Name: Enoch Essendrop Position for which you are a candidate: Gail Borden Library Board   Why are you seeking this position? My family loves the library. We utilize it religiously. We have first-class facilities and faculty at the Gail Borden Library, and I would like to ensure that it continues to be so for future generations. What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this position? I am twenty-five years old, married with three children and awaiting the birth of our baby girl in July. I own a beautiful little home on the northeast side surrounded [...]

  Name: Karin Jones Position for which you are a candidate: Elgin City Council   Why are you seeking this position? I think community apathy and lack of engagement are creating a false sense of priorities among some current council members. Some current council members send messages to our community that create trust issues and divisiveness. This leadership style is detrimental to our community, image, and progress.  The reality is that lacking the ability to gather consensus and collaborate productively will continue to hold Elgin back. As a Council member, I aspire always to work to improve, collaborate & enhance [...]

    Name: Rose Martinez Position for which you are a candidate: Elgin City Council   Why are you seeking this position? I still have a lot to offer to Elgin. I want to continue supporting several pending initiatives and get those items to the finish line. I know that I am an accurate representation of everyone in Elgin. I vote fairly and with my conscience, knowing that it might not always be the popular vote, but I value the community and its feedback tremendously. I have a track record that shows my ability to work with everyone, even when [...]

    Name: Norma Grathoff Position for which you are a candidate: Gail Borden Library Board   Why are you seeking this position? I want to be a part of the leadership that guides this invaluable community resource. while serving as a good steward of the tax dollars that makes the operation of Gail Borden library possible. This library plays an important role in supporting our community's  education and literacy. It provides meaningful and fun activities through its diverse programs, -all at no cost- for every resident in our community. What experience and background do you have which qualifies you [...]