These men and women work hard every day in front and behind-the-scenes serving the public throughout the year. They get to know as many people as possible so here is your opportunity to get to know them.
- Frank M. Zuccarelli
- Joyce Washington
- Nobert Cipowski
- Gerald “Jerry” Jones
- Stafford Owens
- Geary “Pepe” DePue
- Jacqueline E. Davis-Rivera
- Cassandra Holbert
Frank M. Zuccarelli, Supervisor
How long have you been a board member? 23 years
What do you enjoy most about public service? When you get an opportunity to make a real difference in someone’s life that sticks with you. Local government is where you can make that impact
Your favorite Township event: Spirit of Thornton Township and Christmas Care program
Your favorite movie: Scent of a Woman and Pretty Woman
Your favorite musical artist: The Beatles and Tina Turner
Last bad movie you saw or the worse movie you ever saw: Mars Attacks!
One fact about you that people might not know: I was in the Air Force
Joyce Washington, Trustee
How long have you been a board member? 19 years
What do you enjoy most about public service? The best part is having the ability to be involved in the lives of children and senior citizens and make a positive impact.
Your favorite Township event: I enjoy the senior luncheons and senior parties and our Christmas Care toy giveaway
Your favorite movie: The Color Purple
Your favorite musical artist: Luther Vandross and Nina Simone
Last bad movie you saw or the worse movie you ever saw: The Exorcist
One fact about you that people might not know: I collect antique teapots
Nobert Cipowski, Trustee
How long have you been a board member? 11 years
What do you enjoy most about public service: I love working with the seniors. Just talking to them and finding out what their needs are helps me serve them better
Your favorite Township event: Taste of Thornton Township, Days in Park
Your favorite movie: From Here to Eternity
Your favorite musical artist: Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash
Last bad movie you saw or the worst movie you saw: The Monument Men
One fact about you that people might not know: I have been a season ticket holder for Notre Dame football for 50 years
Gerald “Jerry” Jones, Trustee
How long have you been a board member? Four Years
What do you enjoy most about public service: The ability to serve the great residents of Thornton Township is my favorite part. I enjoy having sitting down, meeting and having conversations with our residents.
Your favorite Township event: Days in the Parks
Your favorite movie: Hoosiers
Your favorite musical artist: Spinners
Last bad movie you saw or the worst movie you saw:
One fact about you that people might not know: I have coached the Dolton Bears for 25 years and I remember every one of the kids’ names
Stafford Owens, Trustee
How long have you been a board member? 3 years
What do you enjoy most about public service? I like giving back and serving the community because the community has done so much for me.
Your favorite Township event: Taste of Thornton Township and community parades
Your favorite movie: Gladiator
Your favorite musical artist: Bill Withers
Last bad movie you saw or the worse movie you ever saw: The Last Airbender by M. Night Shyamalan
One fact about you that people might not know: My second favorite movie is the Lion King
Geary “Pepe” DePue, Highway Commissioner
How long have you been an elected office: Two years
What do you enjoy most about public service: I enjoy volunteering at the senior and special services dances. Just seeing the happiness our events bring gives me happiness
Your favorite Township event: Holiday Dinner
Your favorite movie: The Godfather
Your favorite musical artist: Sly and the Family Stones
Last bad movie you saw or the worst movie you saw: The English Patient
One fact about you that people might not know: I collect muscle cars
Jacqueline E. Davis-Rivera, Clerk
How long have you been an elected office: 13 years
What do you enjoy most about public service: Whenever I see the joy that our programs offer people whether that is getting a food box or just answering a question, it is the reason why I got into public service
Your favorite Township event: Taste of Thornton Township, Special Services dances
Your favorite movie: The Robe
Your favorite musical artist: John Coltrane and Miles Davis
Last bad movie you saw or the worst movie you saw: Ghost
One fact about you that people might not know: I really wish I could sing
Cassandra Holbert, Assessor
How long have you been an elected official: Three years
What do you enjoy most about public service? I really enjoy making people feel good about a situation and giving them some type of hope and inspiration.
Your favorite Township event: Taste of Thornton Township
Your favorite movie: Equalizer
Your favorite musical artist: Michael Jackson
Last bad movie you saw or the worse movie you ever saw: Saw
One fact about you that people might not know: I have a bad habit of spreading myself too thin because I want to get everything done