MT. VERNON – Petitions for those interested in running for Mt. Vernon Mayor, City Council, City Clerk, and City Treasurer in April’s Consolidated Election can pick them up at the City Clerk’s office from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. now through Nov. 18, except for weekends and holidays. They should be filed with the City Clerk’s office weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The 2025 Consolidated Primary Election will be held on Feb. 25, provided that if no primary election is required, the candidate’s name will appear on the April 1 Consolidated Election ballot.

For more information, go to the Illinois State Board of Elections’ website to download the 2025 Candidate’s Guide.