Melissa M. Merrell

About this race

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.

4 candidates ran for Union County Board of Commissioners in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

About Melissa M. Merrell

Elected to the Union County Board of Commissioners in 2022 and serves as its chair; previously led the Union County Board of Education. Seeking re-election.

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Also running

• Christina Dupont · Democrat
• Sam Harris · Republican
• Brian W. Helms · Republican

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What party is Melissa M. Merrell?

Melissa M. Merrell is running as a Republican.

Is Melissa M. Merrell the incumbent?

Yes. Melissa M. Merrell currently holds this office.

What does the Union County Board of Commissioners seat 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 is Melissa M. Merrell running against?

Christina Dupont, Sam Harris and Brian W. Helms, for Union County Board of Commissioners.

Should I vote for Melissa M. Merrell?

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