Name: Bob E Sample
Position for which you are a candidate: West Dundee Trustee
Why are you seeking this position?
As a Resident of West Dundee residing on Main St. for more than 43 years, I have always had an interest in the promotion and success of our Community. At a time when the State of Illinois is losing population in record numbers and Chicago residents ae moving to the suburbs for many reasons such as better schools, lower taxes and safety, it is imperative our community is a viable choice for both people and businesses. When I was ask by some residents if I would consider running for Trustee, an evaluation determined I now had the time to devote to the job and a wealth of experience to help our community, grow and prosper. We need governmental individuals who understand what a business needs to be successful and help them get it with efficiency in time, effort and cost. Residents life style needs, safety and community endeavors need to be properly addressed.
What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this position?
My initial job after college was as a teacher evolving to developing businesses and national corporate executive positions. Since moving to Sleepy Hollow in 1976 and to West Dundee in 1979 my background includes developing businesses, services and serving in executive positions, as well as donating time to other endeavors. Following is an outline of my background and experience in our community: Several years as a salesman, Realtor; Mortgage Banker involved in the development of residential properties.(many presentations to City Boards for approval); Did seminars on national basis to Realtors on evaluations of business sale values; Sr. VP of Lyons Mortgage Corp. responsible for Commercial lending nationally; Started The Sample Companies Inc., as the first Bose Residential Audio/Visual Dealer in the Chicago Area.(Sold the Assets to DMX Music with contracts with most major suburban builders and major high Rise developers in the City of Chicago) The Sample Companies became a Consulting firm to the Audio/Visual and integrated Low Voltage System industry helping Tunnel Vision Inc, operating in Chicago, to become one of the top A/V integrators in the country; Time to Civic and other duties: Several years on West Dundee Planning/Zoning Committee; Sleepy Hollow policeman, ran for Village President, Assistant Director for the Dundee Scots and The Imperial Scots Marching band; Currently President of the Racine Youth Foundation, Past Commodore of Racine yacht club
What will be your highest priorities if elected?
The Historic District and West Dundee proper has a Traffic situation that needs to be addressed especially on Highway 72. Springhill Mall needs to have assistance in developing a innovative approach in utilization of their property to promote business success. It is important to keep Village costs as low as possible while providing needed services. Have efficient meetings and be reasonable and helpful to those whom come for Village approvals.
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