The Johnson County Board of Supervisors, including Rod Sullivan, meet to discuss the Sheriff’s Office budget on Monday, Dec. 6, 2021. — Adria Carpenter/Little Village

By Joe Bolkcom, former state senator

Johnson County residents have come to expect an effective, forward thinking and open county government.

That is why I’m vigorously supporting Rod Sullivan’s re-election to the Johnson County Board of Supervisors. 

Rod listens and has worked hard to represent our progressive values and community priorities. He looks out for those that need our help most. 

Rod has been a leader for better mental health care, environmental sustainability and equal rights for all. 

He has the experience, judgement and skills we need right now. 

Please join me in supporting Rod Sullivan for re-election to the Johnson County Board of Supervisors.

By David Osterberg, Mt. Vernon

Rod Sullivan realized the cultural importance of the Sutliff Bridge so he urged his fellow Johnson County Supervisors to repair the damage from the 2008 flood. Later, that decision connected the little town near where he grew up to the new recreation area across the Cedar. This is an example of Rod’s forward thinking. He considers the needs of his constituents including their future needs. If I lived in Johnson County he would get my vote.

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