As she later shared on social media, “I’m incredibly grateful to the voters of Kane County District 11 and everyone who supported me on this journey. I am deeply humbled to have earned your trust. I don’t take that lightly, and I’m ready to get to work as your Voice for All, focused on finding real solutions for our community. I love this community so much, and I am committed to doing everything I can to keep it one of the best places anywhere to live.”

If you showed your support for Julie with a yard sign, you are welcome to keep it in anticipation of displaying your support again in the fall, or you can reach out to CONTACT.JulieForKane@gmail.com to arrange pickup. Please do not throw them away – we want to reuse and eventually recycle them responsibly. Thank you!

Julie is listening to local organizations like Indivisible Fox Valley Rising (FVR) who care about the environment, taxes, healthcare, and fairness in Kane County—and she will bring their voices with her to the Board.

FVR is a volunteer group of your Fox Valley neighbors who share progressive values.

MISSION: To unite and empower our community to advocate for positive social and political change, striving for a more just and inclusive society.

VISION: To build a strong, engaged community that drives meaningful progress, fosters civic engagement, and stands up for justice and equality for all.

Thank you, Indivisible Fox Valley Rising, for your efforts to bring better government to our county, state, and nation.

I support Julie because she shows up when it actually matters, when it’s uncomfortable, inconvenient, and real. She doesn’t stay on the sidelines where it’s warm and safe. She comes out into the cold with activists, standing there while people speak out about the fear and harm caused by ICE and this administration. When it would be simpler to stay home, she shows up anyway.

And when you’re out there, cold, exhausted, and angry, fighting for basic dignity and accountability, you feel it. You notice who stands beside you. Who listens without judgment. Who stays when it gets hard, instead of folding under conservative pressure. Seeing Julie stand shoulder to shoulder with her potential constituents sends a simple, powerful message. You’re not alone. I see you. I’m here with you.

That’s what Julie represents to me. Not politics as usual, not empty words, but real presence. The kind that makes you believe deep down that this is someone who will stand up for you now and still be there when it really counts in the future. 

Thank you, Jason, for putting into words what so many of us feel!

With our communities and environment under attack from the Trump Administration, Sierra Club Illinois recognizes how vital it is to elect people with strong environmental commitments and proven track records to help deliver for our communities and environment at the state and local level.

Sierra Club Illinois follows a rigorous endorsement process that includes members from across the state and evaluates candidates’ voting record, policy positions, and their ability to win and be effective public servants. This is truly an honor!

As an Iowa farm girl and former park ranger, the environment has always been near and dear to Julie’s heart. Visit the Focus Areas section of the website to learn more about Julie’s plan to keep Environmental Protection top of mind as she serves the community — and our environment.

Thank you, Sierra Club Illinois, for the recognition!