Elect Richard L. Dunn Democratic Candidate for DuPage County Board Offering A Better Way for the 4th District and DuPage County

• Testimonials and Honors...
  
  • "...The better choice is Dunn..."
    Daily Herald endorsemtnt 10/23.
  • "Richard Dunn has exhibited the finest qualities of character in his conduct in all situations, cultivating a positive atmosphere of honesty, trust, and respect." (From a Village resolution recognizing 13 years of public service.)
    — Glen Ellyn Village Board Resolution No. 04-02; January, 2004
  • "Richard Dunn named Person of Character at an award ceremony for service to the community."
    — Glen Ellyn Character Coalition Award; October, 2004
  • "...Richard Dunn really understands that the package of municipal services are helpful to people, and he does a good job of communicating that..."
    — Chicago Tribune; January 14, 2004
  • "For dedicated services to the business community..." (From an official EDC proclamation.)
    — Glen Ellyn Economic Development Corporation; November, 2003
  • Rich's longstanding ties to the community, strong background and innovative ideas position him well for the fall campaign. Dunn combines a pro-business perspective ... with pro-property owner and resident measures ... Rich Dunn offers voters a real choice for County Board District 4 in November.
    — Hiram Wurf's www.wurfwhile.com DuPage Political Blog
  • "[Richard and Jane Dunn's] need to help knows no boundaries..." (From an article regarding their medical and construction volunteer work in Mission trips to Central America.)
    — Daily Herald; November 23, 2004
  • "...Voters looking for a change should consider Richard L. Dunn..."
    — Daily Herald Editorial; March 31, 2005
 
• Education and Career...
  • M.S. in Education with major in Economics and studies in Urban Development.
  • Urban Planner (public/private since 1971).
  • Member, American Institute of Certified Planners.
  • Licensed Illinois Realtor.
  • Served 20 years in the US Military (Air Force 3+ and Army National Guard 17+).

    For 33 years I worked as a planner for cities and counties. I conducted or assisted with numerous public meetings and technical committees. I prepared reports, agreements, and minutes for action by boards and commissions. I heard opposing views on a variety of topics, assisted in bringing forth a consensus, and prepared final reports and summary recommendations that reflected the input.
     
    I have learned — and offer — A Better Way which includes the value of looking at issues from many view points. Local government should be forward-looking and have a concern for those who are less able, poor, aged, or who have special needs. Local government should live within its means. Planning for the future should include financial reserves, expanded opportunities for all citizens, and creating the possibility for positive growth.

• Volunteer and Personal...
  • Active member of the Kiwanis of Central DuPage, the Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce, the First United Methodist Church, the Warming Center team and others.
  • Chairman of the Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce Community Appearance Committee and organized efforts to clean stream banks in central Illinois.
  • Member of Volunteers In Mission in Central America and in New Orleans, where medical and construction teams help those in need and build and repair shelters.
  • Volunteer in the greater Chicago area with DuPage PADS, the Glen Ellyn Warming Center and the Marcy Newberry Association.
  • As a member of the Illinois Army National Guard, assisted during floods and other emergencies.

Richard and his wife, Jane, have lived in Glen Ellyn since 1992.

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