Respect for the Past with a Vision for the Future!
Elect Andy Johnson Mayor, City of Warrenville April 1, 2025
About Andy
Background
- Lifelong Warrenville resident; married to Monica for 39 years with a grown son and daughter, and a grand-daughter
- Retired Risk Management Professional and Partner, Captive Resources, Itasca IL
- Local Leadership Experience
- District 200 School Board Member and President 1997-2013 -ten years as Board President
- Student Excellence Foundation Board Member and President 2014-2018
- Warrenville Park District Commissioner 1991-1997
- Warrenville Plan Commission Member 1988-1993, and presently since spring 2024
- Trinity Lutheran Church in Warrenville -member and volunteer
- Regional Leadership Experience
- DuPage Foundation Trustee 2021-present
- Morton Arboretum Trustee 2022-present
- National/International Leadership Experience
- National Safety Council Director 2012-2023; Chairman of the Board 2020-2022
- Proud Northern Illinois University Graduate
- Endorsed by current Mayor Dave Brummel and past mayors Vivian Lund and Rich Volkmer
Why I'm running
I'm running for Mayor, because I love this town!
I've been an active Warrenville resident all my life. My parents were involved in the incorporation movement in the 1960s to prevent Warrenville from being swallowed up by our neighboring cities, thus preserving our unique community character. My father, Cliff, was Warrenville's Fire Chief for decades, as well as a local small business owner. Johnson School in Summerlakes is named in his honor. Similarly, my mother, Fay, was very active as a local realtor and as a member of the VFW and Fire Department Auxiliaries.
Growing up, I saw many examples of sincere, respectful public service. These examples inspired me to a lifetime of serving my community. I was elected as one of the first Warrenville Park District Commissioners, helping lead the efforts to establish the parks, ball fields, and programs we all enjoy today.
I was elected and reelected four times to serve on the District 200 School Board. At the end of my first term, my fellow Board members (all of whom were from Wheaton) elected me Board President. I held that role for 10 years which is the longest serving Board President in D200 history. In total I served 16 years on our Board of Education and leading the effort to bring Hubble MS to Warrenville is my most proud moment of Board service. Second to that was balancing the budget, ($135M at time) and seeing it stay balanced since that time.
I am ready to use my community and professional experience, skills, and love of Warrenville to serve as our next Mayor! As Mayor, I promise to provide the respectful, passionate, quality leadership Warrenville deserves. I am an independent candidate, not affiliated nor funded by any political party, and I will be accountable solely to the residents of Warrenville.
Positions/Thoughts
Respect and Responsibility
Public Works and the Environment
Respect and Responsibility
I believe that we show respect for others by behaving responsibly and by actively listening to one another's opinions and unique perspectives. I will work closely with the Council and staff to ensure everyone is heard and respected.
As School Board President, I managed many challenging and sometimes contentious situations where I always tried to be kind, respectful, and responsive.
Safety and Security
Public Works and the Environment
Respect and Responsibility
Warrenville is a safe place to live, work, and play; I will work to keep it that way. Our police department is highly skilled and visible in the community, engaging in the award winning annual National Night Out and other neighborhood outreach efforts. I applaud and support our Citizens Police Academy as an activity that connects law enforcement with the community. As a retired Risk Management professional, I will work with our local agencies to ensure our emergency plans are well coordinated.
Public Works and the Environment
Public Works and the Environment
Public Works and the Environment
Good roads, sidewalks, water and sewer services are essential to a strong, safe community. Our public works team is professional and forward thinking. I'll support them in their efforts and help ensure we stay on top of capital spending so that our streets, roads, and sewers are in top condition.
I believe conservation and beautification efforts make for a better community now and in the future. I support the work of the Environmental Advisory Commission, Warrenville In Bloom, and in retaining our Tree City Status.
Economic Development
Cooperation/Communication
Public Works and the Environment
Economic development is one area in which I plan to spend a lot of time. I'll work closely with our city staff to use every lever possible to attract desirable commercial development to our City. Seeing the recently approved development plan, Warrenville By Design, come to life is high on my priority list. At the same time, I believe that it is important to respect the businesses that have already committed themselves to Warrenville. We need to do what we can to make sure they thrive and succeed. I hope to periodically convene local realtors and developers to discuss ways to meaningfully fill in the empty storefronts. In addition, I'll champion the current Economic Development Plan (crafted in 2015 and updated in 2024) and see to it that future development reflects our values and unique community character.
Taxes/Finances
Cooperation/Communication
Cooperation/Communication
I'm a big believer in a balanced budget. Warrenville's finances have always been carefully managed; I'll keep that up. I supported and endorsed balanced budgets within District 200 when I was School Board President and will continue that practice as Mayor. I will always challenge city staff and Council members to look for efficiencies and to budget as conservatively, yet effectively, as possible.
Cooperation/Communication
Cooperation/Communication
Cooperation/Communication
We're fortunate to have great partner agencies in the Park, Library, Fire Protection, School, and Forest Preserve Districts. I'll work closely with them to maintain the highest quality of services and resident satisfaction. Having a deep understanding of our various taxing bodies, as well as homeowners associations, non-profits, and other nearby entities, gives me a unique perspective on how to make sure we are all pulling in the same direction.
Endorsements
Join your Warrenville Friends.....
Amy Maaske Amy Winchell Ashley Laxton Barb Leonard Barb Thornbury Betsy Dudak Bill Weidner= Alderman Brad Thornbury Barb Durocher- Library Board President Beth Hagemeyer Carl Lankenau Cathy Atkins Charles Krueger Clare Berry- Alderman Colin Wilkie Colleen Brummel Connie Schmidt Craig Kruckenberg- Alderman David Anderson Dave Brummel- Current Mayor Dave Robertson Debra Swinden Denise Pertell Dorothy Parrish Eric Hohenstein Megan Holder Gloria Latta Jack Gradoski Jan Skewes Jenny Lund Jenny Pape John Lockett- Alderman Jeremy Behnken Judy Wilkie- Alderman Julie Duquette Karin Snodgrass Karen Fisher Karma Groteluschen Kate Perkins Kathy Davalos- Alderman Katy Ebbeson Keith Jones Keith Swinden Lana Grodoski Linda Pille Lori Belha Maggie Jones Mark Wedow Mary Brummel MaryBeth Anderson Maury Goodman- City Treasurer Melanie Smith Melissa Sleep-Simmons Michael Schmidt Mike Atkins Mike Duquette Mike Maaske Mike Machowski Monica Johnson Monika Lefever Rich Volkmer- 3rd Mayor of Warrenville Sandy Hohenstein Sandy Pippenger Shannon Burns Sheila Rutledge Sherry Stratton Steve Brummel Steve Snodgrass Tim Cosgrove Tom Smillie Vivian Lund- 4th Mayor of Warrenville .
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