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The Democratic Central Committee of McHenry County is a legal entity with a constitution and elected officers. Our membership is composed of elected and appointed Democratic precinct representatives (committeemen) in McHenry County. The primary mission of this party is to elect Democrats to local municipal, township, county and state legislative offices. While we often coordinate with statewide and federal campaigns, we are an independent political organization with no organizational or financial ties to the Illinois Democratic Party or the Democratic National Committee. We receive no financial support from the state and federal parties.

Our Central Committee meetings are open to any interested citizens who support the ideals of the Democratic Party. For more information, contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 815-788-9540. Our mailing address is P.O. Box 1126, Crystal Lake, IL 60039.

  • Executive Board   ( 14 Articles )

    The Executive Board consists of the elected and appointed officers of the Central Committee and the County Board District Chairs.

  • Precinct Representatives   ( 1 Article )

    The foundation of the Democratic party is the precinct representative (committeeman). These representatives serve as leaders of the most basic political unit of government, the precinct. Precinct representatives are elected to a two-year term in each even-year primary election. In order to run for election to the post of precinct representative, you must obtain at least 10 valid signatures from eligible electors in your home precinct. If elected, you will serve a two-year term. Vacancies may also be filled by appointment by the chair.

    Some of the responsibilities of an elected precinct representative:

    • Represent the Democrats in your precinct at the biennial county Central Committee convention to elect the county party's chair and executive officers. You will be casting a weighted vote, based on the number of Democratic ballots cast in your precinct in the primary election;
    • Attend monthly Democratic Central Committee meetings;
    • Become a voter registrar and recruit new voters;
    • Appoint and fill vacancies of election judges for your precinct's polling location;
    • Canvass your precinct in support of Democratic candidates;
    • Circulate petitions for candidates prior to the primary election;
    • Be an advocate for the interests of the voters in your precinct

    The current official list of elected and appointed Democratic Precinct Representatives can be found on the County Clerk's website.

    We also have a listing of Precinct Representatives who are registered members on this website.

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