Name: Corinne M. Pierog
Position for which you are a candidate:
Kane County Board Chairman
Why are you seeking this position?
I have been a resident of Kane County for the past twenty years. To many of us, the County government seemed to be on autopilot. But, during the last eight years, I have noticed not only a decrease in services, but also an increasing sense of frustration within due to divisive management, and financial duress. I was contemplating a run for office when I was asked to consider this opportunity. After vetting my qualifications with local leaders, friends, and family, I decided to toss my hat, soul, and all of my efforts into the ring. As a candidate, I stand as an independent voice, whose support comes from the community, not solely from an organization nor from the endorsement of an incumbent. My community experiences have led me to this opportunity to be Kane County’s next Board Chairman.
What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this position?
My knowledge of and 20-year relationship with Kane County provides me with a context from which to govern. As the principle of Sustainable Leadership Solutions that supports non-profit organizations including board development, and financial leadership, I bring real work experience to board management. My education includes an MBA, Roosevelt Univ., PhD studies City Univ. of NY, MA, San Francisco State, and BA Univ. of CA. My civic efforts include sitting on community and local boards, the St. Charles Board of Education, the St. Charles Housing Commission, and Age Guide, the IL. Business Enterprise Commission and founding chair of the Kane County Democratic Women. My previous run for IL State Senate, has also given me a knowledge of government, and that of managing an effective campaign.
What will be your highest priorities if elected?
Budget, No Time for Politics: The budget cannot be based on austerity, but rather facilitation. Communities need to be brought together to discuss shared opportunities. The budget requires a tactical approach balancing fiscal needs while offsetting the tax burden.
Trust and Respect: We cannot afford to be resting in the past, nor mired in the present. It is time that collaboratively all citizens, our businesses, industries and schools, staff, and elected officials, work together to focus on the future.
Preserve Our Natural and Built Resources: Our rich assets function as an economic driver through tourism, agriculture, and business development. Best practices of sustainability, renewable energy, water conservation, public and alternative transportation must be topics that we address.
Will you attend the February 5 Elgin Candidate Forum? Yes, I will attend the forum
Will you attend the February 18th Dundee Candidate Forum? Yes, I will attend the forum
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