Local Democrats Nominate Page for State Senate, Renz for State Rep

Posted by Wheeling Township Democrats on May 15, 2012 in Press Releases

David Page for State Senate

Curt Renz for State Representative

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ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL – May 15, 2012 – Led by the Wheeling Township Democrats, local Democrats recently met to nominate two new Democratic candidates: David Page for State Senate (27th district) and Curt Renz for State Representative (53rd district). Both are competing against incumbent conservative Republicans with Page taking on Matt Murphy and Renz running versus David Harris.

“We need an economy that works. Both David Page and Curt Renz are well-suited to tackle this #1 issue given their financial and business acumen and long history of serving our communities and our nation,” said Sue Walton, Palatine Township Democratic Committeewoman. “They both realize realize common sense solutions that work for middle class families are much more important than the GOP’s recent spate of do-nothing partisan hot air.”

“Unfortunately, at this critical time in our state’s history Republicans like Matt Murphy are more worried about getting quotes in the newspaper than they are in working out bipartisan solutions. Murphy is the GOP’s chief budget guy but hasn’t even bothered to put any legislative ideas on the table for discussion,” said Renee Shapiro, Wheeling Township Democrats membership co-chair. “Meanwhile, the GOP also has a bunch of staunch social conservatives like Dave Harris who are so far out of the mainstream they’re going around sponsoring right-wing legislation to dictate women’s health instead of focusing on what’s important like jobs.”

Page grew up in the district and graduated from Hersey High School and Northern Illinois University. He is a professional financial advisor and local business owner of Page Financial Advisors. He is also currently the President of Arlington Heights School District 25 and has served on that school board since 2005. During his tenure he has advocated for special needs education, training for teachers and upgrading the district’s science curriculum. He is also a volunteer coach for his daughters’ soccer teams. Page, his wife and their two daughters live in Arlington Heights. He considers himself an independent Democrat and, if elected, would be the only financial advisor in the State Senate.

Renz grew up in Chicago and Palatine and currently resides in Arlington Heights. He was drafted by the US Army during Vietnam. After completing NCO Candidate School he served as a Sergeant in the First Cavalry Division and was awarded the Army Commendation Medal and Vietnam Cross of Gallantry. After finishing college on the GI Bill, Renz was a real estate broker and stockbroker before becoming a reporter and anchor for television stations in California and the Midwest. From 1987 to 2003 Renz hosted the daily financial news program Stock Market Observer on WCIU-TV, Chicago and the WebFN website. He is also the author of a book for investors and has acted in local stage and film productions.

Volunteers are currently gathering petition signatures for the candidates.

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Featured Charity – American Red Cross Little Egypt Network (Harrisburg Tornado Recovery)

Posted by Wheeling Township Democrats on March 8, 2012 in Featured Charity

Photo by Patty Y 1000. Used under Creative Common License CC BY 2.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/deed.en

In the aftermath of the deadly February 29th tornado which ripped through the town of Harrisburg, Illinois, the Wheeling Township Democrats have chosen the American Red Cross Little Egypt Network as their Featured Charity. We encourage our members and anyone else who is able to please consider making a donation to this organization which is helping Harrisburg’s survivors get through this difficult time. If you cannot donate money, consider donating blood at a local Red Cross office or other donation center.

According to their website: “If you’d like to contribute to help your neighbors in Southern Illinois, please send a check to Little Egypt Network – American Red Cross at 665 N. Airport Rd., Suite 112 • Murphysboro, IL 62966.”

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Botterman Leadership Award Given to Nesvacil

Posted by Wheeling Township Democrats on May 9, 2012 in General Info

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ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL – May 9, 2012 – More than 150 people attended the Wheeling and Palatine Township Democrats’ Fifth Annual Botterman Breakfast on Sunday, May 6, 2012. U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky rallied the assembled guests as the keynote speaker and the 2012 Patrick S. Botterman Leadership Award was presented to Arlington Heights resident Rob Nesvacil.

In recognizing Nesvacil’s work, Wheeling Township Democratic Committeewoman Kathleen Sances cited his efforts to renovate the group’s website, re-organize its public communications, coordinate membership meetings and speakers plus his help for several candidates and campaigns.

"Pat would be proud to see us recognize Rob for his dedication and efforts on behalf of not just local candidates but also our communities and neighbors," said Sances. "It is with great pride and gratitude that I present this award to someone who has purposefully remained in the background. It is your time to stand in the light."

Nesvacil regularly helps numerous campaigns for local, state and national candidates including several non-partisan candidates in Arlington Heights and surrounding communities. He is a board member of local charities including the Drive to Revive Memorial Park and Arlington Heights Park Foundation. Nesvacil also volunteers as a Den Leader in his son’s Cub Scouts Pack and is a Commissioner with the Arlington Heights Park District.

