Good evening Oak Run members,
You should all be receiving ballots in your mailbox in the coming days for the board elections. This years election is very important for those of us that feel affected by the boards conduct earlier this year and want a real chance at change here in Oak Run. I would like to take this time to introduce 2 candidates who I feel are very qualified to take on that challenge.
Sam Cain & Adam Shane.
Sam and Adam both possess the qualities I believe are needed to add a fair, honest, and ethical voice to the residents of Oak Run. Together Sam and Adam will work for the residents best interests and what benefits Oak Run as a whole and not advancing personal agendas. I give my full endorsement to both of these individuals and encourage you to strongly consider them when making your voting selections this week.
Please take a moment to read the information below, questionnaires filled out directly by the candidates.
Adam Shane Questionnaire Responses:
CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE
1.) I previously served on the board for 6 years, and I have been off the board for the last 2 years. I’ve taken this time to try to gain a different perspective on the needs and wants of the Oak Run community. This community means the world to me and my family, and I feel it is the right time to step back in and contribute however I can.
2.) First and foremost, my previous board experience! In addition, I live full time in Oak Run, conduct my business in Oak Run, raise my family in Oak Run and socialize in Oak Run. I feel like I am in an advantageous position to understand the needs of the community and make decisions that are in the best interest of the community as whole. Anyone who knows me, knows that I fight for what’s right rather than what’s popular or self-serving. I believe in accountability at all levels of our community, and I am not afraid to say what needs to be said or do what needs to be done.
3.) Short-term goals = Ensuring board decisions keep the community’s best interest in mind first and foremost.
Long-range plans = Putting the lake first and upholding and improving our current amenities. I want to ensure that present and future members enjoy Oak Run for years to come.
4.) Transparency. While any decision won’t please everyone, it is still important to communicate to the best of our ability to the community WHAT is being done and WHY it is being done.
5.) Owned property since 1998. I have been a full-time resident since 2002. I am a former member of the Fish and Sports Committee. I enjoy boating, fishing, and hunting here. In addition, my wife is former president and current member of the Spoon Lake Activity Team. My daughter is a former Oak Run lifeguard and currently works at the Watering Hole as a server on breaks from school. Our family also enjoys the pool, pickleball courts and rec center.
CANDIDATE’S RESUME
Name: Adam Shane, Full-time resident
Address: 441 Pleasant View Circle, Dahinda IL 61428
Phone: 309-231-5883
Family Info:
I live full-time in Oak Run with my wife, Kellie and my daughters Marin (19) and Harper (12). Kellie is the lead of our real estate team, Marin attends Illinois State University majoring in marketing and Harper is a 7th grader at Williamsfield Schools.
How long owned property:
Owned property since 1998.
What brought to Oak Run:
My uncle owned an Oak Run home when I was in high school, and I enjoyed coming to the lake as his guest. When I started building homes on my own in 1998, I knew that Oak Run was where I wanted to plant my roots.
Favorite Amenities:
The LAKE! It’s what makes our community great. I enjoy spending time with family and friends on the water. In addition, I believe the Watering Hole is an important amenity as well. It’s convenient to have a nice place to entertain clients, family and friends.
Experience:
Employer : Adam Shane Construction and The Kellie Shane Team, Gallery Homes Real Estate
Job title: Owner, Builder and Realtor
Employment Experience: I am a self-employed builder in the Oak Run area and have been for more than 25 years. I am also a Realtor on The Kellie Shane Team.
Interest:
When I am not working in the summer, you can find me on the lake enjoying time with family and friends. I love seeing all the familiar faces at the S.L.A.T events held throughout the year. In the winter I enjoy ice fishing in the local area and snowmobiling in Northern Wisconsin.
Sam Cain Questionnaire Responses:
Candidate’s Questionnaire
1) What Motivated you to seek election to the POA Board?
A strong POA Board is the cornerstone of any POA community, and Oak Run has long been regarded as an outstanding example of excellence in Community Support, Property Management and Planning for the future. As a proud member of this community, I believe it is essential for individuals to contribute their skills, talents, and experience to ensure the continued success.
2) What do you think you could contribute to the POA as a Board Member?
I have 40 years of experience in Budgeting accounts over 10 million dollars, Human Resource functions with staffing over 175 employees, Fleet Management with equipment valued over 40 million dollars, and Facility Management with 35 locations across the United States.
3) What short-term goals and long-range plans would you have as a Board Member?
Short Term Goals - Uphold the Oak Run Association governing documents such as bylaws, rules, and convenience. Review the budget, reserves, and financials. Learn the role of the Board and how it interacts with Department Management (Golf Course, Maintenance, Watering Hotel, Gas Station and POA General Management).
Long-Range Plans – Develop transparency and trust between the Board and Oak Run POA Management as well as Property Owners. Strengthen Financial Stability by ensuring funds are used appropriately and within budget guidelines, accountability. Finally, Promote Positive Community Culture by a balance enforcement with fairness and empathy and maintain consistency so future boards inherit a stable, well run Property Owners Association.
4) What do you feel is the most important issue currently facing the association?
Transparency between to POA Board and POA management.
5) How Long have you owned property at Oak Run, and what activities do you participate in at Oak Run?
I have owned Property at Oak Run for 7 years as a full time resident. I participate in boating on the lake, use the fitness center every day and enjoy the pickle ball courts.
Candidate’s Resume Information
1. Family Information?
I am married to Stephanie Cain and have raised 4 children at Oak Run, Hannah, Chase, Brock and Conner.
2. How long have you been a property owner?
7 Years fulltime resident
3. What brought you to Oak Run?
My wife and I always wanted to live in Oak Run and we wanted our children to attend school at Williamsfield School district.
4. What are your favorite Oak Run amenities and why?
We love boating and you can find us on the lake throughout the week and always on the weekend. We also love the Fitness Center, we workout almost every day, it’s very convenient for us and it’s an awesome gym.
Experience:
Employer: Metro Aviation Inc Shreveport LA
Job Title: Airplane Chief Pilot and Regional Aviation Manager for 20 Years
Duties: Pilot for both Airplanes and Helicopters, Maintain Operational Control and manage training for Metros fixed wing department. Maintain budgets, aircraft purchases, and manage all fixed wing pilots. I manage 35 helicopter EMS locations that provide emergency services nation wide.
Retired with 20 Years service with Department of Defense and the Illinois National Guard as a Helicopter Maintenance Test Pilot.
My wife is a Nurse Case Manager for Aetna/CVS.
We both work from home at Oak Run
Interests
I enjoy spending time with my wife, children and granddaughter on the lake. I love trying new restaurants, but my real passion is cooking.