The LWV of the Elgin Area sometimes sends questions to all candidates certified in an election. Candidates may or may not respond, all responses can be found here. All candidates are listed in alphabetical order. Updates may occur as responses are received.

November 2022 General Election Questionnaire from Illinois Senate District 25 Candidate Karina Villa

Name: Karina Villa Position for which you are a candidate: Illinois Senate District 25   Why are you seeking this position? I am seeking re-election to the state senate because I believe there is more work to be done. We have accomplished so much in the last few years alone with passing several balanced budgets, reducing our $17 billion bill backlog from Governor Rauner's budget impasse all while increasing our funding towards education, making crucial investments in our infrastructure, and passing much needed ethics reform to address corruption that plagues our state. I was particularly proud of our efforts to [...]

By |2022-09-21T15:10:43-05:00September 21st, 2022|

November 2022 General Election Questionnaire from Kane County Board District 17 Candidate Jon F. Hahn

Name: Jon F. Hahn Position for which you are a candidate: Kane County Board District 17   Why are you seeking this position? I seek the position of County Board Member because it is the duty of every citizen to contribute what they can to the betterment of the community. When I became aware to the fact the county board seat in this district was not being contested, I decided to step up and put myself forward for the position. The people of this district deserve a choice on the ballot and I felt duty-bound to give them that opportunity. [...]

By |2022-09-21T15:09:28-05:00September 21st, 2022|

November 2022 General Election Questionnaire from Kane County Board District 16 Candidate Ted Penesis

Name: Ted Penesis Position for which you are a candidate: Kane County Board District 16   Why are you seeking this position? An area resident for over 20 years, I had many choices on where to live, and Kane County immediately felt like home. I love living here and this unique opportunity will allow me to give back for all I have received as a resident of this community. Like many government entities, Kane County will be facing some daunting fiscal challenges in the coming years. I want to be a part of the decision-making process and be certain our [...]

By |2022-09-21T15:08:31-05:00September 21st, 2022|

November 2022 General Election Questionnaire from Illinois Representative District 66 Candidate Suzanne Ness

Name: Suzanne Ness Position for which you are a candidate: Illinois Representative District 66   Why are you seeking this position? I initially ran for state representative because I believed we needed better leaders who looked out for everyone’s interests, not just their own. And since being elected I have seen so many positive changes by working with other local leaders to problem solve, plan, and respond to issues like the pandemic. But there is more work to be done, and that is why I am running for re-election. I believe in the potential of our State and our district. [...]

By |2022-09-21T15:07:21-05:00September 21st, 2022|
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