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Derek Shaw

Democratic · Illinois · 2026

On the November 3 ballot for DeKalb County Treasurer, Illinois

Was Derek Shaw elected? The official answer comes December 4.

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Not official yetUpdated November 5, 2026

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DeKalb County Treasurer
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Top priorities

From the campaign site

  • Wants clear, itemized accounting of taxpayer funds and opposes vague budget categories
  • Wants the county to explore additional financial firms for managing county investments
  • Wants disabled veterans educated about property tax relief programs and Homestead Act exemptions properly implemented for seniors
Biography

Derek Shaw is a disabled U.S. Army veteran who served in the 82nd Airborne Division, per the Shaw Local 2026 election questionnaire. He is a member of American Legion Post 66 and is pursuing a Ph.D. in geography at Northern Illinois University, per the questionnaire. No campaign website was found as of September 22, 2026.

On the ballot

DeKalb County TreasurerIllinois · 2026Dekalb County sample ballot

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