Pamela Taylor, Darien Ward 3 Alderman Candidate

DARIEN, IL — Pamela Taylor is one of two candidates running for Ward 3 Darien alderman in the April 6 election. Here are her responses to the Patch questionnaire:

Pamela C Taylor

Age (as of Election Day)

66

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No

Education

MacCormac College - Major Stenography

Occupation

Court Reporter - Freelance Reporter 10 years and counting; Federal Court Reporter - one year and retired Illinois Official Court Reporter - 37 years - 48 years and counting in the court reporting profession.

Campaign website

None

Previous or Current Elected or Appointed Office

PC for 056 Precinct - Norman Court HOA President

The single most pressing issue facing our city is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.

Pandemic has been a kick in the butt for businesses, but when things get back, and they will, generating new business to the area to relieve the homeowners who seem to be the sole tax base, but also making sure that our businesses and/or new construction are as esthetically pleasing for our town.

Do you support Black Lives Matter and what are your thoughts on the demonstrations held since the death of George Floyd and the shooting of Jacob Blake?

(No answer)

Do you think the current board has done enough to support racial equality, and if not, what specifically should be done to do so?

(No answer)

What are your thoughts on the national and local coronavirus response? Do you favor measures such as limiting operation of non-essential businesses and restricting indoor/outdoor dining? And do you favor a local mask mandate?

(No answer)

What are your thoughts on the state and local coronavirus vaccine distribution, and how do you think local governments should work together to handle vaccine rollout?

(No answer)

What are the critical differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?

My opponent is currently on the board that have made decisions that I feel have impacted our town negatively. I do not know his opinions or how he may have voted, but sometimes you need a new voice with new ideas.

If you are a challenger, in what way has the current board or officeholder failed the community (or district or constituency)

(No answer)

Describe the other issues that define your campaign platform

(No answer)

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

(No answer)

If you win this position, what accomplishment would make your term in office as a success?

(No answer)

Why should voters trust you?

(No answer)

What are your views on fiscal policy, government spending and the use of taxpayer dollars in the office you are seeking?

(No answer)

Is there any reason you would not serve your full term of office, other than those of health or family?

(No answer)

The best advice ever shared with me was:

(No answer)

What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

(No answer)