John K Collins for McHenry County Board

11/05/2024

There’s something humbling about watching people cast their votes. Today, as I was poll watching I observed a steady stream of people arriving to exercise their right to vote. Some were young, casting their ballot for the first time, while others were well versed in the process, with expressions of quiet determination.

The energy was a mix of excitement and focus. It reminded me how voting is both a right and a responsibility—a moment when each person gets to contribute to shaping the future. It’s inspiring to see democracy in action, as individuals from all walks of life participate in this shared civic duty.

11/04/2024

11/01/2024

10/02/2024

Vote by Mail Ballots were mailed last week, by now you should have received yours. If not contact the McHenry County Clerks office: 815-334-4242.

There are details directions with the ballot, but in general:

When your ballot comes, open and discard the outer envelope. Inside you'll find (1) the ballot, (2) two envelopes -- an inner Ballot Certification Envelope, and a mailing envelope, and (3) an instruction sheet.

To vote the ballot, make your choices -- use a BLACK ink pen (not a permanent marker), completely darkening the oval next to the candidate of your choice and the propositions. Then put it in the Ballot Certification Envelope, seal the envelope. Sign the ballot in the signature box, again using a black ink pen, exactly as you did when you registered to vote, and add today's date on the date line. Then put the inner envelope in the mailing envelope and seal it.

Add your return address in the upper-left corner of the mailing envelope. You can now either (a) add a first class stamp and pop the sealed mailing envelope in any US mailbox (taking it to the post office is best), or (b) deposit the ballot in any McHenry County ballot dropbox.




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McHenry County Democratic Women

09/28/2024

McHenry County residents if you signed up for Vote by Mail, ballots have been mailed and you should receive in 5-7 days.

If you don’t contact McHenry County Elections at (815) 334-4242 or email [email protected].

09/25/2024

Sample Ballot and Polling Place Information Now Available. https://mchenry-il.connect4.clarityelections.com/sample-ballot-locator/

09/21/2024

Another great night at the Crystal Lake Quarry! Grease/50’s Night!

09/16/2024

I am excited to be on WCPT AM 820 Radio with afternoon host Joan Esposito on Tuesday, September 17th at 3:05pm.

You can listen at https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/

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09/16/2024

Apparently someone is sending friend requests to my followers from Jack K CollinsJK. This is not me. Please do not accept.

09/07/2024

One of the things that makes McHenry County great, the Quarry in Crystal Lake. Enjoying U2 cover band on a beautiful fall night!

09/04/2024

“America has no national religion, but there are a few things in our country that the vast majority of Americans understand as sacred. If death in combat is considered the ultimate civic sacrament, then Arlington is our cathedral.”

The campaign has been confusing the issue. Here’s some clarity.