representing one of four wards (two per ward). The Mayor and Aldermen serve four year terms, with one Alderman from each ward being elected every two years. Sycamore's current mayor is Steve Braser. Education Public schooling began in Sycamore as early as 1839, with classes held in the first DeKalb County Courthouse, a log building across the street from the courthouse's current location. The city's first school building was built in 1853. Current public education needs in Sycamore are provided by Sycamore Community Unit School District 427. The current Superintendent of Sycamore School District is Steve Wilder. The district operates Sycamore High School, Sycamore Middle School, and five elementary schools. The newest elementary school, North Grove, opened in 2009 was built for access by the nearby subdivision. Notable people David Boies, attorney, born in Sycamore Bryan Carter, musician, lived in Sycamore Adam C. Cliffe, United States court judge Reuben Ellwood Republican U.S. Representative from Illinois. (d.1885). Buried in Elmwood Cemetery. William J. Fulton, Chief Justice of the Illinois Supreme Court, lived in Sycamore Mark Johnston, former cornerback for Houston Oilers, born in Sycamore Ben Niemann, linebacker for NFL's Kansas City Chiefs. Won the Super Bowl 2020. Nick Niemann, linebacker for the Los Angeles Chargers. Maria Ridulph (1950–1957), child murder victim Alvah Sabin, politician, congressman, lived in Sycamore Frederick B. Townsend, judge, mayor of Sycamore Floyd K. Whittlemore, Illinois state treasurer David A. Wirsling, Illinois representative and farmer, born in Sycamore See also Adolphus W. Brower House Chicago and Northwestern Depot List of properties (Sycamore Historic District) William W. Marsh House References External links Official Website Cities in Illinois County seats in Illinois Populated places established in 1835 Cities in DeKalb County, Illinois 1835 establishments in Illinois