A village trustee shall have management of village property and finances, may take all measures and do all acts, by local law, not inconsistent with the provisions of the constitution, and not inconsistent with the general law except as authorized by the Municipal Home Rule Law, which shall be deemed expedient or desirable for the good government of the village, its management and business, the protection of its property, the safety, health, comfort, and general welfare of its inhabitants, the protection of their property, the preservation of peace and good order, the suppression of vice, the benefit of trade, and the preservation and protection of public works.
Must be a citizen of the United States of America, at least eighteen years of age, and a resident of the village.
Filing Requirements
No filing fee. Petition signature requirement: For candidates running for party nomination: 5% of enrolled voters of the party in the village; for independent candidates: 50
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.