Submitted by johnzbesko on Sat, 03/07/2009 - 13:37
(Opening statement, League of Women Voters Evanston forum)
Like all the candidates running for an Evanston office, I have lived in Evanston for a long period of time, have been involved in the community and am eager and willing to serve you in elective office. I would like to take this opportunity to explain why I am a unique candidate for 7th ward alderman.
Submitted by johnzbesko on Tue, 03/03/2009 - 21:02
Since the issue of the the firefighters union endorsements has flared up, I would like to describe my interview with the director of the firefighters' PAC. I was eager to win their endorsement. I know several firefighters who are Evanston residents and I have coached some of their children and they have coached some of mine. I appreciate the major efforts they have made in helping elect Democratic candidates to county, state, and national office.
Submitted by johnzbesko on Sat, 02/28/2009 - 11:11
Dear friends and neighbors,
For me, running for alderman is the culmination of two decades of community involvement and professional development. I've prepared for this job and timed it in my life. I've taken leadership classes and have flexible hours from my employer. I've run a political organization and I have a public record as trustee of a property tax district.
Submitted by johnzbesko on Thu, 02/12/2009 - 10:02
At the Planning and Development Committee meeting February 9, a zoning change for 912-946 Pitner was introduced. The proposed change was from Industrial to Mixed Use, thus allowing someone to live in the area. Two protagonists appeared- someone who wished to develop a commercial condo in which someone could live in a loft-type residence and a very long-time business owner who was concerned about disruption to this industrial area.
Submitted by johnzbesko on Sat, 02/07/2009 - 19:10
In my blogs and speeches so far as candidate for alderman, I have emphasized my knowledge and experience, listing intellectual credentials and professional accomplishments. But I realize that a successful alderman must have a heart as well as mind (and both need to be connected to ears.) As I prepare myself to become a successful alderman, I realize I need people skills- navigating a spreadsheet is not enough.
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