FAQs

What is the Northbrook Caucus?

The Northbrook Caucus is a non-partisan volunteer organization comprised of Northbrook residents who recruit, interview, and endorse candidates for Village Offices. The Caucus forms every other year to promote civic participation and competition for elected offices that otherwise may be uncontested or even unfilled.

The Northbrook Caucus process and its endorsements do not constitute the final outcome of the municipal elections. Candidates endorsed by the Caucus this year will run for election in April 2023.


Who can join the Northbrook Caucus?

All Northbrook registered voters are welcome and encouraged to participate! There are several avenues for volunteering:

  • Helping the Caucus organize and manage its operations (e.g., Website, FAQs, fundraising)

  • Serving on a Caucus subcommittee to interview candidates

  • Participating in Northbrook Caucus Town Hall meetings

  • Supporting candidates (e.g., facilitating opportunities for candidates to meet the community, posting lawn signs, providing support through social media)

Who leads the Northbrook Caucus?

The 2022 Northbrook Caucus Leadership team includes:

  • Jennifer Saperstein, Chair of the Northbrook Caucus

  • Barry Nekritz, Vice Chair of the Northbrook Caucus

  • Herb Braidman, Chair of the Library Subcommittee

  • Susan Rosen, Co-Chair of the Parks Subcommittee

  • Amy Melnick, Co-Chair of the Parks Subcommittee

  • Steven Turk, Co-Chair of the Village Subcommittee

  • Harvind Singh, Co-Chair of the Village Subcommittee

  • Melissa Dane, Chair of the School District 27 Subcommittee

  • Katie Dallia, Chair of the School District 28 Subcommittee

How are screening committees (subcommittees) chosen?

In August, the Caucus sent out a call for volunteers and committee participants were selected randomly, using a spreadsheet and a random number generator. The Northbrook Caucus ensures Trustee, Library, and Park subcommittees include geographic representation across the Village.

This year, more than 35 volunteers were offered spots on subcommittees.


By what rules does the Caucus operate?

The Northbrook Caucus bylaws are available here.