Voter Registration Information for Westchester Residents

Voter Registration Requirements

All eligible U.S. citizens residing in Westchester, Illinois must register to vote in Cook County. You must be 18 years old by Election Day and have lived at your current address for at least 30 days before the election.

Eligibility Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen
• 18 years old by Election Day
• Resident of Cook County for 30 days prior to election
• Not serving a sentence of confinement in any penal institution
• Not claiming the right to vote elsewhere

How to Register

Online Registration

The fastest way to register is online through the Illinois State Board of Elections:

Website: https://ova.elections.il.gov/

You'll need a valid Illinois driver's license or state ID card to register online.

In-Person Registration

You can register in person at the following locations:

• Cook County Clerk's Office
  69 W. Washington Street, Suite 500
  Chicago, IL 60602
  Phone: (312) 603-0906
• Any Cook County Library Branch
• Illinois Secretary of State Driver Services Facilities
• Village Hall during voter registration drives
  10300 Roosevelt Road
  Westchester, IL 60154
  Phone: (708) 345-0020

Mail-in Registration

Download and print the voter registration application from:

Cook County Clerk - Voter Registration

Mail completed form to:
Cook County Clerk
69 W. Washington Street, Suite 500
Chicago, IL 60602

Registration Deadlines

• Online and Mail Registration: Must be received 27 days before Election Day
• In-Person Registration: Available up to and including Election Day at early voting sites and on Election Day at your polling place
• Grace Period Registration: Available during early voting period and on Election Day

What You'll Need

For Online Registration:

• Valid Illinois driver's license or state ID
• Last 4 digits of your Social Security Number

For In-Person or Mail Registration:

• Two forms of identification, including:
• Driver's license or state ID
• Social Security card
• Birth certificate
• Passport
• Utility bill or bank statement (for address verification)

Polling Information

Find Your Polling Place

Once registered, find your polling location at:

Cook County Clerk - Voter Information

Early Voting

Cook County offers early voting at multiple locations. Check dates, times, and locations at:

Cook County Early Voting Information

Transportation to Polling Places

Public Transportation

CTA (Chicago Transit Authority)

• Bus routes serving Westchester include Routes 171 and 330
• Nearest CTA stations: Forest Park (Blue Line)
• Visit www.transitchicago.com for trip planning
• Reduced fare available for seniors and disabled voters

Pace Suburban Bus

• Route 331 serves Roosevelt Road through Westchester
• Visit www.pacebus.com for schedules and routes
• ADA paratransit services available

Ride Services

Senior Transportation

• Contact the Village at (708) 345-0020 for information about senior transportation programs
• Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways may offer specialized transportation

Rideshare and Taxi Services

• Uber and Lyft operate in the Westchester area
• Local taxi companies serve the western suburbs
• Some rideshare companies offer discounted or free rides to polling places on Election Day

Accessibility

All polling places in Cook County are required to be ADA accessible. If you need assistance:

• Curbside voting is available for voters who cannot enter the polling place
• Contact the Cook County Clerk's office at (312) 603-0906 for accessibility accommodations
• Audio voting equipment available at all locations

Contact Information

Cook County Clerk - Elections Division
Phone: (312) 603-0906
Website: www.cookcountyclerk.com

Illinois State Board of Elections
Phone: (217) 782-4141
Website: www.elections.il.gov

Village of Westchester
10300 Roosevelt Road
Westchester, IL 60154
Phone: (708) 345-0020

Important Reminders

• Update your registration if you move or change your name
• Bring a valid photo ID to vote (though it's not required in Illinois)
• Polls are typically open from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM on Election Day
• You have the right to vote if you're in line when polls close
• Sample ballots are available on the Cook County Clerk's website before each election

Stay informed about upcoming elections and candidate information through the Cook County Clerk's website and local news sources.