Name: Jeffrey A. Meyer
Position for which you are a candidate: ECC District 509 Trustee
Why are you seeking this position?
Six years ago I ran for a seat on the Elgin Community College Board of Trustees promising to combat property taxes, maintain affordability for students seeking a quality education, and to advocate for innovation in the way the College delivers instruction. My goals remain unchanged. I have kept my promises these last six years, and if re-elected I will keep them again for the next six years.
What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this position?
I have served on the Elgin Community College Board of Trustees for a full term and am running for re-election. I have served as a Board officer five of my six years on the Board, including two consecutive one-year terms as Board Chairman. I am a practicing attorney and am respected among my peers for the value my experience in business and knowledge of the law bring to the Board. In my first term I also gained experience in budgeting, finance, and collective bargaining. I’ve twice advocated for an passed property tax levy abatements, I’ve opposed property tax increases every year, have voted for a flat tuition rate for the last four years, and helped sure a unanimous vote to freeze the College’s property tax levy this year. I’ve also been a strong advocate for expanding access to dual credit instruction for our District’s high school students and for expanding our trade and vocational programs to expand the skilled labor pool in our community. My record of leadership on the Board, depth of experience, professional credentials, and track record of fiscally responsible governance render me exceptionally qualified to continue serving on the Board.
What will be your highest priorities if elected?
My priorities if re-elected include:
– Maintaining affordable of tuition for students.
– Continuing to advocate for a flat property tax levy.
– Expanding dual credit opportunities for students.
– Increasing vocational training program capacity to grow the skilled labor pool in our community.
– Maintaining and growing virtual and hybrid instruction opportunities for Elgin Community College students.
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