Return to Candidate Questionnaire NAME: TERRY GAVIN POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE A CANDIDATE: Elgin City Council 1.  Why are you seeking this position? The main reason I’m seeking another term on the Elgin City Council is to continue the success that we’ve experienced over the past four years. Having served one term in the 1990s and coming back to serve this term has given me a singularly unique perspective, showing me just how far our city has progressed. We have risen from the ashes, like the Phoenix of ancient mythology. I love being a citizen-advocate and feel that my [...]

Return to Candidate Questionnaire NAME: Arnold J. Klehm POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE A CANDIDATE: Rutland Township Clerk 1.  Why are you seeking this position? I feel that it is time for me to give back to the community. 2.  What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this position? I have an MM in Accounting and Finance from the Kellogg Graduate School of Management, as well as experience in corporate and volunteer organizations, and so have a solid background in governance, accounting and financial controls. I have been involved with the operations of family businesses, and currently [...]

Return to Candidate Questionnaire NAME: Kathleen Rendl POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE A CANDIDATE: Rutland Township Clerk 1.  Why are you seeking this position? I believe I can improve the functioning capability of this office by increasing the implementation of technology, by enhancing communication, and by augmenting the current organization of the office to better serve the residents of Rutland Township, the Supervisor, Road Commissioner and Trustees. 2.  What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this position? I was the Vice President of a residential construction and land development firm for over 22 years. I have worked [...]