NAPERVILLE, Ill. — The City of Naperville informs residents and interested parties that the Municipal Officers Electoral Board met today, Dec. 12, on objections to three candidates’ nomination petitions for the upcoming 2023 Consolidated General Election.

The local electoral board, which is comprised of Mayor Steve Chirico, Naperville City Clerk Pam Gallahue and Naperville City Council member Paul Hinterlong, heard evidence regarding objections filed on Dec. 2 and 5 against the City Council nomination petitions of Nag Jaiswal and Derek McDaniel and the Mayoral nomination petition of Tiffany Stephens.

In Case Number 22-01, Zega V. Jaiswal, the Board found in favor of Candidate Jaiswal, granting a motion submitted by the Objector to withdraw the objection petition and dismiss the case. Neither party appeared for the hearing, and the decision dismissing the case is final and appealable.

In Case Number 22-02, Ahmadpour V. McDaniel, both parties appeared before the Board and a hearing was completed. The Board found in favor of Candidate McDaniel, voting 2-1 to overrule the objection. The Board's decision is final and appealable.

In Case Number 22-03, Ahmadpour V. Stephens, both parties appeared before the Board. A hearing was opened but then continued at the request of the parties so that both parties may issue subpoenas for documents needed for the hearing. The hearing on the Stephens objection will resume on Dec. 16, 2022 at 10 a.m. in Council Chambers of the Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle St. The hearing will be broadcast live on government access TV station WCNC (Ch. 6 – Astound, Ch. 10 – Comcast, Ch. 99 – AT&T) and streamed live via the City’s website at www.naperville.il.us.

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About Naperville: Located 28 miles west of Chicago, Naperville, Ill., is home to approximately 145,000 people. This vibrant, thriving city consistently ranks as a top community in the nation in which to live, raise children and retire. The city is home to acclaimed public and parochial schools, the best public library system in the country, an array of healthcare options and an exceptionally low crime rate. Naperville has ready access to a variety of public transportation, housing and employment options. The city’s diversified employer base features high technology firms, retailers and factories, as well as small and home-based businesses. Residents also enjoy world-class parks, diverse worship options, the opportunity to serve on several City boards and commissions, a thriving downtown shopping and dining area, a renowned outdoor history museum known as Naper Settlement and an active civic community. For more information, please visit our website at www.naperville.il.us.