Three seats open for St. Charles Park District Board in spring election

Three seats will be open for candidates seeking election to the St. Charles Park District Board in the consolidated election on April 4, 2023.

According to a news release, candidate materials are available at Baker Community Center, 101 S. Second St. in St. Charles, during normal business hours, which are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., excluding holidays.

Candidates may begin circulating petitions Sept. 20.

Petitions should be filed with Board Secretary Peggy McCarthy at Baker Community Center between Dec. 12 at 8 a.m. and Dec. 19 at 5 p.m.

Park Board commissioners do not receive any compensation and serve four-year terms. Commissioners are expected to serve on committees and attend a minimum of two to three meetings each month. In addition, commissioners are assigned to represent the park district as liaisons to nonprofit groups and organizations, according to the release.

Candidates who seek office are urged to consult with an attorney on specific questions they might have. Information also is available online at www.elections.il.gov or by calling the State Board of Elections at 217-782-4141.