Official results from suburban Cook County's April 5 consolidated election were released Wednesday, including the final tally of write-in votes for District 113A candidate Janet Hughes. According to a release from Cook County Clerk David Orr's office, overall voter participation across Cook County was just under 17 percent. In Lemont Township, however, 39.3 percent of registered voters cast ballots in the consolidated election. The results also revealed for the first time the number of write-in votes garnered by Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A Board Member Janet Hughes: 850. …

April 7: Early Cook County Numbers Indicate Loss for Write-in Candidate Janet Hughes Unofficial results released Wednesday afternoon by Cook County Clerk David Orr indicate write-in candidate Janet Hughes will not retain her seat on the Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A Board of Education. There were a total of 1,115 write-in votes cast in the District 113A race, where Hughes, was the only write-in candidate. Results from Cook and DuPage counties give candidate Al Malley 2,353 votes, which puts him in position to win the fourth open seat. Hughes would need 1,239 votes to surpass …

7 p.m. — Polls Closed in Lemont The polls are officially closed in Lemont, so head over to our 2011 Election Results page for minute-by-minute results, straight from Cook and DuPage counties. The four seats on the District 113A School Board are the only contested seats. Nine candidates are seeking election, including write-in candidate Janet Hughes. According to Cook County Clerk David Orr, the number of votes for Hughes will be reported in 14 days, when the official results are posted. 6:45 p.m. — Lemont Patch Facebook Fans Weigh in Throughout Election Day Several Lemont Patch readers …

Well, today's the day. Beginning at 6 a.m. Tuesday, Lemont voters will head to the polls to decide the next four members of the Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District Board of Education, as well as the outcome of the proposed $20 million referendum. Make Patch your Election Day headquarters by checking back throughout the day for updates. I'll be keeping a running blog with photos, interviews with election judges and more. If you're voting today and still need help making a final decision, check out our 2011 Election Central. We've also put together this quick guide — perfect for a quick …

When to Vote The election takes place Tuesday, April 5. Polls open at 6 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. Where to Vote Your polling place depends on which precinct you live in. To find your polling place, visit the Cook County Clerk's website. Polling places can change last minute. You can also refer to the precinct map to the right.  If you know your precinct, we've put together a list of polling places you can refer to: Lemont Township 9, 11, 13: Centennial Community Center, 16058 W. 127th St. Lemont Township 6: Lemont Township, 1115 Warner Ave. Lemont Township 4, 5: Lemont High School, 800 Porter …

The consolidated April election is now just days away. Do you know who you're voting for?Patch caught up with each of the nine candidates running for the Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A Board of Education, and asked them to state their case to Lemont voters in two-minute videos. Before heading to the polls Tuesday, check out the videos below for a last-minute look at each candidate: Cynthia Kelly Duane Bradley Laura Reigle Al Malley Andreas Taylor David Molitor Susan Murphy Michael Aurelio Janet Hughes Editor's Note: Patch does not endorse any individual candidate running for …

With a referendum at stake, the Lemont Public Library held its standing as the third busiest for early voting among suburban Cook County sites with contested races. Early Voting ended Thursday with robust turnout as 3,550 suburban Cook County voters cast ballots, Cook County Clerk David Orr said. More than 10,000 voters participated since Monday, or 38 percent of nearly 27,000 ballots cast since Early Voting began March 14. “Judging by Early Voting turnout, it's clear there are some hot races in this election," Orr said. "The areas with the heaviest turnout were clearly those with a contested…

On March 4, Patch published its 2011 Election Central, a complete guide to the April 5 consolidated election in Lemont. There you'll find voter information, recent election news and complete candidate biographies. Before Lemont voters head to the polls, Patch wants to give readers an opportunity to compare where candidates for the Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A School Board stand on key issues. Question What do you believe is the biggest challenge the district faces academically, and what will you do to ensure student achieve success in this area? Candidate Answers Cynthia …

