2013 Election: Cristina M. Ruiz

Name: Cristina M. Ruiz

Position Sought: Frankfort Public Library Distric Trustee

Campaign Contact Information: cristina.ruiz@proforma.com

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

My biggest priority will be to continue to provide relevant programs, services and materials to our community in a fiscally responsible manner.

Home Address: 

133 Walnut Street
Frankfort, IL 60423

Family Members:

Mark Adams (47) spouse
Elliott Adams (16) son
Nina Adams (14) daughter
Max Adams (11) son
Norah Adams (7) daughter

Education: 

Masters of Science (MS) Medical Genetics - University of Wisconsin - Madison 1991
Bachelors of Science (BS) Biology summa cum laude- Purdue University 1989

Current Occupation and Employer:

Advocate Christ Medical Center - Genetic Cancer Risk Assessment Program Coordinator - Licensed Genetic Counselor
Maternal Fetal Medicine Consultants of Illinois - Genetic Counselor Consultant
Frankfort Public Library District Trustee - Treasurer
KidsWork Childrens' Museum - Volunteer Development 2009-2011

Political Party Affiliation: The FPLD Trustee position is non-partisan.

Why are you seeking office?

I believe the library is part of the foundation of our community. It is a place of information, both digital and traditional. But, it is also a place to gather with others to learn, meet, work and socialize. Currently we are in the midst of a digital transformation. As a current FPLD board member I have worked with my colleagues to balance our adoption and utilization of new technology while providing relevent programs and usable space for our community. I hope to continue to work passionately with my colleagues to keep our library as a place of relevance within our community.

What sets you apart from the other candidates?

I have been an active member of the Frankfort community for over 16 years. As I raise my four children here I am vested in this community. As a current member of the FPLD board and as treasurer I have worked with my colleagues to reduce the tax levy for the last two years. With the positive balance in the general fund I look forward to work on updating the physical space of the library interially.

If elected, what changes would you work toward within the library district?

What are the strengths of this library district?

The FPLD is a wonderful repository of information. However, its greatest strength lies in the talented, educated and creative librarians and staff who continue to act as a resource and guide for patrons and students. A professional with a personal touch is always available to help. The librarians and staff provide wonderful educational programs and bring downtown quality programming to adults and children. The staff continue to adapt and evolve to adopt new technologies and make them available to our community.

What areas of the district are most in need of improvement?

We need to continue to work on our physical space. As less space will be required in the future for traditional materials our library will continue to grow as a space for people to gather, work, attend programs, meetings and classes and socialize. We need to provide these resources in a fiscally responsible manner.