What is a Precinct Committee Person?
A Libertarian Party Precinct Committee Person represents the Libertarian voters of their precinct at the local level. In Cook County, we also elect Township Committee Persons, and in Chicago, we elect Ward Committee Persons. These Committee Persons are the face of our party within the precincts and might be the only party official a voter ever meets.
The role of a Libertarian Committee Person is to spread Libertarian values of Freedom, Peace, and Prosperity, grow the Libertarian Party, and maximize votes from their precinct, township, or ward on Election Day. These volunteers are essential to any grassroots effort, and no political campaign can succeed without these frontline Libertarian ambassadors.
Many people start their political involvement as a Committee Person. It’s an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in building a stronger Libertarian Party and advancing Liberty in our communities, state, and country. Simply put, the more Committee Persons we have throughout our state, the more elections we will win, and the more Freedom will triumph.
What does a Committee Person do?
The role of a Committee Person is essentially an extension of what many people already do—talking to their neighbors. The key difference is that our Committeemen and Committeewomen become part of a statewide team of activists.
With ongoing support and guidance from our Political Division, our Committee Persons will receive the tools and instructions needed to become libertarian leaders and advance our platform principles of Less Government and More Freedom. Here are a few examples of Precinct Committee Person activities:
- Identify libertarian-leaning voters
- Register new voters and encourage them to vote
- Distribute libertarian and/or campaign literature
- Participate in statewide grassroots initiatives
- Carry out local party activities
If you are ready to get started, follow these simple steps:
- Contact our Field Operations Division and ask for your starter kit.
- This step helps us track which precincts are covered and supports your efforts. Email the Field Operations Division to receive your packet. Click here if you need a copy of the Statement of Candidacy.
- Fill out the forms provided, optionally including your petition form.
- Complete the Statement of Candidacy, Libertarian Pledge, and Petition Form as instructed. Do not sign any forms until you are in front of a Notary (available at most banks).
- Identify your precinct / Statement of Candidacy.
- Determine your registered precinct and its boundaries. Use resources like the Registration Lookup on the Board of Elections website, precinct maps, or contact your election authority (e.g., county clerk). If you need assistance, contact the Field Operations Division or email the State Chair. Then, fill out your Statement of Candidacy and Pledge.
- Collect 10 signatures from inside your precinct (optional).
- Engage with your neighbors and inform them about the Libertarian option. Although not mandatory, collecting 10 signatures on your petitions is encouraged to familiarize yourself with the process and build relationships in your neighborhood.
- Notarize your documents.
- Take your completed forms to a Notary Public, sign them there, and package all sheets together.
- Save and submit your forms and finished petitions to the Field Operations Director.
- Email electronic copies to the Field Operations Division Precincts Director, and mail the physical copies as advised by a Field Operations team member.
- Receive resources to make your job easy.
- Once your forms are processed, you will be added to a mailing list with county and chapter chairs, party officers, and other precinct Committee Persons. You will receive periodic outreach recommendations, newsletters, and can share your experiences. For those wanting to make a significant impact, a manual is available for download.
For more information or to begin the application process, contact our Field Operations Division, and we will send you everything you need to get started.