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Mayor Rotering highlights sister‑city solidarity, GFOA award and election reminders; League of Women Voters urges turnout
Summary
Mayor Rotering opened the Feb. 23 meeting with remarks expressing solidarity with Highland Park’s sister city Puerto Vallarta, announced the city’s 40th consecutive GFOA award for financial reporting, and reminded residents about the March 17 primary. Nancy Goldberg of the League of Women Voters urged voter participation during public comment. Council member Brockman also shared a personal account in recognition of MS Awareness Month.
Mayor Rotering opened the meeting by acknowledging reports of violence and instability in parts of Mexico and said Highland Park stands with its sister city, Puerto Vallarta. "Highland Park values its global connections, and we stand with our sister city and with our neighbors here at home," the mayor said.
The mayor also announced that the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) recognized Highland Park with its Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the city's 2024 annual comprehensive financial report — the city's 40th consecutive year receiving the award. The mayor urged residents to view the report at cityhpil.com/backslashbudget.
Rotering reminded residents that the primary election is Tuesday, March 17, and provided voting resources: early voting beginning March 2, the OVA online registration deadline of March 1 (ova.elections.illinois.gov), and Lake County information at lakecountyil.gov. She advised that mailed ballots should be postmarked promptly and that voters can request a manual postmark at USPS retail counters if returning a ballot on election day.
During Business from the Public, Nancy Goldberg, chair of the League of Women Voters of Highland Park–Highwood, encouraged turnout and voter preparation, offering early-voting schedules and a link to sample ballots. "Your vote truly matters," Goldberg said, urging residents to register and participate.
Separately, council member Brockman spoke to recognize Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month, described personal experience with MS and treatment, and encouraged community support. "MS picked the wrong person because I could be pretty stubborn," Brockman said, closing with a call to community empathy and inclusion.
The mayor closed the report by noting there were no appointments or proclamations that evening and thanking staff and volunteers for the city’s financial reporting work.
