Hamilton County Board

5 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026

What this office does

Your county's governing board (in Illinois, the county board). Adopts the county budget and property-tax levy, passes county ordinances, and oversees county services such as health and welfare programs, roads and county buildings.

Candidates

Landon Vaughan

Republican
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James D. "Jimmy" Johnson

Republican
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Rick Rubenacker

Republican
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Michele L. Draper

Democrat
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Mark Auten

Independent
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Quick answers

Who is running for Hamilton County Board in 2026?
Landon Vaughan (Republican), James D. "Jimmy" Johnson (Republican), Rick Rubenacker (Republican), Michele L. Draper (Democrat) and Mark Auten (Independent).
What does this office do?
Your county's governing board (in Illinois, the county board). Adopts the county budget and property-tax levy, passes county ordinances, and oversees county services such as health and welfare programs, roads and county buildings.
Who should I vote for in the Hamilton County Board race?
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When is the election?
The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.

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