Jean Sency Jean Sency (Submitted) Political party: Democrat Office sought: County Commissioner Age: 63 City of residence: Madison List campaign websites and/or campaign social media accounts: sencyforcommissioner.com Occupation: retired Employer: United Way of Lake County (retired) Elected office experience: Madison School Board Non-elected experience (boards, organizations, etc.): Laketran Board member for 8 years, Board member of Lake County Free Clinic. My career with UW experience, working with a network of our health and human services partners. Working with our corporate partners to engage them with our community and the needs, to inspire them to want to give back to the community in which they live and work in. Education: Madison High School Graduate Should you be elected, what are three specific areas you’d like to change, address, improve or further research, and how specifically would you go about it?: Infrastructure Improvement: Plan: Use funding from the Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act to upgrade roads, bridges, and utilities. How: Work closely with local contractors and labor unions to ensure projects are executed by local workers, which will boost the local economy. I will establish transparent timelines and budget tracking to keep the public informed. Affordable Housing: Plan: Address the underbuilt housing crisis by expanding affordable housing options in both urban and rural parts of the county. How: Partner with developers and nonprofit organizations to incentivize new affordable housing projects, particularly for middle- and lower-income families. I’ll advocate for zoning adjustments that enable the development of multi-family homes while ensuring these projects are sustainable and meet community needs. Economic Development: Plan: Foster small business growth and workforce development in Lake County to strengthen the local economy. How: Develop small business grants and loan programs, encourage entrepreneurship, and create public-private partnerships for workforce training programs. I will also work to attract tech and green energy companies to diversify the job market. Each of these areas is essential to improving quality of life and creating long-term prosperity for the community. Whether for past accomplishments or future goals, why should voters elect you?: Voters should elect me because of my deep commitment to the community, experience, and vision for the future. Proven Experience: With 18 years of service at United Way of Lake County, I’ve worked hands-on to address critical issues like education, poverty, and health. This experience has given me the practical knowledge and leadership skills needed to bring people together to solve complex problems. Community-Centered Vision: I am a lifelong resident of Lake County, and I understand the unique challenges and strengths of our community. My goals focus on improving infrastructure, addressing housing needs, and supporting local workers and businesses. These are the issues I hear about from residents, and I’m ready to champion solutions that will directly benefit our county. Dedication to Results: I believe in accountability and transparency. I have a track record of delivering on initiatives and seeing projects through to completion. If elected, I’ll ensure taxpayer dollars are spent wisely, and that progress is measurable and visible to all residents. My future vision for Lake County is rooted in practical solutions that improve the lives of every resident, and my past accomplishments demonstrate that I can deliver on that promise.