La Grange routinely ranks among the best Illinois cities. Its residents rely on leaders at the Library, Park and Village Board to keep our Village strong. In order to ensure the best possible government for these offices, the Citizens' Council evaluates and recommends candidates prior to the election. We encourage anyone interested in serving our great community to reach out and submit your application to us.
| Become a Council Member....
For the past 75 years, a majority of candidates seeking Village office have come before the Council to be slated (endorsed) by our membership.
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2016-2017 Meeting Schedule: (7:30 at Village Hall unless otherwise noted)
- January 11
- February 8
- March 15 - Candidates Forum (Starts at 7pm)
- April 12
- May 10 - Last meeting before "Summer break"
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- September 13th (New Officer Introduction)
Download Membership Application Here
Chairperson Beth Augustine
Vice Chairperson John Pappas
Secretary Elisabeth Cornell
Treasurer Michael Butron
Roster Secretary Russ Riberto
Becky Spratford* Elected April 2013
Vacancy to be filled* By Appointment
Vacancy*
*Up for Election 2017
1941-1943 Kenneth E. Rice
1943-1945
1945-1947
1947-1949
1949-1951
1951-1953
1953-1955
1955-1957
1957-1959
1959-1961
1961-1963
1963-1965
1965-1967
1967-1969
1969-1971
1971-1973
1973-1975 Allan Thompson
1975-1977 Sara Torphy - Deceased
1976-1977 Ralph Kravis
1977-1977 Rodger Kittleson
1977-1979 Randy Marsh
1979-1981 Marie Ann Barry
1981-1983 Bridget Molzahn
1983-1985
1985-1987 Mary Nelson
1987-1989 Robert Hahn
1989-1991 Jeannine McLaughlin
1991-1993 Mary Jean Lyons
1993-1995 Sharon Sylvester
1995-1997
1997-1999
1999-2001 Jim Wilson
2001-2003 Wayne Kardatzke
2003-2005 Bill Carney
2005-2007 Jim Arnold
2007-2009 Orlando Coryell
2009-2011 Katie Justak
2011-2013 David Schwartz
2013-2015 Jim Arnold
2015-2017 Beth Augustine
The citizens council embraces technology and welcomes the community voice. Please respectfully ask your village board questions here. This is a publicly visible platform that seeks to drive voter engagement but at same time is strictly moderated by our council. We ask that residents conduct themselves appropriately with politeness and respect. Please also read our Terms of Service prior to posting.
Interested in Running?
To run for a position on the Village of La Grange, La Grange Library Board of Trustees or the Park District of La Grange Board of Commissioners, please complete the Prospective Candidate Data Sheet. Need Help? - That is why we are here...
Library, Park District, Village board candidates should e-mail their application to lgcitizenscouncil@gmail.com prior to any slating. NOTE: Minimum one month is a STRICT deadline for Council consideration.
| Download Prospective Candidate Data Sheet.
| Become a Council Member....
For the past 75 years, a majority of candidates seeking Village office have come before the Council to be slated (endorsed) by our membership.
| Explore Council Districts...
2016-2017 Meeting Schedule: (7:30 at Village Hall unless otherwise noted)
- January 11
- February 8
- March 15 - Candidates Forum (Starts at 7pm)
- April 12
- May 10 - Last meeting before "Summer break"
| Explore Council Events...
- September 13th (New Officer Introduction)
Download Membership Application Here
Chairperson Beth Augustine
Vice Chairperson John Pappas
Secretary Elisabeth Cornell
Treasurer Michael Butron
Roster Secretary Russ Riberto
Becky Spratford* Elected April 2013
Vacancy to be filled* By Appointment
Vacancy*
*Up for Election 2017
1941-1943 Kenneth E. Rice
1943-1945
1945-1947
1947-1949
1949-1951
1951-1953
1953-1955
1955-1957
1957-1959
1959-1961
1961-1963
1963-1965
1965-1967
1967-1969
1969-1971
1971-1973
1973-1975 Allan Thompson
1975-1977 Sara Torphy - Deceased
1976-1977 Ralph Kravis
1977-1977 Rodger Kittleson
1977-1979 Randy Marsh
1979-1981 Marie Ann Barry
1981-1983 Bridget Molzahn
1983-1985
1985-1987 Mary Nelson
1987-1989 Robert Hahn
1989-1991 Jeannine McLaughlin
1991-1993 Mary Jean Lyons
1993-1995 Sharon Sylvester
1995-1997
1997-1999
1999-2001 Jim Wilson
2001-2003 Wayne Kardatzke
2003-2005 Bill Carney
2005-2007 Jim Arnold
2007-2009 Orlando Coryell
2009-2011 Katie Justak
2011-2013 David Schwartz
2013-2015 Jim Arnold
2015-2017 Beth Augustine
The citizens council embraces technology and welcomes the community voice. Please respectfully ask your village board questions here. This is a publicly visible platform that seeks to drive voter engagement but at same time is strictly moderated by our council. We ask that residents conduct themselves appropriately with politeness and respect. Please also read our Terms of Service prior to posting.
Interested in Running?
To run for a position on the Village of La Grange, La Grange Library Board of Trustees or the Park District of La Grange Board of Commissioners, please complete the Prospective Candidate Data Sheet. Need Help? - That is why we are here...
Library, Park District, Village board candidates should e-mail their application to lgcitizenscouncil@gmail.com prior to any slating. NOTE: Minimum one month is a STRICT deadline for Council consideration.
| Download Prospective Candidate Data Sheet.
