Arlington Heights, IL — Local attorney Colin Gilbert is running for Village Trustee in Arlington Heights, emphasizing his extensive experience and community involvement as reasons to earn voters’ trust.
Gilbert’s campaign message, shared on his Facebook page, highlights his professional and civic background—past President of the Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce, former Village Commissioner, and current AHYAA Board Member. He also speaks to his experience as a working parent juggling family life, promising to bring efficiency and streamlined processes to village operations.
On his Facebook campaign page, Gilbert shares a relatable anecdote about the challenges of balancing work and family life: “I know the feeling all too well… racing home from work to ‘quick change’ into activity clothes, hustling the kids into the car, racing to the field and arriving with three minutes to spare, only to hear ‘I forgot my shoes’ from the backseat.” He emphasizes the importance of efficiency, stating, “There is no time to waste. I will work with businesses as a representative of the Village to make sure processes are streamlined. Efficiency will be key to the development and growth of Arlington Heights.”
While Gilbert’s relatable anecdotes and emphasis on efficiency resonate with many residents, some are looking for more details on how he actually plans to achieve these goals. His campaign has yet to outline specific policies on key issues such as infrastructure, economic development, public safety, or community engagement.
Adding to the frustration is the lack of a campaign website or other resources where voters can learn more about his platform. His Facebook page, while active, doesn’t dive into policy specifics or provide a clear roadmap for addressing Arlington Heights’ challenges.
I appreciate that he understands the struggles of balancing work and family life, but I need more than just a promise of efficiency,” said an Arlington Heights resident I was speaking with during dinner, who asked to remain anonymous. “What does that actually mean? How will he make it happen?
His campaign seems to be a work in progress, but time is running out. Gilbert has yet to respond to an open letter sent to all candidates running for trustee, which included a range of questions.
For more information on Colin Gilbert’s campaign, visit his Facebook.
This article was compiled using publicly available information, including social media and campaign websites.
