Beginning March 17, Early Voting will begin at the Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle Street. Hours will be 8AM to 7PM weekdays, and 9AM to 5PM weekends. 2025 Consolidated Election Day is April 1. Hours on Election Day at local precincts as well as the Municipal Center will be 6AM to 7PM.
Now that the beginning of Early Voting is fast approaching… PN is happy to report that analytics show voter interest is growing. PN pages devoted to the local Consolidated Election, Early Voting and Election Day are active. Thanks to everybody who values being informed about all candidates who will set public policy and approve budgets.
Vote Early beginning March 17
Campaign Events & Forums slated for March are featured near the bottom of this post. Simply scroll down to see the updated list of times and places to meet and greet all the hopefuls. Photos of two Naperville City Council forums held in February remain in place.
Scroll through what follows first to learn a little bit more about Naperville’s nonpartisan Consolidated Election.
Thanks for taking time to be informed before heading to the polls…
Get to know elected officials while they’re serving. Become acquainted with the public policies they propose and advance. Watch public meetings in person or streaming online whenever possible to avoid hearsay and/or comments taken out of context.
The Naperville community seeks reasonable, responsible women and men to serve during every election cycle. Kindly pay attention now and consider a future opportunity to serve on a local board and commission as a way to prepare for a run for public office.
For now, however, it’s time to become prepared to vote in the next Consolidated Election set for April 1, 2025. Local consolidated elections are nonpartisan.
Remember! Early Voting begins March 17
Important to note! Tell friends & neighbors! Election Day again falls during Spring Break for School Districts 203 & 204. This message reminds all residents to remember to VOTE EARLY from March 17 thru March 28, before Spring Break departures.
We welcome hopefuls to send invitations to public events and other opportunities to get to meet candidates and and know their issues. (Find a regularly updated list of events hosted by candidates titled Campaign Events & Forums in the Works near the bottom of this post following the listing of candidates.)
Naperville: Two counties, two school districts, six townships, etc.
Sometimes residents move to Naperville without the knowledge that the City is served by different governing and taxing bodies with different boundaries.
For instance, Naperville is served by two different counties, DuPage (County seat is Wheaton.) and Will (County seat is Joliet.).
The City also is divided into Naperville Unit School District 203 and Indian Prairie School District 204.
In addition, the City of Naperville is served by six Townships (namely Naperville, Lisle, Winfield and Milton in DuPage County; and DuPage and Wheatland in Will County), each one providing different services from the City. The Consolidated Election is when Township officials (Supervisor, Assessor, Clerk, High Commissioner and Trustees) are elected. (Note! Unlike the other elections up for votes on April 1, township elections are elected along party lines.)
What’s more, Naperville residents are served by Naperville Park District.
Always be mindful that not every homeowner is served by the same governing body.
Again, all interest in local governing bodies is appreciated in order to elect quality representative leadership.
Another thing to know is that the nine-member Naperville City Council is governed by term limits. The Mayor and council members may serve up to three, four-year terms.
Naperville Consolidated Elections
Twenty-four candidates now are running to serve four-year seats in four local governing and taxing bodies that set policies and approve budgets for Naperville residents. Four seats are up for the Naperville City Council, School District 203 and School District 204 Boards of Education, as well as the Naperville Park Board of Commissioners.
As information is received from hosting organizations, this publication will try to inform the public about upcoming opportunities to become acquainted with candidates during fundraisers, coffees and public forums. (Candidate events and websites have been hyperlinked only upon request.)
Naperville City Council candidates – Vote for 4
Eight candidates have ballot positions, each aiming to fill one of the four, four-year seats on the Naperville City Council. In alphabetical order, candidates are Meghna Bansal, Jennifer Bruzan-Taylor*, Mary Gibson, Ian Holzhauer*, Nag Jaiswal, Derek McDaniel, Ashfaq Syed and Benny White*. One incumbent seat will be left open by Councilman Paul Leong who is not seeking reelection. *Incumbents.
Mayor Scott Wehrli is nearing the middle of his first four-year term, up for re-election in 2027.
Naperville Community Unit School District 203 candidates – Vote for 4
Incumbents Charles Cush and Amanda McMillen are being challenged by Holly Joy Blastic, Jillian Langer and Marc Willensky.
