Elected Officials – Contact Information
Advocacy is the pursuit of influencing outcomes — including public-policy and resource allocation decisions within political, economic, and social systems and institutions — that directly affect people’s current lives. (Cohen, 2001) As a park advocate, an opportunity exists for you to work with elected officials to encourage their support of parks and the environment. Visit the links below to determine who your local, state and federal elected officials are.
Who is My Representative? State, Federal
Click on this link and type in your address to find out:
http://www.elections.state.il.us/DistrictLocator/SelectSearchType.aspx
Voter registration and other election information:
Click here: http://www.elections.state.il.us
Who is My Alderman?
