New ​Leadership
for a
Better
Future
Ryan Shaner
For Village President
Shannon, IL
Shannon is a great place to live, work, and raise a family. ​That is the reason I, and so many others, have returned to ​the area. Our community is filled with friendly neighbors, ​boasts one of the best school districts in the State, and is ​lucky enough to have a number of selfless EMS and Fire ​personnel, volunteers, and an active police presence, ​ultimately ensuring safety and peace of mind in our small ​town.
With everything that Shannon has to offer, however, there ​is one area where there is much needed improvement: our ​local government. Village Voices recently declared ​Shannon to have the worst perceived leadership in local ​government in our region. That needs to change.
About Me
Hi, I'm Ryan Shaner--I'm an Attorney, Father, and Husband. I ​was born and raised in the area, and have always been proud ​of our community and the small town values that were ​instilled in me. Although I left to pursue my education and ​start my career, this area has always been home, and I'm ​grateful to have been able to return home and now have the ​opportunity to help shape the community that shaped me. ​As an attorney, I’m committed to using my skills and ​experience to serve our village with integrity. I’m stepping up ​because our wonderful Village deserves a government that ​is open, honest, and reliable. In the upcoming months, I look ​forward to meeting many of you in person to hear your ​thoughts, address your concerns, and work together to ​make Shannon an even better place for all of us.
Thoughtful Leadership
Brighter Future​
In Shannon, there is a need for ​more than just enhancing our local ​government. While investing in ​beautifying our community spaces ​and drawing in new businesses and ​young families are crucial, the ​primary focus should be on ​improving the perception of our ​local government and fostering ​community input. Without ​addressing these issues first, other ​efforts may not yield the desired ​results.
Current Situation
I was appointed to the Village ​Board last year to finish the term of ​a resigning trustee; and I'm not the ​only new face on the board, as ​other trustees have resigned as ​well, requiring new appointees. Still, ​despite the new makeup of the ​board, the perception remains the ​same, and that ultimately comes ​down to lack of candor and ​transparency in our government.
Bu​ilding Trust
As Village President, improving our ​government's efficiency, reopening ​lines of communication with the ​public we serve, and restoring ​public trust will be my first priority.
Enhancing community engagement
Data Visualization
Board agendas, typically posted ​physically on a downtown bulletin ​board, will now also be accessible ​online. Additionally, meeting minutes – ​detailing what occurred during the ​Board's meetings – will be made ​available online to the public, ​addressing the current challenge of ​accessing these minutes effectively.
Vil​lage Webpage
Our website will undergo ​enhancements to better serve ​Shannon residents. This will include ​a feature allowing residents to ​submit comments and concerns ​directly to the Village President ​without the necessity of attending ​Board Meetings in person.
Vi​llage Facebook
Create our new village Facebook pag​e, detailing upcoming events a​nd important announcements, a​nd allowing for more free and op​en communication between t​he President, Board, and t​he community​.
Transparency
Efficiency
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As the Village President, my focus will include a thorough ​review of the Village Ordinances to remove any unlawful ​or conflicting regulations that do not align with our ​community's core values.
Efforts will also be made to streamline the Board's ​operations. For instance, Board members currently serve ​on various "specialized" committees. Instead of bringing ​issues that fall within a committee's expertise directly to ​the entire Board, these matters are first delegated to the ​respective committee. This process involves debating, ​reviewing relevant information, and ultimately presenting ​recommendations to the full Board. Unfortunately, these ​committee meetings often take place at inconvenient ​times, hindering public participation.
To enhance transparency and efficiency, all issues will ​now be addressed by the entire Board from the outset, ​eliminating the need for these "specialized" committees ​and additional meetings.
Let's collaborate.
Vote
New Leadership For A Better Future
email me
RJShanerLaw@gmail.com
give me a call/Text
(630) 447-9362
Ryan
Shaner
For the Next Village President Shannon
Vision
Thoughtful Leadership Building Trust
Promoting Transparency and Efficiency
Enhancing Community Engagement