Jeff GahrisOct 30, 20221 minShould we plant more trees?It's a common question: Should the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County plant more trees to combat climate change? First of all, we...
Jeff GahrisAug 14, 20221 minGetting things done (updated)The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is in strong financial shape, affording us the unique opportunity to make desirable...
Jeff GahrisApr 1, 20213 minMy Goals as CommissionerIn view of the District’s mission, my first priority is supporting preservation and restoration. In acquiring new land, the District...
Jeff GahrisOct 19, 20202 minRestoring Salt CreekRemoving a dam that is beloved by many should not be considered lightly, but on October 6, 2020, the Forest Preserve District of DuPage...
Jeff GahrisApr 6, 20202 minCampaign Update“We should take comfort that while we may have more still to endure, better days will return: we will be with our friends again; we will...
Jeff GahrisJan 8, 20202 minWhy should anyone run for office?In today’s world, that’s a fair question. I plan to post a series of articles in this blog about what my experiences are like in hopes...
Jeff GahrisOct 5, 20192 minSpotlight on Jeff GahrisWe thank the Democratic Party of DuPage County for circulating this Candidate Spotlight: I’m Jeff Gahris, candidate for the DuPage County...
Jeff GahrisSep 27, 20191 minWhy I am running?An obvious question, and ultimately an easy one to answer. All of my life I have lived in or near natural areas, and have enjoyed them...
Jeff GahrisSep 25, 20191 minLet’s Party! How to Plan a Social Event for Our CampaignInformal social events allow people to meet and get to know candidates for political office. It’s an opportunity for the candidate to...