Macoupin County Clerk

About The Macoupin County Clerk’s Office serves as a cornerstone of local government in Macoupin County, Illinois. Our mission is to ensure transparent, secure, and efficient administration of elections, vital records, land documents, and public funds. Under the leadership of County Clerk Pete Duncan, we are proud to be recognized as a national leader in government innovation and digital transparency. What We Do Election Administration Conducting secure and accessible elections with a commitment to integrity and innovation. Vital Records Management Issuing birth, death, and marriage records with efficiency and confidentiality. Public Transparency Initiatives Pioneered tools like MacoupinBudget.com and MacoupinMinutes.com to make government operations accessible to all. Land & Property Records Recording and safeguarding deeds, mortgages, and property information for residents and businesses. Tax Extension & Payroll Administering the county’s tax extension process and employee payroll with accuracy and transparency. Recognition Named one of Ten Centers for Election Excellence in the U.S. Ranked among the Top 10 Most Transparent Counties in Illinois Developer of innovative tools like Macoupin Checkbook, Property Fraud Guard, and a License & Permit Hub