Mount Prospect, Illinois Public Records

Mount Prospect's economic development efforts focus on supporting local businesses, attracting new investment, and building a business-friendly environment that enhances the community's overall prosperity.

Registration closes 16 days before an election, requiring a driver's license or state ID number, or the last four digits of a Social Security number. Same-day registration is available during early voting and on Election Day at designated locations with proper identification and proof of residency. As an incorporated village, Mount Prospect holds municipal elections for Village President (Mayor), Village Clerk, and Village Trustees. Illinois schedules municipal elections on a consolidated basis, typically in April of odd-numbered years. The next local election arrives in April 2027, when the Mayor and three trustee seats will appear on the ballot. Local referenda on taxes or bond issues may also be included. Candidate information, sample ballots, and referendum details are available through the Cook County Clerk's website and the Village of Mount Prospect at https://www.mountprospect.org. Residents can find their assigned polling place using the lookup tool at https://www.cookcountyclerk.com/service/your-voter-information or by calling the Cook County Clerk's office. The Illinois State Board of Elections also provides a polling place finder at https://ova.elections.il.gov. Voters should verify locations before each election as assignments may shift due to redistricting or facility changes. Voter registration lists in Illinois are public records available for purchase by political organizations and candidates. The Illinois State Board of Elections maintains campaign finance disclosures at https://www.elections.il.gov, while the Cook County Clerk handles local candidate filings. Candidate filings, nominating petitions, and statements of candidacy are public and accessible through the Cook County Clerk for local races. Precinct-level results are published on the Cook County Clerk's website after certification, providing detailed vote totals by precinct and jurisdiction. Cook County recorded approximately 70-72% voter turnout in the November 2024 presidential election, reflecting strong engagement in the presidential race and state legislative contests. The village typically mirrors or slightly exceeds county averages due to its educated and engaged electorate. On November 3, 2026, residents will participate in the statewide general election. The Illinois gubernatorial race tops the ballot, as Governor and Lieutenant Governor seats are elected to four-year terms in midterm years. One U.S. Senate seat will be decided, as Illinois has two senators with staggered terms and the Class III seat is up in 2026. All Illinois House of Representatives members (118 districts, two-year terms) and approximately half of the Illinois Senate (59 districts, four-year staggered terms) will be elected. Cook County will have several countywide offices on the ballot, including County Clerk, Sheriff, Assessor, Board of Review members, and potentially Circuit Court judgeships. Voters will also elect state representatives and senators for their legislative districts. Local referenda or township positions may appear depending on the cycle. Illinois voters request mail-in ballots through the Cook County Clerk's office. Applications can be submitted online at https://www.cookcountyclerk.com/elections, by mail, or in person. Requests must be received by the Thursday before Election Day, though earlier application is strongly recommended. Vote-by-mail ballots must be postmarked by Election Day and received within 14 days after the election to count. Illinois also offers extensive early voting, typically beginning 40 days before the election at designated sites throughout Cook County, including locations in and near the village. Early voting hours extend during the final weeks before Election Day.