Former Village President Claims Misunderstanding in Use of Name

Editor’s Note—Yesterday Patch ran an article about the United Party’s claims it had backing from former Lake Forest Mayors Charley Clark and Jack Preschlack. Today a former Lake Bluff Village President makes the same claim.

To the Editor:

It has come to my attention that I am incorrectly listed on certain local campaign materials as having endorsed the Unified Party slate of candidates in the forthcoming Shields Township election. I have not endorsed either slate in the Shields election. I know and like a number of candidates from both slates, but none asked for or received my support in the election cycle. The confusion may result from the fact that I endorsed Gail Strenger Wayne in her first race four years ago.

It is my hope that whatever the outcome, the Shields Township government will find a way to lessen the rancor that has been evident during this campaign from both sides and work together for the good of its constituents. That would include a thorough review of the Township's role.

Thank you,

Tom Skinner 
Former Village President 
Village of Lake Bluff