Springfield City Clerk
Springfield, IL
Current Incumbent
Chuck Redpath
In office since January 2025
Next Election
Apr 6, 2027
Filing Window
Nov 16, 2026 - Nov 23, 2026
Term Length
4 years
Number of Seats
1
About this position
The City Clerk/Ward Officer serves as the official keeper of the municipal records. This joint position is also responsible for presenting the agenda and minutes for legislative and committee meetings.
Eligibility requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be a registered voter
- Must be a resident of the district
- Candidate must be a qualified elector of the municipality and have 1 year of residency in the municipality preceding the election. Must not be in arrears in payment of tax or other indebtedness due to the municipality. Must not have been convicted of an infamous crime, bribery, perjury or other felony.
Filing information
Elections office
200 S Ninth St, Springfield, IL Room 105
Phone: 217-753-8683
Fee & signature requirements
No filing fee; Signature requirement shall be signed by qualified voters of the district or ward equal to not less than 5% nor more than 8% (or 50 more than the minimum, whichever is greater) of the total number of votes cast at the preceding general or general municipal election.
Filing instructions
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.