Helpful Links

FOIA Requests

Freedom of Information Act Requests

Please review our website before making a request, as most of the information may be available already.

To submit a request, please complete the FOIA form and either email it to: countyclerkfoia@co.champaign.il.us or mail to:

Champaign County Clerk
FOIA Request
1776 East Washington Street
Urbana IL 61802

Our FOIA Officer is Angie Patton, Chief Deputy Clerk

FOIA requests shall be promptly responded to within five (5) business days (5 ILCS/140/3) after receipt of the request.

Helpful Links

Vital Records
- Certificate Requests
  The Champaign County Clerk is the official record keeper of all birth, death, marriage, and civil unions that occur in Champaign County. The Vital Records department can provide copies of these records to eligible individuals upon request.
- Marriage & Civil Union Licenses
  Before getting married or formalizing a civil union in Champaign County, couples must obtain a marriage license or civil union license from the Champaign County Clerk’s Office.
- Business & Notary
  The Clerk’s Office provides a number of other services to the public. Including notary, DBA, various licenses, and mobile home registration.
The Champaign County Clerk maintains all birth, death, marriage, and civil union records for the County, as well as many licenses.
Property Taxes
- Tax Redemption
  - Estimate of Redemption Cost
  If your unpaid taxes have been sold, the Clerk's Office can provide you with an estimate of the cost of redemption.
- Mobile Homes
  
  Information on owning a mobile home in Champaign County.
- Delinquent Property Tax Search
  
  Use your Property Index Number (PIN) to see if your property has any sold taxes.
- Tax Extension & Rates
  
  This is a tax extension resource for taxing districts.
- Taxing Agency Reports
  
  Search past Tax Agency Reports that reflect the data used to calculate the tax rates for local taxing districts.
- About Pins
  
  A PIN, or property index number, is a unique 14-digit number that represents a parcel of land for taxation purposes.
- Tax FAQ & Glossary
  
  Frequently asked tax-related questions and a glossary of tax terms to know in order to understand your taxes.
The Champaign County Clerk maintains delinquent property taxes. Check your property tax status, find out how to make a payment, and learn more about the property tax cycle here.
Recorder of Deeds
- County Land History
  
  Learn more about the history of Champaign County land ownership.
The County Recorder is the official land records manager for the county. The recorder
is responsible for recording, archiving, and retrieving a variety of documents, mostly deeds, liens, plat maps, and an assortment of historical documents.
Elections
- My Voting Information
  Find your voter status, polling location, elected officials, early voting options, sample ballot, and request a vote by mail ballot here.
- Many Ways to Vote
  Learn about the many ways to vote in Champaign County: vote by mail, early voting, Election Day voting, and answers to our most frequently asked questions.
- Register To Vote
  There are many ways to register to vote in Illinois. Review your options and what to expect here.
- Work as an Election Judge
  
  Election Judges are necessary for a fair, free, and accessible election in Champaign County. Find out how you can serve your community in this vital role.
- I Want to Run For Office
  - Historical Election Data
  - Safe Vote Coalition
  Here you can find historical election data as well as resources for candidates of upcoming elections.
The Champaign County Clerk is the election authority for the County. Information for voters and candidates can be found here.
County Board
- Board Members & District Maps
  
  A listing of all the Champaign County Board Members and their respective districts.
- Ordinances & Resolutions
  
  This is a searchable database of ordinances and resolutions passed by the Champaign County Board.
- Meetings & Agendas
  
  This is a searchable database of County Board meeting minutes and agendas.
- Fiscal Year Budgets
  
  This and previous fiscal year budgets for Champaign County.
The Champaign County Clerk serves as official recorder of County Board meeting agendas and minutes.
Government Bodies
- Statement of Economic Interest
  - Statement of Economic Interest Public Search
  A required disclosure document for specific elected and/or appointed government officials. Learn more or complete your form here.
- Champaign County Clerk's Office
  
  Learn more about the Clerk's Office.
Find more information about government bodies in Champaign County, including their taxing rates and annual budgets. You can also find information on filing and searching for Statements of Economic Interest for individuals.