On March 4, Patch published its 2011 Election Central, a complete guide to the April 5 consolidated election in Lemont. There you'll find voter information, recent election news and complete candidate biographies. Before Lemont voters head to the polls, Patch wants to give readers an opportunity to compare where candidates for the Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A School Board stand on key issues. We will publish the questions in separate posts, along with responses from all nine candidates. Question How would you work to improve the public’s perception of the District 113A …

With two days left in Early Voting and just one week until Election Day, Lemont voters are turning out in huge numbers. As of 2:50 p.m. Tuesday, the Lemont Public Library had 1,222 ballots cast, making it the third busiest Early Voting location in suburban Cook County (in areas with contested races), according to Cook County Clerk David Orr. The library trails only Centennial Ice Rink in Wilmette (2,774) and Chicago Heights City Hall (1,809). The Lemont Library saw its highest early voter turnout Friday, March 25, with 133 ballots cast. From Friday to Sunday, a total of 358 early ballots were…

On March 4, Patch published its 2011 Election Central, a complete guide to the April 5 consolidated election in Lemont. There you'll find voter information, recent election news and complete candidate biographies. Before Lemont voters head to the polls, Patch wants to give readers an opportunity to compare where candidates for the Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A School Board stand on key issues. We will publish the questions in separate posts over the next week, along with responses from all nine candidates. Question What types of ways have you helped out in the school …

On March 4, Patch published its 2011 Election Central, a complete guide to the April 5 consolidated election in Lemont. There you'll find voter information, recent election news and complete candidate biographies. Before Lemont voters head to the polls, Patch wants to give readers an opportunity to compare where candidates for the Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A School Board stand on key issues. We will publish the questions in separate posts over the next two weeks, along with responses from all nine candidates. Question According to the Illinois Association of School Boards, …

On March 4, Patch published its 2011 Election Central, a complete guide to the April 5 consolidated election in Lemont. There you'll find voter information, recent election news and complete candidate biographies. Before Lemont voters head to the polls, Patch wants to give readers an opportunity to compare where candidates for the Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A School Board stand on key issues. We will publish the questions in separate posts over the next two weeks, along with responses from all nine candidates. Question Are you in favor of closing Central School? Why or why …

On March 4, Patch published its 2011 Election Central, a complete guide to the April 5 consolidated election in Lemont. There you'll find voter information, recent election news and complete candidate biographies. Before Lemont voters head to the polls, Patch wants to give readers an opportunity to compare where candidates for the Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A School Board stand on key issues. We will publish the questions in separate posts over the next week or two, along with responses from all nine candidates. Question Where do you stand on the referendum issue? Are you …

9:10 p.m. Proft asks all candidates if any of them have accepted campaign contributions from the Tea Party. All candidates say no. 9:05 p.m. Proft gives candidates the opportunity to ask their own questions of specific candidates. All decline except Aurelio and Hughes. Q: Would current board members support not using the $20 million bonds all at once, that way the board can recall the bonds if they do not need them? (Asked by Aurelio of the current board members) Taylor: Declines to answer the question. Says there are certain rules about discussing board issues in the public, and because …

Early voting for the April 5 election begins Monday at the Lemont Public Library, 50 E. Wend St., and several other area locations. "Local officials affect lives a great deal, so voter participation is crucial," Cook County Clerk David Orr said in a statement. "Government functions better when more people are heard." Voters must bring a government-issued photo ID such as a passport, driver's license or military ID. Voting will be conducted on touch-screens that store every ballot style in Cook County. Early voting will be available Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the Library …

During the March 9 forum hosted by Lemont Patch and the Lemont Junior Woman's Club, the majority of Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A Board of Education candidates said they will support the $20 million working cash bond referendum. Candidate Cynthia Kelly said approving the referendum slated to appear on the April 5 ballot is necessary. “It will restore financial stability to the district and end the need of short-term loans,” she said. Candidate Mike Aurelio said “as a fiscal conservative” he would normally oppose tax increases, but will vote "yes" to the referendum question. “…

The candidate forum for the Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A Board of Education will begin at 7 p.m. at the Lemont Township Community Center. CLICK HERE for the live webcast. Thank you for your interest, and please share your thoughts in the comments below. — Lemont Patch — Lemont Junior Woman's Club