Lisa Guess: 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:BioQA Bio City: South ElginWebsite: Candidate did not respond.Office sought: South Elgin Village boardAge: 51Family: Married, one child, one grandsonOccupation: Sales Administration Specialist at United Laboratories, Inc., St. Charles, ILEducation: Candidate did not respond.Civic involvement: Candidate did not respond.Elected offices held: South Elgin Village Trustee 2003 - presentHave you ever been arrested for or convicted of a crime? If yes, please explain: NoQuestions Answers What makes you the best candidate for the job?The mix of diverse personalities and knowlegde of all of the trustees creates an excellent blend that works so well together. The trustees and village staff all work collectively, sharing ideas and listing to others for the betterment of the village. I truly enjoy being a part of this and look forward to the next four years of working for the Village of South Elgin and its residents.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.I feel the tax is just right, as we have businesses coming into South Elgin and no reports of any leaving due to high taxes.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.NoneIn 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?The Board and the staff work very closely to make sure that all areas of the budget are in line.What#146;s one good idea you have to better the community that no one is talking about yet?Candidate did not respond.