Early voting has officially commenced in Illinois, with the first day marked yesterday. Residents in Cook County can access early voting sites, which are detailed on the elections page online. Currently, early voting is available in select areas around Cook County and at all courthouses, with plans for expansion in the coming weeks.

As the presidential election approaches on November 5th, specific voting precincts have been designated for the village. Voters in Lyons Township will cast their ballots at precincts 31, 39, and 66, while precinct 61 will vote at the Acacia Association Clubhouse. Additionally, those in precincts 46 and 53 will head to the Pleasantdale Park District to vote.

For those interested in running for office, the window for circulating petitions to gather signatures for the April 1 consolidated election is set to open on November 12 and will remain open until November 18 during regular business hours. Candidates must collect a minimum of 51 signatures to qualify for the ballot. The village plans to provide a brief overview of the necessary steps for petition packets, and candidates can also refer to the comprehensive 2024 candidacy manual provided by the state of Illinois, which includes templates and checklists for signature gathering.