Kathy, Gary and Chris share my goals for our park district. Chris is running for her first term. Gary and Kathy were elected to the board in 2011, and in that time we have made dramatic improvements to how the park district operates.
The District's financial position is now strong. Program revenues have increased, headcount and expenses have been reduced, the operating budget is balanced and our bond rating has been raised.
Six years ago I struggled to get clear answers on the construction costs and contractual problems with the Ackerman center, and before that the plans for Ackerman Woods. Vowing to correct this, Kathy and Gary helped to make our District a leader in transparency. Last year we won the "Sunshine Award" from the Illinois Policy Institute, one of the first park districts to do so.
We want to continue on this record and our focus on maintaining and improving our parks and natural areas. Chris brings to the board her experience as a long-time Glen Ellyn resident and volunteer in many groups, including as a past president of Citizens for Glen Ellyn Preservation.
You can learn more about Kathy, Gary and Chris at http://cornellmayowilson.com. I encourage you to join me in voting for them on April 7. Early voting starts Monday, March 23 at the Glen Ellyn Civic Center. Voting hours are Monday - Friday from 8:30 am - 7:30 pm and Saturdays from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.
This is a contested election, and we need your help! Please send me an email if you would like to take a yard sign or pass out literature.
Thank You,
Melissa Creech
