Candidates

The only petitions filed with the Bloomington Election Commission are for City of Bloomington and City of Bloomington Township offices. Petitions for all other county offices and school districts are filed with the McLean County Clerk.

2025 Candidate’s Guide

2025 Abbreviated Election Calendar

2025 Full Election Calendar

Petition packets for candidates:

2025 Candidate Filing Packet (Mayor & Alderperson)

2025 Candidate Filing Packet (Township)

It is the candidate’s responsibility to make sure all necessary nominating papers are filled out correctly. The Bloomington Election Commission will not verify the completeness of any document for office.

Illinois Electoral Board manuals:
Should I File A Petition Objection?

Illinois State Board of Elections resources:
Illinois State Board of Elections 
Disclosure of Campaign Contributions and Expenditures