Lemont Election 2018: Referenda Questions On The Ballot

LEMONT, IL — In addition to the governor's race, Senate and House races, Lemont voters will also see several referenda questions on the ballot. Voters can head out to vote in the election on Tuesday, Nov. 6. Polling places in Illinois are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Lemont voters who reside in Cook County will see a question regarding the Cook County soda tax.

"Should Cook County reinstate the Sweetened Beverage Tax ("Soda Tax") to fill the 82-million-dollar deficit in the 2019 operating budget?"

Lemont Township voters will also be able to answer a Homeowners Exemptions question.

"Should the State of Illinois increase the residential and senior homeowner exemptions to help reduce property taxes for the residents of Lemont Township?"

There are several polling places in Lemont and early voting is available until Nov. 5.

Cook County voters will also answer questions on minimum wage and earned sick time.

"Shall the minimum wage in your municipality match the $13 per hour Cook County minimum wage law for adults over the age of 18 by July 1, 2020, and be indexed to the consumer price index after that?"
"Shall your municipality match the Cook County earned sick time law which allows for workers to earn up to 40 hours (5 days) of sick time a year to take care of their own health or a family member's health?"

Lastly, Cook County voters will also state their opinions regarding firearms in Illinois.

"Should the State of Illinois strengthen penalties for the illegal trafficking of firearms and require all gun dealers to be certified by the State?"

If you are a Will County voter, here's a sample of what your ballot may look like.

Village of Lemont voters will also answer a question regarding if Lemont should become a home rule municipality.

"Shall the Village of Lemont become a home rule unit of government pursuant to Article VII, Section 6 of the Constitution of the State of Illinois?"