Currently holds the office of Waukegan City Mayor until April 1, 2029.
Candidate for Waukegan City Mayor in 2025 Illinois Primary Election.
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Get StartedSam’s 21st Century policing strategy will provide a grassroots approach that will assist our Waukegan Police Department and the community to strengthen and collaborate by focusing on building trust and legitimacy through technology, community policing, social media, oversight, training, education, and officer wellness and safety. Learn more
We will also assure that all of our emergency responders have the appropriate personnel and equipment in order to provide the level of service to our Waukegan residents and business community. Learn more
Sam’s plan is to once again assess city processes and spending to determine appropriate actions to stabilize the city budget. Sam will have begun working with engineers, urban planners and grant writers to plan exactly how fast we can create a dynamic lakefront destination that will be Waukegan’s version of Chicago’s Navy Pier. Learn more
Sam's plan includes enhancing green spaces and recycling. Sam remains mindful of how the city's actions may affect the environment and is committed to ensuring the environmental impact is routinely considered. When appropriate, input from stakeholders and regulatory agencies may be solicited with project-specific or environmental interests. Learn more
His plan for the future of Waukegan includes allocating funds for continued improvement of the physical systems in the city to support and enhance essential flows of streets (including curbs, sidewalks and gutters), clean water, sanitation and waste management necessary for the city’s functioning and development. Learn more
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