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September 27, 2023
Run for City Police Commission in Chicago City, IL
Election Date: Feb 23, 2027Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: $133545 per year
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Chicago City Police District Council - District 1
Job description
The Police District Council brings police officers and Chicago residents together to plan, prioritize, and build mutual trust; strengthen the police accountability system; give Chicagoans a meaningful new role in oversight; and explore and advance alternative effective approaches to public safety.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be a qualified elector of the municipality. Must have 1 year of residency in the municipality, and the respective district that they are running for, preceding the election. Must not be in arrears in payment of tax or other indebtedness due to the municipality. Must not have been convicted of an infamous crime, bribery, perjury or other felony. Must not have been an employee of the Department, Independent Police Review Authority, COPA, or the Police Board in any of the three years immediately preceding the date on which their term begins.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 118 N Clark St, Rm 230, Chicago, IL 60602
Filing phone number: 312-603-5656
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: No filing fee; Signature requirement of 0.5% of the total number of registered voters in the District or a minimum of 25 registered voters in the District, whichever is greater.
FAQ
How often is City Police Commission elected?
The position of City Police Commission is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be nonpartisan?
Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Chicago City, IL?
No filing fee; Signature requirement of 0.5% of the total number of registered voters in the District or a minimum of 25 registered voters in the District, whichever is greater.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
118 N Clark St, Rm 230, Chicago, IL 60602.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 312-603-5656.
How do I get started running for City Police Commission?
You can start running for City Police Commission by checking to ensure you meet all filing deadlines and requirements. Next, you can prepare to file for office and start planning your campaign strategy. Get in touch with our team of campaign experts for help with any step of the campaign process!
Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?
The next election for City Police Commission does not include a primary or runoff election.
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