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What is the Cheat Sheet?

Information about the local Champaign-Urbana government and how to learn more about the City Councils, Township Boards and other local government offices such as:

• Their membership information and contact information

• Policy issues

• Latest news links

• Maps

• Information for candidates and about candidates

• Election information and upcoming races

• More up to date meeting information

• Primers on major local issues

• Issue positions and candidate statements

Disclaimer:

The views expressed in this publication are those of the authors and do not reflect the official stance of the Cheat Sheet or the organizations we collaborate with, such as the Champaign County branch of the NAACP and the League of Women Voters.

The Cheat Sheet is non-partisan and for information purposes only. We do not support or endorse any political candidates, referendum, or other ballot choices. Information on the statements and positions of public officials, candidates, and organizations is not an endorsement.

Intentions:

In time, with some hard work, this will hopefully be an easy and quick guide on what's going on with local government, how to effect change in it, and how it works for everyday voters. Someday I hope it can be useful enough for the political wonks, help folks become more political wonky and maybe even run for and become part of their local government.

The information is intended to be factual and based on government resources, local journalism sources, government officials themselves (either directly or through those same sources) and presented without spin as we observe it. We aren't endorsing any candidates or party. We merely hope people will simply find their local government more easily accessible, influencing it easier, and voting for it more informed.

It's a work in progress. Comments, suggestions and criticisms are welcome to help make it better!

Also see our sister website: the Cheat Sheet of Champaign County