Name: Tish Powell POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE A CANDIDATE: Elgin City Council Why are you seeking this position? I am seeking a third term on the Elgin City Council to ensure that Elgin remains a great place to live, work, play, do business and raise a family. I have a record that demonstrates that I serve the interests of our diverse community. I have fought for accountable, long-term financial management, which has allowed us to maintain a flat general property tax levy for several years. Most important, I am a critical thinker who is not afraid to ask the [...]

Name: Carol Rauschenberger POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE A CANDIDATE: Elgin Mayor Why are you seeking this position? Research says that successful cities are “intentional,” in other words, they have a clear vision and a plan on how to evolve. Elgin needs a bolder vision to leverage its unique assets to attract businesses and residents alike. That takes pro-active planning, leadership and community consensus. I bring a different leadership style and perspective to the community. As mayor I will listen and learn from the citizens to proactively solve problems. I have six areas of focus that are described in my [...]

Name: Kathleen Mahony POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE A CANDIDATE: East Dundee Trustee Why are you seeking this position? Our homes and the communities we live in are the biggest investment we make culturally, personally and financially. I want to maintain or improve our community culturally and personally, while at the least maintaining and ideally improving our home values. After 6 years, being appointed to the Village Board and Planning & Zoning Committee across 3 administrations, I have found my voice and most importantly my ear in dealing with adversity, change and challenges from residents, board members, developers in moving [...]

Name: Jeff Lynam POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE A CANDIDATE: East Dundee Trustee Why are you seeking this position? I want to be part of the effort to improve my town and the lives of my neighbors. I want to continue to help expand the reputation of East Dundee as not only a wonderful place to live and do business, but as a town to be emulated by others. What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this position? I have been elected to three previous terms as a Village Trustee. I also have Bachelor's degrees in [...]