Quotes & Testimonials
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"The Inclusionary Zoning Ordinance is legislation that Jim championed. It requires that a portion of every new, planned housing development has so many affordable units for low-income residents. If the developer doesn’t want to designate specific units, then he is required to contribute a substantial sum to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund. The monies in this fund provide for low-income housing, as well as housing for the homeless; for example, $300,000 went toward creating a homeless shelter at St. Catherine-St. Lucy Church."
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“We, the neighbors on the 400, 500, and 600 blocks of North Taylor Avenue, strongly support Jim Taglia for village trustee. Between October 2021 and October 2022, we helped organize the advocacy effort that led to the nighttime closure of gas stations and 7-Elevens between midnight and 5 a.m. Jim’s early response and engagement with us were vital to the successful passage of the new ordinance last September.”
Wednesday Journal Letter to Editor
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"He has worked to advance important racial equity initiatives, helping to foster a more diverse, accepting, and inclusive village. He has been a strong advocate of public safety for all Oak Parkers, and he insists on a high level of excellence and accountability from our first responders. The Oak Park Village Board needs his experience, perspective, and temperament. Jim is a true public servant. Please join us in casting a vote for Jim Taglia."
Glenn Brewer, Adam Salzman & Bob Tucker
Former Oak Park trustees
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“We offer our strong endorsement for Taglia's election...he is necessary glue. Steady. Well studied. Without Ego."
Wednesday Journal
2019 Election -
“Jim showed himself to be an exceptional public servant by perfecting the qualities necessary to succeed in the role. He listens, he is practical and he has high integrity. Perhaps most importantly, he brings consensus to the board table.”
Anan Abu Taleb
Mayor, Oak Park (2013-2021)
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"Jim Taglia is one of the best and most trusted Trustees Oak Park has ever had. Not re-electing Jim would be an epic fail of Oak Park voters."
Deno Andrews
Village Trustee (2017-2021) -
“As a village trustee, Taglia has been committed to keeping the village’s property tax levy manageable for residents. For the past few fiscal year budgets, the village has limited its property tax levy to a 3% increase. This year, the village board was able to pass its budget without any increase at all to its levy and did so without sacrificing any village services.”
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"Taglia’s often quiet, behind-the-scenes work embraces efficient government in Oak Park. Yet it also embraces the community’s social, diversity and equity programs. Re-electing Jim Taglia can help Oak Park meet multiple objectives in a way that helps to keep the village affordable."
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For nearly 20 years, our block has tried to get the attention of public officials...regarding safety issues in our neighborhood...In all those years, no public office-holder has shown interest in hearing us...But after learning of our plight, Jim Taglia stepped up and offered to assist. Despite a crowded schedule, he made the time to talk extensively with, and then meet with [us]. He assisted us in securing the attention of the Oak Park police chief, which led to a community meeting...
Jennifer Halperin, Stacey Hendricks, & Glen Moore
https://www.oakpark.com/2023/03/21/taglia-stepped-up-to-help/
