Name: Laura Bedolla Position for which you are a candidate: Gail Borden Library Board   Why are you seeking this position? As a first generation daughter of Mexican immigrants, the library was a home away from home for my family and I. The library served as a place where all were welcomed to learn and have fun regardless of socioeconomic status, level of education, or career. The Gail Borden Public Library has always served an important and central role in my life as a safe haven. It was the place where I practiced my reading as I learned to [...]

  Name: Jean Bednar Position for which you are a candidate: Gail Borden Library Board   Why are you seeking this position? I am running for reelection so I can continue to serve our first-class library through board leadership and oversight, and be a voice in ensuring that GBPL continues to bring services of ALL kinds to its district patrons, as well as promoting literacy and a sense of community. Especially in times like these, leadership at the board level is important so that ALL people are served respectfully by their library, and information of ALL kinds is shared equitably [...]

  Name: Tiffany L Henderson Position for which you are a candidate: Gail Borden Library Board   Why are you seeking this position? As an incumbent, I love being a Trustee for the best library in Illinois and I care about its future growth and longevity. What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this position? I have been a Gail Borden Library Trustee for the last 6 years and was a member of the Gail Borden Library Foundation board prior to that. What will be your highest priorities if elected? My highest priority will be to [...]

  Name: Sergio Rodriguez Position for which you are a candidate: Elgin Community College 509 Board   Why are you seeking this position? I am running to maintain my seat on the Board of Trustees for the Community College District 509 because I am passionate about the role Elgin Community College plays in providing accessible and affordable education to a diverse student body. I believe that community colleges are the backbone of our communities, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth to individuals from all walks of life. ECC allowed me to grow personally and professionally as an adult learner, [...]