Hi, I'm Christine.
I’m a nonprofit executive, community advocate, wife, mom, and a longtime resident of the Huntley area. My family and I have built our lives here, and I care deeply about the future of McHenry County and the communities we call home.
My professional life has given me experience in leadership, communications, budgeting, problem-solving and bringing people with different perspectives together. Outside of work, I’ve been involved in our schools, youth sports, local advocacy, community organizations and local politics. Through all of it, I’ve learned that good leadership isn’t about having the loudest voice in the room. It starts with listening.
I’m running for County Board because I believe local government should be thoughtful, transparent and connected to the people it serves. I want us to plan responsibly for growth, protect the resources and communities that make McHenry County special, and make decisions based on what will serve residents well for the long term.
I’m not running because I have all the answers. I ask questions. I do my homework. I listen to the people affected by a decision. And I’m willing to change my mind when the facts or a better argument call for it.
Most of all, I’m a neighbor asking for the opportunity to represent my neighbors. I’d be honored to earn your trust.
Why I'm running
Bringing balance and a fresh perspective to the County Board.
McHenry County government has been dominated by one party for a long time. Healthy government benefits from different perspectives, meaningful debate, and elected officials willing to challenge assumptions rather than simply reinforce the status quo. McHenry County is changing, and I believe voters are ready for greater balance and a new direction.
Putting residents before politics and power.
County government should work for the people who live here, not political insiders, party interests, or those with the most money and influence. Residents deserve representatives who listen, take their concerns seriously, and put their needs at the center of decisions.
Bringing collaborative problem-solving to the County Board.
Balance doesn’t have to mean more division. I want to listen, ask good questions, find common ground, and work across the aisle when it produces better results for McHenry County. We can bring different perspectives to the table, disagree when necessary, and still work together to get things done.
Planning thoughtfully for McHenry County’s future.
The decisions we make today about growth, development, infrastructure, land use, conservation, and emerging economic opportunities will shape our county for decades. I want to make sure those decisions are thoughtful, responsible, and informed by both their long-term impact and the voices of the people who live here. We can embrace opportunities for the future while protecting the character, natural resources, and quality of life that make McHenry County a great place to call home.
I believe working people deserve fair pay, safe workplaces, good benefits, and a real voice on the job. Strong unions help families build stable lives and help create stronger communities. I stand with organized labor and working people in support of dignity, fairness, and opportunity for all.
“I believe in family, I believe in love, and I believe that together we can change the world.”
– Dolly Parton.