JOLIET — Will County Executive Larry Walsh enjoyed one of his most comfortable nights in months Tuesday, winning a landslide re-election after a fiercely fought campaign. Walsh, a mainstay in Will County government for four decades, appeared to deflect with ease his opponent's attempts to characterize him as a Chicago-style politician. Walsh, a mainstay in Will County government for four decades, appeared to deflect with ease his opponent's attempts to characterize him as a Chicago-style politician. He had 60 percent of the vote over Republican opponent Dan Kennison, and Walsh extended his margin of victory from 2004, when he was first elected county executive .

It was 18 years ago this month that Congress passed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).   This legislation was created to prohibit discrimination against persons with disabilities – and guarantees them equal access to employment, public services, public accommodations and telecommunications.   While we have improved greatly as a Nation in addressing disability issues since that time, it is important to note that the number of disabled Americans continues to grow – as does their need for a better quality of life. �

On behalf of the members of the University Park Professional Fire Fighters, we have truly appreciated you past efforts to bring steady and controlled growth to Will County.  Will County has continued to tank among the fastest growing counties in the United States and we feel that this County will need a dedicated and experienced individual as yourself to ensure its continued success. We wish you the best of luck during campaign and in the upcoming election. Respectfully, Brian Chellios Local Secretary �

Larry Walsh (D-Elwood), Will County Chief Executive Officer was recently unanimously endorsed by the Will-Grundy Buidling Trades Council for re-election. In announcing the endorsement Tom White, president of the Council said, "Larry Walsh has done an outstanding job.  He works from sun up til well into the evening everyday.  He has been at the forefront of fighting to keep the Third Airport under local control and put a halt to the attempt to outsource county jobs.  The council has enjoyed an excellent relationship with Larry through the years and he has earned our support." Walsh has also been endorsed by the Will-Grundy Central Trades and Labor Council AFL-CIO and AFSCME Local 1028 which represents the county employees.