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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Jun 22, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jun 15, 2026 - Jun 22, 2026
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Job description
Treasurer receives and safely keeps the revenues and other public monies of the County, collects property taxes, distributes the monies collected to the proper recipients, invests surplus funds, pays the county's bills as directed by the Adams County Board, co-signature authorization on county checks, Store and disseminate tax records
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be a United States citizen, must be a resident of the county for 30 days, must be a registered voter in the county.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 201 E Main, PO Box 107, Carlinville, IL 62626
Filing phone number: 217-854-3214
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: No filing fee; Signature requirement 0.5% of the qualified electors of their party who cast votes at the last preceding general election in their county. Independent candidates: Not less than 5% nor more than 8% (or 50 more than the minimum, whichever is greater), signed by qualified voters of the county, of the total number of persons who voted at the last General Election in the county.
FAQ
How often is County Treasurer-Finance Officer elected?
The position of County Treasurer-Finance Officer is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be partisan?
Partisan elections require candidates to declare a party affiliation, like Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Macoupin County County, IL?
No filing fee; Signature requirement 0.5% of the qualified electors of their party who cast votes at the last preceding general election in their county. Independent candidates: Not less than 5% nor more than 8% (or 50 more than the minimum, whichever is greater), signed by qualified voters of the county, of the total number of persons who voted at the last General Election in the county.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
201 E Main, PO Box 107, Carlinville, IL 62626.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 217-854-3214.
How do I get started running for County Treasurer-Finance Officer?
You can start running for County Treasurer-Finance Officer by checking to ensure you meet all filing deadlines and requirements. Next, you can prepare to file for office and start planning your campaign strategy. Get in touch with our team of campaign experts for help with any step of the campaign process!
Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?
The next election for County Treasurer-Finance Officer does not include a primary or runoff election.
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