Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon

The Clerk’s Office oversees suburban elections, voter registration, vital records, ethics filings, land recordings, tax calculations, and more.

[Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon @cookcountyclerk]

The Cook County Clerk’s Office hit the streets for Congressman Danny K. Davis’ Annual Back-to-School Picnic and Parade!

Thank you to Congressman Danny K. Davis for continuing this wonderful tradition and bringing families, neighbors, and community partners together.

[Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon @cookcountyclerk]

Our Team was proud to join the Cortez Cares Foundation for its annual Back-to-School Community Day at Moore Park, where families came together for a day filled with fun, resources, school supplies, giveaways and plenty of encouragement for our young people.

[Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon @cookcountyclerk]

I was proud to represent Cook County at the Partnership for Large Election Jurisdictions (PLEJ) Conference in Atlanta and share how we’re leading that work through Election Lens, a first-of-its-kind system designed to give us greater visibility into election operations.

[Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon @cookcountyclerk]

Calling on residents across suburban Cook County to step up and serve for the November 3 Gubernatorial General Election.

Election Judges can earn $250 and Polling Place Technicians can earn $400.
This Election Day, we need you.

🔗 Apply today: https://t.co/N9350bZ6vi

[Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon @cookcountyclerk]

Standing at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, I couldn’t help but think about Dr. King’s visit to Marquette Park 60 years ago. His message was clear then, and it still guides me today: our democracy isn’t complete until everyone has a place in it.

#ClerkGordonHasYourBack

[Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon @cookcountyclerk]

61 years ago today, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act into law, marking one of the most significant milestones in our nation's democratic history.

As your County Clerk, I remain committed to removing barriers to voting.

[Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon @cookcountyclerk]

National Night Out is one of my favorite reminders of what public service is really about—meeting people where they are.

Last night, our team had the opportunity to connect with residents at National Night Out celebrations across Cook County.

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I was excited to welcome legislative leaders from across the country to our Election Operations Center during the NCSL Summit, giving them a behind-the-scenes look at how Cook County is using innovation to strengthen election security and build voter confidence.

[Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon @cookcountyclerk]

I am grateful I had the opportunity to welcome legislators from across the country to Chicago during the National Conference of State Legislatures Summit. Thank you to everyone who joined us for an evening of collaboration and meaningful conversation.

[Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon @cookcountyclerk]

This week, I was honored to participate in a panel discussion with leaders from across the country at the NCSL Legislative Summit who shared my commitment to early civic education. 

#NCSL #America250 #CivicEducation #DefendersOfDAmocracy #CookCountyClerk

[Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon @cookcountyclerk]

At the Partnership for Large Election Jurisdictions (PLEJ) Conference in Atlanta, I had the opportunity to share how the Cook County Clerk’s Office is leveraging innovation to strengthen election operations and better serve voters.

#ClerkGordonHasYourBack

[Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon @cookcountyclerk]

Our office was proud to present a resolution to Cook County's own, LisaRaye McCoy, honoring her outstanding career and the positive impact she continues to make in Chicago and beyond.

[Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon @cookcountyclerk]

In case you missed it, I was honored to join leaders from across the country at the NAACP Democracy Summit.

I was especially proud to have our incredible Cook County Clerk’s Office interns by my side.

Thank you to the NAACP for convening such an important conversation.

[Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon @cookcountyclerk]

🏀 Celebrating excellence on and off the court.

The Cook County Clerk’s Office is proud to honor the 2026 AT&T WNBA All-Star Game with an official resolution recognizing the league’s extraordinary impact over the past 30 seasons.

[Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon @cookcountyclerk]

Getting married in 2025? Congratulations!
One of the first steps is getting your marriage license and my office is here to make it easy.
Start your application and learn more: https://t.co/qTznGaCesf
Marriage licenses are valid for 60 days and must be used within Cook County.

[Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon @cookcountyclerk]

Democracy doesn't happen by chance-it happens because people choose to participate.

At the NAACP Democracy Summit, I had the privilege of speaking about the importance of protecting the right to vote.

Thank you to the NAACP for creating space for these critical conversations.

[Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon @cookcountyclerk]

It was a privilege to deliver welcome remarks at the NAACP Democracy Summit during the 117th NAACP National Convention.

Thank you to the NAACP for the opportunity to be part of this meaningful conversation.

[Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon @cookcountyclerk]

🏆 National Award-Winning Innovation!
The Cook County Clerk’s Office is proud to receive a 2026 NACo Achievement Award for our Defenders of DA’mocracy High School Early Voting Program.

[Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon @cookcountyclerk]

🎓👏 Congratulations to our 2026 Election Operations Interns!

After weeks of learning, collaborating, and gaining hands-on experience behind the scenes of election administration, our interns wrapped up the program by delivering their final presentations.

[Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon @cookcountyclerk]

🎉 Happy Birthday to Jim Gleffe🎉

Today we celebrate Jim Gleffe, Chief Legal Counsel of the Cook County Clerk’s Office. Jim is a dedicated and valued member of our team. His years of service, commitment, and hard work have made a lasting impact in our office, and the residents.