Suburban Republicans push bid for MWRD board seats
Arlene Kasper Alan Lynn and Joe Figueroa Edgington campaign to join nine member Metropolit an Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago where Democrats hold all seats since 1932. They argue for broader suburban representation and vow to curb property taxes while boosting district revenue through higher fees for illegal dumping. Incumbents Gardner O'Brien and Yourell defend Deep Tunnel plans and R D oversight.
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Arlene Kasper
Alan Lynn
Joe Figueroa Edgington
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Joe Gardner
Terrence O’brien
Chicago
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Kasper
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Metropolitan Water
Lamation
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Cook County
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Lynn
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Gardner
Cook County Recorder of Deeds
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Orr seeks second term as Cook County clerk amid mayoral speculation
Incumbent Democrat David Orr campaigns on fiscal responsibility and improved service while Republican challenger Edward Howlett accuses him of delaying to run for Chicago mayor. Howlett pledges faster service, better technology. Orr cites millions returned to county coffers and enhanced training. Both argue over office modernization and election efficiency.
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David Orr
Edward Howlett
Orr
Chicago
Richard M. Daley
Howlett
Michael J. Howlett
Illinois
Ed Howlett
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