) is running for election to the Kane County Board District 23 in Illinois. Source: Ballotpedia (secondary source)

Campaign site (listed by Ballotpedia)Campaign Facebook

Positions, with sources (3)
Background & approach: “My career has included leadership positions with the U.S.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Campaign priorities: “I believe Kane County government must be accountable to the taxpayers it serves.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Policy focus: “I am personally passionate about fiscal responsibility, public safety, veterans’ services, education, and responsible economic development.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))
Regional Office of Education 31 Regional SuperintendentJerry Cook (D) vs. John K. Jonak (R)

16th Judicial Circuit, circuit-wide

Donald Tegeler, Elizabeth Flood, Joseph M. Grady, Robert K. Villa

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