Vernon Township Democrats
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Lincolnshire, IL. Tues. Jan. 13, 2009
Vernon Dems Announce Slate to Challenge Incumbents At their first ever township caucus, the Vernon Township Democrats enthusiastically endorsed a full slate of candidates for all Township offices Tuesday night in Lincolnshire. For the first time in many years, the Vernon Democrats are prepared to challenge the incumbents, some of whom have been in the same position for 30 years. "It's time to replace the stale, entrenched system with a more responsive township government that is run efficiently, effectively, and transparently,” said Sam Flint, Democratic nominee for township Supervisor. Flint, a professor of public administration and long-time Buffalo Grove resident went on to say, “”Most people forget about the important role that townships can play in improving the lives of seniors, youth, and those struggling with the economic downturn. We need 21st century township government, to help solve real problems, manage its finances responsibly, and act with integrity and openness.” Sounding a similar tone, Peter Hopkins of Riverwoods and candidate for Township Assessor stated, “We believe that the township government can work for all its citizens and with everyone willing to pitch-in together, we can deal successfully with this difficult economy”. Priorities identified by the Democratic slate for the April 7th election include transportation and job issues, health services, expanding senior and youth activities, government modernization and transparency, and a complete fiscal review. The Democrats stressed holding the line on property tax hikes and containing government costs through improved township government management. Nominated for office were: Township Supervisor, Sam Flint; Township Assessor, Peter Hopkins, MAI; Township Clerk, Glenn Stier; Road District Highway Commissioner, Michael Lofstrom, and Trustees Phil Hirsh, Cassandra Horvath, Akrom Hossain, and Marla Sundh. Contacts Steve Rosenzweig, Chairman Vernon Township Democrats, PO Box 5551 Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 democrat10@att.net 847-452-7781 Glenn Stier, 847-903-7252 gstier@comcast.net |
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