Return to Candidate Questionnaire NAME: Donna Smith POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE A CANDIDATE: Elgin School District U-46 1.  Why are you seeking this position? I have been and continue to be dedicated to doing all that I can to provide the best education possible for all students. I continue to have the passion to do what we need to do for the community, staff, and most importantly the students of U-46. 2.  What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this position? I have been on the U-46 Board of Education for over 15 years, I [...]

Return to Candidate Questionnaire NAME: Melissa Owens POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE A CANDIDATE: Elgin School District U-46 1.  Why are you seeking this position? I am running for a school board seat because I have a strong belief in the value of public education to our community; I welcome the opportunity to be involved in the direction of public education at a higher level. I hope to use my experience in business management, community leadership and as a longtime parent and volunteer in the district to continue to improve the educational opportunities we offer our community. In U-46, I [...]

Return to Candidate Questionnaire NAME: Richard Dunne POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE A CANDIDATE: Elgin City Council 1.  Why are you seeking this position? While I have served on Elgin City Council for eight years, I feel that I have more to contribute as Elgin continues to recover from hard financial times. I have been working diligently as your Councilmember to hold the City of Elgin accountable for their spending. I work to champion Elgin public services and watch that they are fiscally responsible and managed well. I also require a balanced budget, every year. I will continue to be [...]

Return to Candidate Questionnaire NAME: John Prigge POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE A CANDIDATE: Elgin City Council 1.  Why are you seeking this position? I believe in Elgin and the citizens who live here. I also believe those citizens want a better, prouder and more affordable city to live in while being lead honestly with authentic service. I want to continue my work in showing citizens they have an advocate that works hard to make those three desires happen. To continue on that mission I am seeking to be re-contracted for another term as councilman. 2.  What experience and background [...]