Name: Brenda Rodgers Position for which you are a candidate: Elgin Township Supervisor   Why are you seeking this position? To put the help back in the hands of our residents who may need general or emergency assistance or any of the other services the office provides.  To make sure taxpayers money is not spent on late fees, penalties and interest by paying the bills on time. I will follow up with vendors that want to do business with the township and will not allow deceiving letters to be mailed to our residents that I did not check. Customer [...]

  Name: Christine Birkett Position for which you are a candidate: School District 300 Board   Why are you seeking this position? I am seeking a position on the D300 board of education because of my sincere interest in public education and our community. As a parent of an elementary school student, I feel that I would provide representation on the school board for parents who are at the start of their child’s education and who have a vested interest in the district’s ability to evolve over time to offer students a quality education. A single-issue focus is not driving [...]

  Name: Mark Stephen Bialek Position for which you are a candidate: Elgin Township Supervisor   Why are you seeking this position? I am running for Elgin Township Supervisor because over my past five years in Elgin as Program Director and Morning Show host at WRMN AM 1410/96.7 FM in Elgin I have been building strong relationships with local leaders and residents which has helped me understand how many aspects of our local government operate while helping me establish the knowledge and credibility necessary to be considered for the position. I have also gained knowledge of many of our community's [...]

  Name: Richard Ahrens Position for which you are a candidate: Dundee Township Trustee   Why are you seeking this position? I have always had an interest in local politics, but the demand of my career as a Public Works Superintendent always prevented me from being involved. After my retirement I felt the need to continue serving the public.   What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this position? I have 40 years experience in municipalities. I thought I could share this knowledge with the Township. I feel I have also gained considerable more knowledge on [...]