Cody Hendricks

Mayor of Bloomington

Cody will be the first out gay mayor of Bloomington!

Biography

Cody Hendricks is a lifelong central Illinois resident who brings a long-standing passion for local politics to his campaign. An experienced candidate, Hendricks currently serves on the Bloomington City Council representing Ward 6. He previously served on the Pekin City Council from 2011 until 2015. He is also currently a high school history teacher at Olympia High School where he serves as union co-president. Hendricks has served on the Sister City Committee and Beautification Committee in Bloomington.

Hendricks prioritizes supporting and expanding affordable housing, economic development and bringing leadership and collaboration to the Mayor’s office. Hendricks believes in supporting a vibrant and accessible community for all Bloomington residents.

Cody and his partner, Eric, live in the historic Franklin Park neighborhood with their dogs, Atreyu and Lizzy, and cats, Chomsky and Minnie. They enjoy gardening, taking walks through the neighborhood, and spending time downtown.