2013 Election: Bill Carlson

Name: Bill Carlson

Position Sought: Frankfort Township Highway Commissioner

Campaign Contact Information: 

10821 Ashford Ave.
Frankfort, Ill.
60423

What will be your single most important priority if you get elected?

This spring, the Frankfort Township Highway Department will launch its first in-house street sweeping program.
Over the next few months, I will be determing the routes and cleaning schedule for the new equipment. Like the branch pick-up and leaf collection programs, this effort will make the area a more attractive place.

Home Address: 

10821 Ashford Ave.
Frankfort, Ill.
60423

Family Members:

I have a mother, brother and sister who live in Will County.

Education: 

Lincoln-Way High School class of 1978

Current Occupation and Employer:

Frankfort Township Highway Commissioner

Political Party Affiliation: Republican

Why are you seeking office?

After I first was elected, I began initiatives to upgrade the township's road system and improve the sidewalks. When Will County banned the burning of landscape waste, I began the township's first leaf collection program.
If reelected, I would like to continue the work of the past 12 years while also expanding services for residents.

What sets you apart from the other candidates?

I am an experienced highway commissioner who understands the duties of the office.
Over the years, I have developed important relationships with the leaders of other nearby communities. We work together on a single goal: to better serve the public.

In your opinion, what are the primary challenges facing the township?

I must find ways to deliver the same or better services while spending less of the taxpayers' money.

How will you address those challenges?

I must continue to streamline operations.

If elected, what will be your philosophy as a member of the township board? 

As a group, we must continue to do more with less.

Please add any other information pertinent to your campaign.

I truly enjoy serving as Frankfort Township Highway Commissoner, and my crew and I are honored to serve the public.