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CURRENT ISSUES AND FAQS
Is the Caucus representative of the Village?
The Caucus is representative because its members are directly elected by the voters in each precinct. Each precinct elects three members to the Village Nominating Committee and two members to the School Board Nominating Committee.
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Is the Caucus undemocratic?
The Caucus is neither democratic nor undemocratic. Its members are elected democratically and charged with the important task of choosing individuals to fill vital community service positions in our Village. The nature of the Caucus process, with its goal of avoiding rancorous contested elections pitting neighbors against each other, has attracted capable and committed people to the service of our Village. The Caucus Plan has served Glencoe for 69 years, and played a significant role in making Glencoe the community it is and the one in which we have chosen to live.
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What are the important issues in the Village right now and how can I learn more about them?
You can learn more about the important issues in Glencoe by reading various publications which are mailed to residents by the Village bodies such as the Glencoe Memo, the Library’s Excerpt, Park Views, and the District 35 Board Bulletin; reading the Glencoe News which is a weekly local newspaper; reading the web sites for the Village (www.goglencoe.org), the Library, the Park District, and School District 35; and attending meetings of the Village, Park, Library, and School Boards, schedules for which can be found at the web sites listed above.
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I’d like to support the Caucus—how can I do that?
Contributions are greatly appreciated. If you want to contribute, please email us at glencoecaucus@comcast.net and someone will contact you to give you the address.
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How can I join the Caucus?
It’s easy. The Caucus is looking for new members right now. Applications are due on February 10, 2012. To learn about caucus membership and to apply to become a member, just go to the New Member Info page.
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