Tazewell County clerk says he was approached on appointment of Ill. Senate seat left vacant by Brady

Posted on January 4, 2021
Tazewell County Clerk John Ackerman (Photo courtesy: Heart of Illinois ABC)

By Heart of Illinois ABC

TAZEWELL COUNTY – Tazewell County Clerk John Ackerman says he has been approached concerning the upcoming appointment of the Illinois Senate seat left vacant by Republican Bill Brady.

Ackerman, also a Republican, made the statement in a Facebook post Monday, saying he will not accept as he still has work to do in the clerk’s position.

Brady, of Bloomington, held the state Senate’s 44th District, which covers parts of McLean, Tazewell, and Logan counties.

“While I am extremely honored to have been contacted and considered, I have work I still want to accomplish as Tazewell County Clerk,” said Ackerman in the post. “We have several major announcements coming in January and February which will highlight our continued efforts to streamline operations, increase efficiency, and cut cost to Tazewell County taxpayers. It is a privilege each and every day to serve the citizens.”

The Associated Press reported Dec. 31 Brady served in the Illinois General Assembly for 27 years and became the minority leader of the Senate in 2017.

Brady’s retirement went into effect at 11:59 p.m. the same day as his announcement.

Ackerman said this was the second time he was approached for an appointment to the Illinois Senate.

Heart of Illinois ABC can be reached at [email protected]. 

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