Name: Dave Smith
Position Sought: Frankfort Township Trustee
Campaign Contact Information:
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20018 S. Graceland Lane
Frankfort, Ill.
60423
815-469-0764
coachsmitty10@gmail.com
What will be your single most important priority if you get elected?
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I want to make sure that the township's tax levy does not increase at all.
Home Address:
20018 S. Graceland Lane
Frankfort, Ill.
60423
Family Members:
I have two daughters, Jennifer and Melissa.
Education:
I took classes for two years at the University of Hawaii while serving in the Navy
Current Occupation and Employer:
I work for the Illinois Department of Transportation in the Bureau of Traffic's South Side Sign Shop.
I am a 25-year member of the AFLCIO/AFT-IFT.
Political Party Affiliation: Republican
Why are you seeking office?
While serving as Frankfort Township trustee, I have become particularly aware of the people's needs.
If residents want a crosswalk in a certain location or are concerned about the devastation caused by the Emerald Ash Borer, they can come to me, and I will do everything possible to help. I want to improve the day-to-day quality of life in Frankfort Township.
What sets you apart from the other candidates?
During the past 10 years, I have served as chairman of the township's senior citizen committee. In that role, I have called Bingo games, accompanied the group when they take trips and have supported the Meals on Wheels program.
I also created and financed the township's Yellow Ribbon Campaign, a way for residents to signify they want the troops to return home.
In 2007, I established a local chapter of Cell Phones for Soliders, a program designed to give the military the means to telephone home.
I am here to serve.
In your opinion, what are the primary challenges facing the township?
Additional affordable senior housing is needed in Frankfort Township.
How will you address those challenges?
I will seek the necessary funds to provide more senior housing.
If elected, what will be your philosophy as a member of the township board?
I will always put township residents first while continuing to be fiscally responsible.
Please add any other information pertinent to your campaign.
I am a 17-year member of St. Anthony's parish in Frankfort, a volunteer for the Adopt-A-Highway Program and a volunteer for the Frankfort Township Food Pantry.
I also have been a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose for the past 10 years, and am a former school board member and youth baseball coach.
I also am proud to have served in the U.S. Navy for 12 years.
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