Dedicated to Highland Park
A third generation Highland Park resident, Kim and her husband Ken have raised their two children here. Deeply involved in our community, Kim has served on City Council since 2013.
As your Councilwoman, Kim has been a strong advocate for our community. She knows how to build consensus, work collaboratively with sister governments, and deal with tough issues in a practical way to meet the needs of Highland Park residents. Kim is the only candidate with a deep understanding of the critical importance of reducing our carbon footprint in an economically sustainable way. Municipalities can be a driving force for change when it comes to environmental action since cities have jurisdiction over building and zoning codes, fleet purchases, roads and other infrastructure.
I am proud to endorse Kim Stone for Highland Park City Council. Kim has been an effective councilwoman during her tenure and a great advocate for her constituents. She is a true leader on the board, working to address climate change on a local level, ensuring the city’s annual budget reflects the needs of the entire community, and spearheading important projects to make walking and road-biking safer for pedestrians. I look forward to continuing to work with Kim to bring results to the people of Highland Park.
Congressman Brad Schneider
A Record of Success
As the only incumbent running for re-election, Kim’s strong record of success sets her apart from the other candidates. Her knowledge of how the City operates and experience getting things done is crucial as we begin the recovery from the pandemic.
Kim’s strong advocacy, combined with decades of professional experience in nonprofit management, has led to a solid record of success as a Councilwoman. During her time on City Council, Highland Park has maintained a balanced budget and AAA bond rating, taken action to reduce the City’s greenhouse gas emissions, developed a long term capital plan to efficiently maintain City infrastructure, filled gaps in the sidewalk network, achieved recognition as a Bicycle Friendly Community, streamlined the permit process for solar installations, provided support to small businesses suffering during the pandemic, added year round food scrap pick-up to our trash service, and more.
Kim strives to represent all residents of Highland Park in her decisions, and to vote in the best interests of our community. During her time on City Council, she has always listened to the views of residents and thoroughly studied the issues which have come before the Council. Constituent services are a priority, and Highland Park residents often reach out to Kim to share issues or get assistance with problems regarding the City.
Kim Stone is a progressive and thoughtful leader on the Highland Park City Council. We have no greater advocate for our environment and for policies that will reduce our carbon footprint as a community. I’m excited and proud to endorse Kim Stone for re-election to the City Council.
Paul Frank, Lake County Board Member
Vision for the Future
Kim is running for re-election because there is more work to be done for Highland Park to:
- Become more environmentally sustainable;
- Be an accessible and safe place to get around on foot, by bicycle or by motorized transit;
- Become a more equitable and affordable community in which to live;
- Have thriving business districts in which to shop and dine;
- Offer residents opportunities to experience cultural arts;
- Be a vibrant place to live, work and play; and
- Have beautiful natural areas to visit.
Through the years, I have worked with Kim in a myriad of environmental, affordable housing, and safety net issues for the benefit of our mutual residents. Kim is dedicated, committed, responsive and resourceful, and works tirelessly on behalf of all residents in our community.
Anne Flanigan Bassi, Moraine Township Supervisor
Education and Professional Experience
Kim’s educational background includes:
- Master of Public Policy, University of Michigan
- Master of Science, University of Michigan
- Bachelor of Arts, Middlebury College
Kim’s Public Policy degree and decades of professional experience in non-profit management have helped her understand how to develop policies and laws that improve our lives, our health and the environment.
Kim’s professional experience includes:
- Safer Pest Control Project
- Great Lakes Protection Fund
- Environmental Law and Policy Center
- Alliance for the Great Lakes
- Museum of Science and Industry
- Union of Concerned Scientists
- MacArthur Foundation
I have known and worked closely with Kim Stone on local politics for many years and appreciate her tremendous attention to detail. City government is responsible for many critical functions — from public safety to infrastructure to human services. Kim is passionate about safeguarding our environment and ensuring that our local government meets the needs of our community. From personal experience, I can tell you that she does her homework and will advocate for Highland Park. Kim is a conscientious steward of our City with a strong record of service and commitment. As a Highland Park resident, I enthusiastically support her for re-election to the City Council.
Lauren Beth Gash, Former State Representative