The Champaign County Board has 27 members who are elected from nine three-member districts. The County Board is the governing body of Champaign County government, and provides oversight to a variety of offices and agencies important to all Champaign County residents. For example, the Board oversees all of the Courthouse offices, such as the State's Attorney, Public Defender, Circuit Clerk, and County Sheriff. In addition, the Board manages the Champaign County Nursing Home. There is also a County Highway Department, Planning and Zoning Department, and County Clerk's office.

All County departments and agencies have budgets and policies which must be approved by the County Board. The County Board also hears zoning cases. One of the County Board's most vital functions is making appointments to other boards, such as the Mass Transit Board, Forest Preserve Board, Mental Health Board, and Sanitary District Board. In addition, the County Board has the authority to enter into intergovernmental agreements with other units of government.

For further information, you can go to the Champaign County web site, which has information about meeting agendas, committees, Board members, and more.