City of Wilmington issued the following announcement on Sept. 16.
Nominating petitions and all necessary forms, including signature requirements, will be available
for pick up at Wilmington City Hall, 1165 S. Water Street, Wilmington from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
beginning September 18, 2018 for candidates who would like to circulate petitions for the April 2,
2019 Consolidated Election.
The following offices for the City of Wilmington will be nominated for election:
One (1) City Clerk – 2 year unexpired term
One (1) First Ward Alderman – 4 year full term
One (1) Second Ward Alderman – 2 year unexpired term
One (1) Second Ward Alderman – 4 year full term
One (1) Third Ward Alderman – 4 year full term
One (1) Fourth Ward Alderman – 4 year full term
The first day to file a petition is December 10, 2018 at 8:30 a.m. The last day for filing is December
17, 2018 until 5:00 p.m.
It is extremely important that prospective candidates learn about the qualifications and
requirements for a particular office, gather enough valid signatures and correctly submit the
necessary paperwork so they are not taken off the ballot. Many potential candidates are not always
familiar with the process and make mistakes that jeopardize their candidacies. The 2019
Candidate’s Guide is available on the Illinois State Board of Elections website at:
If you need further information, please contact me directly at jziller@wilmington-il.com or 815-
476-2175 ext 228.
Original source can be found here.
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