Name: Anthony Ortiz Position for which you are a candidate: Elgin City Council   Why are you seeking this position? I am campaigning for Elgin City Council because I want to help move Elgin forward. I will accomplish this by reinforcing public safety, improving city infrastructure, and bringing more programs for our Seniors and Veterans. For my entire adult life, I have been a public worker giving back to my Country as a US Marine, our State by being a former member of the Illinois Veterans Advisory Council, and our County by working at the Kane County State's [...]

    Name: Shanna F McKee Position for which you are a candidate: Village of East Dundee Trustee   Why are you seeking this position? I am seeking the position of the Village of East Dundee Trustee as a women, mom, wife and small business owner of the community. I believe that strong leadership is what East Dundee needs and I'm seeking this position to be a part of the decision-making process for not only the town but also the people of the community. As a resident of the community, I want to be able to be a part of [...]

    Name: Andrew Sauder Position for which you are a candidate: Village of East Dundee Trustee   Why are you seeking this position? My goal is to bring an unbiased resident perspective that represents neighbors, residents, and businesses in our village. What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this position? I design and art direct teams to create functional and beautiful products for a living and see this as something similar. I enjoy working as a team on solving problems and creating or improving complex systems. I'm not offended by harsh critiques and value the [...]

    Name: F. John Steffen Position for which you are a candidate: Elgin City Council   Why are you seeking this position? I want to continue my work in improving our essential services and how they are delivered, implement sustainable practices, improve the homeless situation and increase housing in the area. What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this position? I have always been involved in my neighborhood and community as an adult, have experience working in groups and accomplishing goals, and have a curiosity and long-term view What will be your highest priorities if [...]