Campaign info

• Position sought: Village of Lemont trustee

• E-mail address: rstapleton@lemont.il.us

Personal info

• Age: 72

• Family: Wife (Marcelle), five adult children and eight grandchildren

• Education: Associates degree in business from Richard J. Daley College

• Occupation: Realtor

• Political party affiliation: Lemont Party

• Previous elected offices: Has served two terms as a Lemont trustee.

• Related experience: Eight years on the village's Planning and Zoning Commission.

Candidate Questions

What is the primary reason you are running for this office?

I have a passion for all things Lemont.

What will be your single most important priority if you get elected?

Adopting a balanced budget.

How long have you lived in Lemont?

I've lived here 22 years.

What's your favorite thing about Lemont?

My favorite thing about Lemont is that it still has that small town feel.

What is the biggest problem facing Lemont?

The biggest problem currently facing the village is the issue of reduced revenue sources.