Well, now after the second scandal in just a short time we must demand a big change on how the Metra board does business. While I am not thrilled on how our newly Lake County appointment Norman Carlson has conducted himself the short few months he has been on the board, he does have the expertise to make good decisions. His political and administrative decisions so far have failed us.
Whether this board is totally removed or all resigns, I am hoping collar counties do not lose a voice in the Metra process. Any appointment has a level of politics whether it be the Governor, Mayors, or County Board Chairman. Bottom line is that these jobs should be filled with competent non-political decision makers. If appointees can't be accountable to the citizens maybe the professional staff should just report to currently elected officials quarterly for policy decisions.
This site contains information pertaining to the politics, positions, and vision of Steve Mandel, Elected Official 1993-2016. Past Mayor Pro Tem & Councilman of Highland Park, Lake County Board Member & Lake County Forest Preserve Commissioner. Lake County Illinois is on the shores of Lake Michigan, borders Wisconsin on the North, and is 26 miles North of downtown Chicago.
About Me
- Steve Mandel
- IATSE Stagehand Local #2 Chicago, 1993-2012 HP City Councilman and Mayor Pro Tem. 2012-2016 Lake County Board Member and Commissioner of the Lake County Forest Preserve District.