FYI: Illinois Report Card 2023-2024 / Naperville UCSD 203
To watch archive and recent School District 203 board meetings, click here.
Indian Prairie School District 204 candidates – Vote for 4
Susan Demming, Laurie Donahue, Allison Fosdick and Supna Jain each seek re-election. Allison Albert is the challenger in the race.
FYI: Illinois Report Card 2023-2024 / Indian Prairie CUSD 204
Naperville Park District candidates – Vote for 4
Six individuals vie for four spots open on the Naperville Park Board of Commissioners.
Incumbents Rhonda Ansier, Leslie Ruffing, Alison Thompson are being challenged by Aishwarya Balakrishna, Natalia Dagenhart and Zachary W. Jarrell.
Without a contest, three College of DuPage Board of Trustees
Three open seats on the District 502 College of DuPage Board of Trustees have been filled: Sahin “Sonny” Jutla of Roselle, two-year term; and Thomas Tumminaro of Wheaton, and Maria Sinkule of Addison, six-year terms.
Naperville Rules! Properly Placed Yard Signs Are Allowed and Appreciated
2025 Government Guide of Locally Elected Officials
The Positively Naperville website is an archive of information, including a post titled “2025 Government Guide of Individuals Elected to Serve Naperville.” After the Presidential Inauguration on January 20, 2025, the Government Guide link was updated, featuring elected officials serving Naperville in DuPage County; Will County; Springfield, Illinois; and Washington, D.C.
‘A right election can only be made by those who have knowledge…’ —Aristotle
Individuals and candidates planning meet & greets, coffees, public forums and/or fundraisers expected to inform voters about hopefuls running in the 2025 Consolidated Election are welcome to submit briefs regarding upcoming public events to be included in this section, compliments of this publication to help inform the voting public.
Note: Dates and times are subject to change. Commitment of all candidates attending every forum has not been confirmed.
Feb. 11 / Monarch Landing hosts City Council Hopefuls
Feb. 11 / NCTV Naperville Park District Forum Streamed Live
Feb. 25 / NCTV School District 203 Forum Streamed Live
FYI: Illinois Report Card 2023-2024 / Naperville UCSD 203
To watch archive of School District 203 board meetings, click here.
Feb. 25 / City Council Forum hosted by NACC for Members Only
March 8 / CAWA & AIANA City Council Forum at Nichols Library
Nancy Chen of the Chinese American Women in Action (CAWA) and Madhu Uppel of the Alliance of Indian Americans of Naperville Area (AIANA) will host a City Council Forum from 1:30PM to 3:30PM Sat., March 8, at Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Avenue in downtown Naperville. Asian Americans comprise 20 percent of Naperville’s residents and contribute to the economic and cultural vibrancy of the city. The forum will provide opportunities for voters to gain better knowledge about the 8 candidates who are vying for 4 seats to serve the city and the community. The public is welcome.
March 10 / Public Safety Leaders in the News / Candidate Meet & Greet
Safe Suburbs USA will host “Public Safety in the News” from 6PM to 8PM Mon., March 10, at The Matrix Club, 808 Route 59. $50 Admission. Cash bar. From 6-7PM, meet local candidates running in the Consolidated Election. DuPage County Sheriff Jim Mendrick will serve as emcee. From 7-8PM, SSUSA Chairman Kevin Coyne and Chairman CEO of 630 Chamber Beth Goncher will lead a panel discussion featuring Nicole Di Bonoccio, Lisle Trustee candidate, former contestant on The Apprentice; Josh McBroom, Naperville City Councilman, guest commentator on national news; Detective Richard Wistocki, Cyber crime expert and frequent guest on Dr. Phil; and Todd Ciganek, SSUSA Advisory Board, former Fox News Bureau Chief and National Editor. RSVP: www.SafeSuburbsUSA.com/2025.
March. 11 / Candidates for School District 204 Forum Streamed Live
The candidate forum for hopefuls running to serve the Indian Prairie School District 204 Board of Education will be moderated by Mark Wright. The discussions will stream live at 7PM Tues., March 11, on NCTV17.org and be available on demand the next day.
March 11 / League of Women Voters / City Council Forum
Naperville League of Women Voters is scheduled to host a public forum featuring candidates for City Council at 7PM Tues., March 11, via Zoom. Stay tuned for details regarding how to register and watch at www.lwvnaperville.org.
