1. Fiscally Responsible Approach to our Village Finances

My record shows I am extremely fiscal responsible.  Keeping annual spending and tax levies as low as possible is a top priority.  I have supported 28 balanced budgets, a diversified tax and fee base, and I have fought to keep our tax levy down.  In fact, during the 2019 budget process with reserves well-funded, I proposed and found support of a 0% tax levy increase (no increase).  I do not believe we should ask the taxpayers of Mount Prospect for in increase in the tax levy when it is not needed at this time.

2.  Strong Life Safety Services

Maintaining a strong police, fire, and public works departments is a critical priority.   Life safety services are the most important services our Village government can provide to its citizens.   When you need an ambulance, a fire truck, or a police car to come quickly, there can be no compromise.

3.  Protecting our Residential Neighborhoods

Protecting the delicate fabric of our residential neighborhoods is extremely important to me.   I helped create the “Home Occupation” and “Commercial Vehicle” ordinances which were designed to keep commercial intrusions out of our residential neighborhoods.

4.  Economic Development and a Vital Business Community

I support redevelopment of downtown parcels such as the Prospect and Maple, the Small Triangle (20 West), Central and Main (former Central Plaza site).  However those developments must be of an appropriate scale and design for the surrounding area.

I also support expanding uses beyond “light industrial” in the Kensington Business Center as well as the redevelopment of Randhurst Village which was accomplished with no upfront tax giveaways by the Village.

5.  Annual Infrastructure Improvements

I have supported making annual improvements to roads, bridges, sewers, and water mains so that we do not let these Village assets fall into disrepair.   Allowing that to happen would cost us significantly more in the long run.