Jennifer Barconi: Candidate Profile

Note: Answers provided have not been edited for grammar, misspellings or typos. In some instances, candidate claims that could not be immediately verified have been omitted. Jump to:BioKey IssuesQA Bio City: South ElginWebsite: Candidate did not respond.Office sought: South Elgin Village Board (4-year Terms)Age: 39Family: Married, 3 childrenOccupation: Director of SalesEducation: Elgin Community College United States Air Force-Aeromedical SpecialistCivic involvement: Appointed to the Kane County Mental Health Advisory Committee.Elected offices held: Candidate did not respond.Have you ever been arrested for or convicted of a crime? If yes, please explain: NoCandidate's Key Issues Key Issue 1 We need to analyze the current services and amenities to meet the needs of our Village and Residents.Key Issue 2 I have strong leadership skills. I want to keep traditional values but I will continue to strive for innovation and modern thinking.Key Issue 3 We need more transparency that results in better communication with residents.Questions Answers What makes you the best candidate for the job?As a 13 year resident of South Elgin, I have spent much of my life volunteering to make my community, church, and schools better. I was raised by parents who taught my sisters and I to work hard, be responsible, value the things we have, and give back whenever possible. As an Air Force Veteran, wife, mother, environmental steward, and community activist for Mental Illness and Disability??.I have the experience and a clear focus of South Elgin Village Board priorities. I have the leadership skills to lead us into a better future.Given the delicate balance between the need for revenue and over-taxing local businesses, what is your opinion of your community's present level of local sales taxes? Is the tax just right, too low or too high? Explain.We need to analyze and continue to proactively address the challenges of the business community.Talking with your friends and neighbors, what seems to be their biggest public safety concern? Explain the concern as you see it, and discuss how you think it should be addressed.In the aftermath of the Sandy Hook tragedy, I think several residents are worried about school safetyIn these tight economic times, municipal budgets have to be prioritized. Where, if anywhere, could the current budget be trimmed, and conversely, are there areas the budget does not give enough money to?I am an advocate for thoughtful economic and community development while promoting fiscal efficiencies.What's one good idea you have to better the community that no one is talking about yet?Implement fiber optic communication lines.