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Suburban Democrats, U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky Set to Honor Legacy of Pat Botterman at 5th Annual Award Breakfast

Posted by Wheeling Township Democrats on April 30, 2012 in Press Releases

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Suburban Democrats, U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky Set to Honor Legacy of Pat Botterman at 5th Annual Award Breakfast

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL – April 30, 2012 – The Wheeling and Palatine Township Democratic Organizations will announce the winner of the 2012 Patrick S. Botterman Leadership Award during their Fifth Annual Botterman Breakfast on Sunday, May 6, 2012.

The annual award is named in honor of the late Wheeling Township Democratic Committeeman Pat Botterman who led the organization for many years before his unexpected passing. Botterman got his start in local politics early on and advised several successful campaigns in his own right and was also elected as a Harper College Trustee.

Each year, the Botterman Leadership Award recognizes individuals that have shown excellence in grassroots organizing in order to improve the quality of life of those around them.

The event itself features keynote speaker Jan Schakowsky, United States Representative, 9th District, as well as past award recipients and other local dignitaries. It will be held at 10:30 am at Chevy Chase Golf Club, 1000 N. Milwaukee Ave., in Wheeling, IL with a breakfast buffet.

“This award is a great way to recognize and honor a hard-working individual, oftentimes an otherwise unsung hero, who exemplifies Pat Botterman’s philosophy of Integrity, Loyalty, Patriotism, Leadership and Vision,” said Wheeling Dems Committeewoman Kathleen Sances. “We encourage progressives from throughout the northwest suburbs to join us and break bread with their fellow patriots as we celebrate the life and legacy of our good friend Pat Botterman.”

Tickets and sponsorships are available by calling the Wheeling Township Democrats at 847-253-9032 or online at http://www.actblue.com/page/bottermanbreakfast2012.

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Wheeling Dems President Thanks Cook GOP for Choosing Del Mar, Cites Democratic Training

Posted by Wheeling Township Democrats on April 19, 2012 in Press Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Wheeling Dems President Thanks Cook GOP for Choosing Del Mar
Cites Democratic Training

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL – April 19, 2012 – Statement from Wheeling Township Democratic Organization (WTDO) President Rob Nesvacil regarding incoming Cook County Republican chief Aaron Del Mar:

“Thank you to the Cook County Republicans on selecting Aaron Del Mar to lead the county GOP. We look forward to Mr. Del Mar bringing the same disarray that he has overseen in neighboring Palatine Township to the full county level,” said Nesvacil. “We would also like to think that the Democratic candidate training which Mr. Del Mar attended at the Wheeling and Palatine Dems office before he got his start in local politics has helped him on his journey. But, it should be noted that Mr. Del Mar and his fellow Republicans must have learned their divisive and cynical tactics somewhere else since our training focused on how candidates can support progressive, American values such as those espoused by Pres. Barack Obama.”

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Botterman Breakfast, Sunday, May 6 at 10:30am

Posted by Wheeling Township Democrats on April 2, 2012 in Events

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Annual Botterman Breakfast

FEATURING: The Honorable Rep. Jan Schakowsky

with State Rep. Elaine Nekritz and friends

WHEN: Sunday, May 6 at 10:30am

WHERE: Chevy Chase Country Club
1000 N. Milwaukee Avenue
Wheeling, IL 60090

Hosted By…

This event is now finished. Thank you to all our sponsors, host committee members and guests.

GOLD
State Representative Elaine Nekritz
State Senator Dan Kotowski
Peter Gutzmer
Lloyd Betourney, Public Response Group

SILVER
Aaron Gold and the Gold Family
State Senator Susan Garrett
Chi-Town Printing

BRONZE
Robert Steffen
William Kelley
Frank Huckin
Lauren Beth Gash, State Central Commiteewoman, 10th CD
William  Crowley

Tickets and sponsor levels

  • Individual Patriot ($50.00 each)
  • Patriotic Couple ($100.00 each)
  • Bronze Sponsor ($250.00 each)
  • Silver Sponsor ($500.00 each)
  • Gold Sponsor  ($1,000.00 each)

Download the invitation and email it to your friends

Please invite your Democratic friends and neighbors to join in this year’s fun. Download a PDF of the invitation to send to your friends or just click the email button at the bottom of this post to forward this very web page to them.

Let your ‘social network’ know about this great Dem get-together!

Nominate someone special to be this year’s
2012 Patrick S. Botterman Award winner!

Complete this form and return it via email to kathleen@wheelingdems.com.

Please contact kathleen@wheelingdems.com if you encounter any problems with the nomination form.

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