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Jeff Gahris

Oct 30, 20221 min read

Should 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 Gahris

Aug 14, 20221 min read

Getting things done (updated)

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is in strong financial shape, affording us the unique opportunity to make desirable...

Jeff Gahris

Apr 1, 20213 min read

My Goals as Commissioner

In view of the District’s mission, my first priority is supporting preservation and restoration. In acquiring new land, the District...

Jeff Gahris

Oct 19, 20202 min read

Restoring Salt Creek

Removing a dam that is beloved by many should not be considered lightly, but on October 6, 2020, the Forest Preserve District of DuPage...

Jeff Gahris

Apr 6, 20202 min read

Campaign 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 Gahris

Jan 8, 20202 min read

Why 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 Gahris

Oct 5, 20192 min read

Spotlight on Jeff Gahris

We thank the Democratic Party of DuPage County for circulating this Candidate Spotlight: I’m Jeff Gahris, candidate for the DuPage County...

Jeff Gahris

Sep 27, 20191 min read

Why 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 Gahris

Sep 25, 20191 min read

Let’s Party! How to Plan a Social Event for Our Campaign

Informal social events allow people to meet and get to know candidates for political office. It’s an opportunity for the candidate to...