Name: Greg Lieser Position for which you are a candidate: South Elgin Trustee   Why are you seeking this position? I have a long history of volunteering in the community.  My desire to serve others and maintain excellence in municipal government are the main reasons I seek re-election.  What we, the Village Board, oversee affects the daily lives of our citizens and it is an honor for me to serve at this level.   What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this position? I have an accounting degree from NIU, passed the CPA examination and [...]

  Name: Cheryl Alopogianis Position for which you are a candidate: West Dundee Trustee   Why are you seeking this position? Faith, family & community are the three most important factors I live by. I love the community I live in and want to make sure that our levels of service are at the highest level. Many economic challenges are ahead for communities and I will work to ensure that planning for the future is a high priority. Currently West Dundee has the lowest effective tax rate for the region, and I plan on keeping it that way.   What [...]

  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 by bringing wider city hall transparency, reinforce public safety, and help bring more programs for our seniors and veterans. My entire adult life I have been a public worker giving back to my country (US Marines) and our county (Kane). Now, I want to give back to our beautiful city.   What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this position? [...]

  Name: Dan Wilbrandt Position for which you are a candidate: West Dundee Trustee   Why are you seeking this position? I have lived in West Dundee my entire life, and care about this community.  I was raised here, and now am raising my family here.  I would be honored to continue to serve as West Dundee Village Trustee.  I want to continue to be creative and calculated when it comes to community development but also reverse the course of the increasing financial burden of Village operations on the residents.   What experience and background do you have which qualifies [...]