Chatham County Board of Commissioners District 4

Last updated Sat, Nov 7, 4:33 PM ET

2 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026 · Only voters in this district

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

John M. Crowell

Republican
Not enough public record yet to place on the left–right scale.

Katie KenlanIncumbent

Democrat · Interim director, Mi Escuelita preschool; former teacher · $26K raised (state filings)
Moderately left · AI estimate from their own website (83% confidence)

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Quick answers

Who is running for Chatham County Board of Commissioners District 4 in 2026?
John M. Crowell (Republican) and Katie Kenlan (Democrat).
Who is the incumbent?
Katie Kenlan currently holds this office.
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 Chatham County Board of Commissioners District 4 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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