Election 2013 Candidate: Tim Ogden

Your Name: Tim Ogden

Position Sought: Community Park District of La Grange Park Commissioner

Campaign Contact Information: tim.ogden@yahoo.com / 312-933-0411

What will be your single most important priority if you get elected?: The priority of the Park District is keep the Park areas and Programs going with limited funding from local, state and federal government. Being creative with fundraising without asking Taxpayers for more money. Everything starts and ends with how it is being paid for.

Home Address: 640 N. Brainard, La Grange Park, Il.

Family Members: Megan Ogden wife 42 / Molly Ogden 6 daughter

Education:

Riverside Brookfield High School
Southern Illinois University

Current Occupation and Employer: emedia, Agency Account Director

Political Party Affiliation:

Independent
Volunteer for the Just Irish Enough St. Patrick's Day Parade/ St. Baldrick's Fundraiser
Member RB Boosters Club

Why are you seeking office?: I've been in various Park District programs for 15 years from basketball and wiffleball leagues to my daughter going through Ready Teddy Preschool. I have enjoyed these programs and everything that the Park District offers. I want to help to keep these great programs going and encourage others to participate. I know with my fresh perspective I can add to the great the board is doing on the Master Plan.

What sets you apart from the other candidates (if applicable)?: I can use my experience in local advertising and expertise in On-Line advertising to increase awareness and participation in the Park District's programs and events. My fresh perspective on the issues will assist the Board to help make decisions from a view point of someone actively involved in a variety of the programs and events that are offered.

What are the other issues you plan to address in this position, and how?: While always keeping on eye on funding, look to expand the programs and events that the Community wants, from a Senior Center to a gym and a pool. The Park District is a great resource for the Community of La Grange Park, I want to keep it that way while expanding and help it to grow into the future.

See also:

Election 2013: Community Park District of La Grange Park Board