Jimmie Delgado: Candidate Profile

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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:BioQA Bio City: OswegoWebsite: www.electjimmied.comOffice sought: Waubonsee Community College School Board Age: 32Family: Wife- Tara, 3 children- 3-8, 2 girls, 1 boyOccupation: ControllerEducation: AS- Waubonsee '03, BA Accounting- Aurora University, MBA '16- Aurora UniversityCivic involvement: Treasurer- Aurora Noon Lions, Joseph Corporation, Bridging the Gap of Aurora, Inc. Volunteer Old Post PTAElected offices held: 2003- Student TrusteeQuestions Answers With enrollment up at my many community colleges, it can be challenging to keep pace as far as available classroom/lab space, the number of qualified teachers and available course work options. How would you manage that?Maximize all possible resources available to the college. When these avenues are exhaused I would recommend partnerships with local schools and government organizations.Are you currently employed by or retired from a school district, if so, which one? Is any member of your direct family - spouse, child or child-in-law - employed by the school district where you are seeking a school board seat?No. No.Is a tax rate increase needed and, if so, how do you justify it?Not to my knowledge. However, the services provided by the college are crucial to a brighter future in our communities. All paths to fiscal sustainability must be considered. Accountability to taxpayers is paramount.Community colleges provide many services to a diverse population. Is there a service your college should be providing that it is not, or reaching a segment of the population that it is not?With the reinviorgation of the manufacturing sector in the US, I think there is an opportunityfor the college in creating an incubator or providing services and training to start-ups. This could be a possible revenue source for the community and great public relations for the college.What do you think of President Obama's proposal for offering two years of free community college education?The propoal is a noble. There must be assurances that those who sieze this opportunity are accountable and not simply taking advantage of a subsidized program.What other issues, if any, are important to you as a candidate for this office?Candidate did not respond.Please name one current leader who most inspires you.Pope FrancisWhat's the biggest lesson you learned at home growing up?There is no replacement for hard work.If life gave you one do-over, what would you spend it on?I would spend more time with my family, especially my shildren,What was your favorite subject in school and how did it help you in later life?Social studies helped me understand different people, the challenges they face, and creative problem-solving.If you could give your children only one piece of advice, what would it be?Laugh, love, and give often.