Election 2020 in Algonquin, LITH: We Want To Hear From Voters

ALGONQUIN, IL — The 2020 primary election is right around the corner. This year, it falls on a holiday, St. Patrick’s Day, Tuesday, March 17. And whether you’re sick of politics or glued to the 24-hour news networks, this election season is already a hot one, with voters split on issues like impeachment and candidates looking to align themselves with one side or the other and to capture their party’s nomination in the primary.

Before you head to the polls on March 17, we want to hear from you.

We’re asking Algonquin and Lake in the Hills voters what are the biggest issues facing Illinois and the country as we head into the primary? What impact does national politics have on the way you’ll vote?

We’re asking readers to take a moment to fill out Illinois election 2020 voter survey (below). No names will be used on Patch.

Illinois Election Deadlines

• Voter registration deadline: Tuesday, Feb. 18; Online by Saturday, Feb. 29
• Voter registration "grace period:" Wednesday, Feb. 19 through Election Day
• Election Day registration and voting (call your local election office): Tuesday, March 17
• Deadline to request an absentee ballot: in-person request by Monday, March 16
• Deadline to return completed absentee ballot: Post received by Tuesday, March 31

Early Voting in Kane County

Early voting began on Feb. 6 at the McHenry County Clerk's Office, 667 Ware Road #107, in Woodstock. The office is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Monday through Friday.

Early voting at locations throughout the county begins on March 2 and continues through March 16. The McHenry County Clerk's Office website has a full list of early voting locations.