March 12 / League of Women Voters / Naperville Park District Forum
Naperville League of Women Voters is scheduled to host a public forum featuring candidates to serve on the Naperville Park District Board of Commissioners at 7PM Wed., March 12, via Zoom. Stay tuned for details regarding how to register and watch at www.lwvnaperville.org.
March 15 / West Suburban Irish St. Patrick’s Parade
Candidates know how Naperville loves its parades… The West Suburban Irish is now taking registration for the Annual St. Patrick’s Parade set to step off at 10AM Sat., March 15, 2025, in downtown. Watch candidates running in the Consolidated Election walk to show their community spirit! Last-minute registration is now in progress.
March 16 / Colorful Holi – Celebrate Outdoors
Friends and supporters of City Council candidate Nag Jaiswal are hosting an outdoor community celebration, “Colorful Holi,” at the Tall Grass Clubhouse from 11AM to 3PM Sun., March 16. Look for the outdoor tent and fun family festivities at 3324 Deering Bay Drive. Please note: Complimentary tickets (one for each person) are required to participate in the celebration and to receive complimentary food, thandai (cold beverage) and color. Limited space available, first-come, first-served. Register here.
March 16 / LTRO Fundraiser: A Raising of the Green!
Ted Dabrowski, President of Wirepoints, will be keynote speaker during fundraising luncheon from 11:30AM to 1:30PM Sun., March 16, at Bobak’s Signature Events, 6440 Double Eagle Drive, Woodridge. For tickets and information, click here.
March 20 / Naperville Senior Task Force Public Forum – City Council
John Gallagher & Gwenn Lloyd, Co-chairpersons of the Naperville Senior Task Force, have planned the Naperville Senior Task Force Public Forum to present candidates for City Council from 7PM to 8:30PM Tues., March 20, in Council Chambers, at the Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle Street.
March 25 / NCTV City Council Forum Streamed Live for On Demand
The City Council Forum will be moderated by Mark Wright and Nicki Anderson. These discussions will stream live at 7PM Tues., March 25, on NCTV17.org and be available on demand the following day.
‘One of the penalties of refusing to participate in politics is that you end up being governed by your inferiors.’ —Plato
March 17 / Early Voting begins – 15 days before Consolidated Election
In-person Early Voting begins Mon., March 17, 2025, at the Naperville Municipal Center and other Naperville locations in DuPage County and Will County for the April 1, 2025, Consolidated Election. Other locations may be listed when available.
Important to note! Tell friends & neighbors! Election Day again falls during Spring Break for School Districts 203 & 204! This message reminds all residents to remember to VOTE EARLY from March 17 thru March 28, before Spring Break departures.
Polling Hours at the Naperville Municipal Center, aka City Hall:
- Monday through Sunday.
- 8AM to 7PM, Weekdays
- 9AM to 5PM Weekends.
April 1 / Polling Places are open from 6AM to 7PM on Election Day
Final notes regarding this Voter’s Guide
Any omissions are not intended. Mistakes are regretted and will be addressed when identified. Corrections can be made. Candidates who contact PN can request for their names in this listing to be hyperlinked to their campaign websites.
PN does not endorse candidates, but advertising is welcome and available for our printed issue and online format. Find political advertising info and rates here.
Thanks for reading. Mostly, thanks for taking time to become an educated and informed voter where it matters most, right here in Naperville; mindful that most residents, just as most Americans, desire to live in places with fiscally-responsible services, great schools, low crime and businesses that offer a mix of goods, services and entertainment.
Thanks to all candidates who took time to create an informative website and to all with a desire to serve our community as an elected official. Many happy returns!
One last thing…
In recent weeks “Letters to the Editor” have been received in support of candidates running in this election. Though Positively Naperville does not endorse candidates, some of those letters already have appeared on the editorial pages of other newspapers in addition to “Greetings from Our Readers.” Several of the letters were received after PN’s March deadline. On March 16, 2025, and only on March 16, PN will post letters to the editor (150 words or less) received from now until March 15, as long has they feature positive messages, signed with name and address. Kindly remember that the Consolidate Election is nonpartisan. Thanks!
Originally Posted, March 5, 2025. This post is linked to the PN Voters Guide with an earlier list of opportunities to get to know the candidates.
