Patrick O'Brien: 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: WayneWebsite: Candidate did not respond.Twitter: Candidate did not respond.Facebook: Candidate did not respond.Office sought: Wayne Trustee Age: 35Family: Married with two children.Occupation: Equipment Manager, technician/freelancerEducation: Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theater Design and Technologies from Northern Illinois University.Civic involvement: Volunteer for community activities through Wayne Historic Preservation Society and Wayne/Dupage Hunt Club.Elected offices held: Candidate did not respond.Questions Answers What makes you the best candidate for the job?I am eager to support the preservation and history of the village of Wayne that many residents hold dear, and provide all residents a voice and platform on which to be heard.What is your opinion of your community's present level of local sales and property taxes? Is the tax just right, too low or too high? Explain.There is a divide in this village wherein some residents are paying a higher property tax than necessary, while others are taxed a fair amount.Rate the efficiency of your town's police and fire coverage. Are the departments well prepared for the next decade? What, if anything, should be changed? Do you have specific public safety concerns?Our public safety coverage is currently efficient, but safety is an ongoing, evolving battle. It is crucial we continue to adapt to the changing needs of residential safety.Where, if anywhere, could the current budget be trimmed, and conversely, are there areas the budget does not give enough money to?When bidding on services, we need to be diligent about receiving multiple quotes and doing adequate research in order to make an informed decision based on the village needs and priorities.What is one good idea you have to better the community that no one is talking about yet?I would like to increase awareness and promote growth in different clubs, organizations and activities that take place within the village to provide a deeper sense of community.What other issues, if any, are important to you as a candidate for this office?There is a need to embrace the small town charm of Wayne and preserve the heritage of the village. It is crucial to provide protection and safety to all residents. In addition, it is imperative to collaborate with all village board members and committees to keep a balanced budget while maintaining our infrastructure and providing growth within the village needs.Please name one current leader who most inspires you.Bob IgerWhat is the biggest lesson you learned at home growing up?To be open minded and listen to othersIf life gave you one do-over, what would you spend it on?I would like to be even more outgoingWhat was your favorite subject in school and how did it help you in later life?Math, as it is a tool I use every day.If you could give your children only one piece of advice, what would it be?Never stop imagining.