Friday, March 29, 2013
Five people running for seats on the Orland Fire Protection District Board of Trustees share their opinions on how to establish a budget that allows firefighters to work effectively, while not overburdening taxpayers.
The following question was asked of all the candidates running for the Orland Fire Protection District Board of Trustees in our Patch questionnaire. Answers are listed in the order they were received. How do you propose keeping a tighter budget that lessens the burden on taxpayers, while giving staff the tools to do their job, especially with Orland’s aging population? John Brudnak I believe the current board has enacted some measures to control escalating costs, however, I believe my past experience would be valuable to the Board of Trustees and the taxpayers for fiscal responsibility. All taxing bodies face tough times with the state of the economy, but that does not mean that more cannot be done. We have to justify our current costs …
Thursday, March 28, 2013
The four running for a place on the Orland Park Village Board of Trustees offer their views on how plans should proceed with the Main Street Triangle in our Patch election questionnaire.
The following question was asked of all candidates running for the Orland Park Village Board of Trustees. Answers are listed in the order they were received. Construction has begun on the Main Street Triangle. With units within the Ninety 7 Fifty apartment complex soon to be opened, what else should be built or established within the triangle area to ensure the extensive investment will be worthwhile? John Fotopoulos Let me start by stating I do not support the decision to build almost 300 apartments in the Main Street development. With that said, the remainder of the development should concentrate on attracting high end restaurants and specialty stores to cater to all the residents of Orland Park. Brad O’Halloran Given the walkability of …
Incumbents and newcomers are mixing it up, as six vie for four spots on the seven-member board of education.
Six candidates are vying for four, four-year spots on the seven-member CCSD 146 Board of Education. Newcomer Vince Aiello joins incumbents John Carey, Denis Ryan and Julie Jackson, running as "4 for the Future of 146." Incumbent Amy Connolly and newcomer Tim Frederickson run together as "Planning for Progress." CCSD 146 serves 2,400 kingergarten through eighth-grade students among its five schools: Central Middle School, Fierke Education Center, Fulton School, Kruse Education Center and Memorial School. Dr. Jeff Stawick is superintendent. The seven-member school board meets monthly. Early voting begins March 25. Election Day is April 9. Join Patch! Create a free user account and join the discussion: You'll be subscribed to the free …
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Ricardo Fernandez is running for the Moraine Valley Community College District 524 Board of Trustees.
Position Sought Moraine Valley Community College District 524 Board of Trustees Campaign Contact Information Citizens for Ricardo A. Fernandez P.O. Box 150 Palos Park, IL 60464-0150 (708) 341-2357 fernandez23@usa.net Hometown Orland Park Family Members Gina M. Fernandez, wife. Education Moraine Valley Community College, 1987, Associate in Science University of Illinois at Chicago, 1989, Bachelor of Science University of Indianapolis, 1992, Master of Health Science Nova Southeastern University, 2007, PhD Current Occupation and Employer Working as a physical therapist for 24 years Former full-time professor at Northwestern University 2002-2006 Adjunct faculty at Governors State University, Morton College, and Oakton Community College …
The eight hopefuls looking to win a seat on Orland School District 135’s Board of Education in April share their thoughts on how the board can approach staff issues in our election questionnaire.
The following question was asked of all candidates running for a seat on the Orland School District 135 Board of Education. Answers are listed in the order they were received. Over the last two years there have been a few sudden staffing changes, including the demotion of Melanie Walsh and putting in an interim superintendent while paying the former superintendent’s salary. Given legal and salary costs involved, should the board consider other means of addressing employee issues, and if so what would you do if elected or re-elected to do so? Michael Carroll Yes. I can’t help but think that the majority of the current board has made decisions contrary to prudent legal advice, and without thinking about their legal and financial consequences…
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
John Schiera is running for the Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees in the April election.
Position Sought Moraine Valley Community College District Board of Trustees Campaign Contact Information Facebook: Elect John Schiera Hometown Palos Park Family Members Andrew Schiera, son; Natalie Schiera, daughter Education University of Illinois, 1983 Current Occupation and Employer Landscape Architect, self-employed Political Party Affiliation Independent Why are you seeking the position? To insure the students are offered the best education, utmost career opportunities and finest learning environment. And to assure the administration is fiscally responsible and accountable. What will be your single most important priority if you get elected? Keep a diligent watch over the wellness center's construction costs and schedule. And assure …
Sarah Wagner is running for the Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees in the April election.
Position Sought Moraine Valley Community College District Board of Trustees, District 524 Campaign Contact Information n/a Hometown Palos Hills Family Members Husband: Eugene Wagner Children: Sarah, Matthew, and Susan Education St. Xavier University, B.S. Clinical and Counseling Psychology Current Occupation and Employer I was a fitness instructor in the Southwest Suburbs for 30 years. Political Party Affiliation None. Why are you seeking the position? As a current member of the Board of Trustees at Moraine Valley Community College, I am committed to helping maintain the growth and excellent reputation of Moraine Valley Community College. I would like to be re-elected and continue to serve the community as its representative to the Board. …
Last week, a call went out to Orland Park residents denouncing Moraine Valley board candidate John Schiera for arrests, as well as Brad O’Halloran for endorsing him. Schiera said the call was “unfair” and all charges against him were dropped.
A campaign robo call went out last week detailing the arrest record of Palos Park-based architect John Schiera, who is running for the Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees in April, and also targeted Orland Park trustee Brad O’Halloran for endorsing him. The call featured a woman talking who described four misdemeanor arrests, two of which were domestic battery charges, against Schiera. Though according to the Chicago Tribune, all four were dropped when witnesses didn’t show for court hearings. People who received the call said it ends with “paid for by,” but is cut off before a name is said. “The bottom line is you can charge anyone with anything,” Schiera said in response to the robo call. “In each one of those cases, when …
Find out how you can beat the crowds and place your vote before April 9.
Voting has begun for the 2013 spring election. If you are registered to vote, stop by Orland Township between now and April 6. What: Early Voting 2013 Spring Election When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday until April 6. Where: Orland Township Administrative Offices, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., Orland Park Bring: A photo ID, including a driver's license, passport, college ID, state ID card or any other government-issued ID with a photo. On Monday, 90 people stopped by Orland Township to vote, according to the Cook County Clerk's Office. Find out other suburban Cook County locations that are holding early voting. Looking for more election stories? - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - There are plenty of ways to keep up on local news:
Monday, March 25, 2013
Patch's guide to the 2013 local election on Tuesday, April 9, including candidate biographies and issue stances, voting information, polling locations and more.
Larry Moran
9:31 pm on Sunday, March 31, 2013
Its silly because the contract starts by saying zero tolerance, but than writes an exception for alcohol. Isn't that silly? Zero should be zero, no exceptions. I don't think anyone should work with alcohol or drugs running though them. And please...call me Larry. more ›