Winnebago County Forest Preserve Board
Winnebago County, IL
County
Nonpartisan
Next Election
Nov 3, 2026
Filing Window
ClosedJun 15, 2026 - Jun 22, 2026
Term Length
6 years
Number of Seats
2
About this position
The County Forest Preserve Board is responsible for approving all land acquisitions, restoration and improvement projects, educational and cultural programs, the annual budget and other administrative actions.
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 resident of the forest preserve district and a registered voter.
Filing information
Elections office
404 Elm St, Suite 104, Rockford, IL 61101
Phone: 815-319-4250
Fee & signature requirements
No filing fee; Signature requiurement of at least 0.5% of the total number of registered voters of the political subdivision for which the nomination is made or a minimum of 25, whichever is greater.
Filing instructions
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.