List of Illinois local ballot measures
This page provides an overview of local ballot measure elections in Illinois.
In 2026, Ballotpedia is covering local ballot measures that appear on the ballot for voters within the 100 largest cities in the U.S., within state capitals, and throughout California and Virginia. In Illinois, this includes Chicago and Springfield. Ballotpedia is also covering electoral system-related ballot measures, like ranked-choice voting, outside of the largest cities.
Click here to access a list of statewide ballot measures in Illinois.
Lists of local ballot measures
By year
Select a year below to view a list of local ballot measures in Illinois that were covered by Ballotpedia that year.
By county
Select a county below to see a list of local ballot measures covered by Ballotpedia in that county.
Laws governing local ballot measures
Laws governing local ballot measures in Illinois
- Illinois law provides for an advisory local initiative process on questions of public policy. A binding referendum is required on limited matters, such as tax levies and bonds.
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