ENDORSED BY THE DAILY HERALD!

The Daily Herald Editorial Board

March 3, 2021

Endorsement: Levin for Elmhurst mayor

Three longtime aldermen are vying for the job of Elmhurst mayor after current Mayor Steven Morley announced he would not be seeking reelection.

The candidates -- Michael Bram, Scott Levin and Mark Mulliner -- represent a long history of working on behalf of Elmhurst residents, whether it was to tackle the issue of flooding, keep tabs on the runway rotation plan for O'Hare International Airport or adjust financial targets to align with expected reduction of sales tax revenues caused by pandemic restrictions. All three candidates have worked on committees to drill down for solutions to bring to the council.

Alderman Levin brings the best complement of experience and leadership, and is endorsed. His leadership will help Elmhurst navigate the tough job of coming out of the pandemic, while making sure services to residents are maintained and social issues such as diversity and equality are addressed.

Levin has been a lawyer, litigator and mediator for 35 years and before that, has 10 years' experience with a state agency. He served as acting Elmhurst mayor for six months preceding Morley's term, has chaired three committees and is vice chair for finance committee.

To usher Elmhurst out of the pandemic's grip and prepare for the next such crisis, Levin plans for fully funded budget reserves, as well as strong relationships with key partners including businesses, the hospital and university, chamber and other governmental agencies.

His top infrastructure goals are stormwater, wastewater treatment plant and the police facility.

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SCOTT LEVIN LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE

Elmhurst, January 8, 2021

Scott Levin, candidate for Elmhurst mayor has launched his website, www.levin4mayor.com  that includes his background as well as options for joining and supporting the campaign. 

“When you ask people for the honor of their vote, I believe you should offer as much information as possible.  A website is particularly critical to a campaign during this pandemic.  Not only does this website include background information on my experience and credentials, it will include policy statements to give voters an idea of how we can move forward together,” Levin stated.

Levin stated that in these challenging times, experience and leadership are the qualities voters will be assessing. Levin, an Elmhurst resident for over 24 years, has been an alderman since 2010.  He also served as acting mayor for six months prior to Mayor Morley’s election.

In 2009, Levin co-chaired the Mayor’s Finance Task Force, which was created to address the $6 million deficit caused by the Great Recession.  He was the lead author of the Task Force’s report, which successfully recommended budget strategies.  On the City Council, Levin has chaired the Development, Planning & Zoning and the Public Safety committees, and he is currently vice chair of the Finance Committee. 

“I have been honored to serve the residents and businesses of Elmhurst, and I welcome the opportunity to connect with voters to outline how we can keep Elmhurst moving forward,” Levin concluded. 

You can read Scott Levin’s full biography, join the campaign and learn about his vision for Elmhurst at www.levin4mayor.com