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Democrat for Lake County Board, District 1

Jose Martinez

Rooted in purpose, growing our future together.

A dedicated public servant and Antioch village trustee running to bring steady leadership, fiscal accountability, and a real voice for the communities of Antioch, Lindenhurst, Old Mill Creek, and Wadsworth to the Lake County Board.

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Jose Martinez, Democratic candidate for Lake County Board District 1

What I'm Fighting For

Key Issues

Fiscal Responsibility

Trimming waste and supporting an efficient county government grounded in fiscal responsibility and accountability to the taxpayers of District 1.

Strong Local Economy

Growing a strong local economy that benefits our urban, suburban, and rural communities alike, creating opportunity for residents across District 1.

Public Transit

Advocating for public transit opportunities that meet the needs of residents while helping drive economic growth throughout Lake County.

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Jose Martinez being sworn in at a Lake County government ceremony

Meet Jose

Rooted in Lake County

Born and raised in eastern Lake County, Jose calls Antioch home, where he and his wife have raised their two teenage children. As an elected village trustee and former planning and zoning commissioner, he knows firsthand that real progress happens when government works alongside the community.

With more than 25 years as a public servant and union official, Jose has built his career on bringing people together to get things done. That's the mindset he'll bring to the Lake County Board.

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Trusted Leadership

Experience That Matters

Village Trustee Elected Trustee, Village of Antioch
25+ Years of Public Service Public servant & union official
Planning & Zoning Former appointed commissioner

On the Ground

Jose in the Community

Jose Martinez with a crowd of supporters holding Jose Martinez Lake County Board signs at his campaign fundraiser Jose Martinez with supporters holding campaign signs at a coffee meet and greet at 3Legged Brewing in Antioch, Lake County, Illinois Jose Martinez at a coffee meet and greet at Little Bean Coffee Company in Lake County, Illinois Jose Martinez in a rain poncho at a local 5k in Lake County, Illinois Jose Martinez volunteering at a beekeeping booth with an observation hive at the Lake County Fair Jose Martinez in a cornfield at a local farm wearing a Lake County Board campaign shirt Jose Martinez speaking to supporters at a Democratic event in Lake County, Illinois Jose Martinez with a supporter wearing an I Back Jose shirt at a summer campaign fundraiser Jose Martinez with Congressman Brad Schneider at a community gathering in Lake County, Illinois Jose Martinez holding campaign literature while canvassing the district Jose Martinez with his son at a Lake County classic car show Jose Martinez greeting families along the route at the Antioch 4th of July parade Jose Martinez shaking hands with a supporter at the Antioch 4th of July parade Jose Martinez campaign car with yard signs in the Antioch 4th of July parade Jose Martinez with his two children Jose Martinez supporting the Cop on a Rooftop Special Olympics fundraiser in Antioch Jose Martinez planting trees on Arbor Day in Antioch Jose Martinez beekeeping in Lake County, Illinois Jose Martinez with a horse on a Lake County forest preserve trail

Community Support

Endorsements

Endorsed by

  • AFSCME PEOPLE

  • Lake County Democratic Women

  • IUOE Local 150

  • SMART Transportation Division

  • Sheriff John Idleburg

  • Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen

Also endorsed by Hon. Wallace Dunn, Retired Lake County Judge

"I'm proud to endorse Jose Martinez for Lake County Board District 1. Jose has spent more than 25 years serving working families and the communities he calls home. Born and raised in Lake County, he brings deep local roots and valuable experience as a union leader, former planning and zoning commissioner, and current Antioch village trustee. I support Jose because he knows how to listen, bring people together, and turn shared priorities into results. Jose understands the different needs of the district's urban, suburban, and rural communities and will be a responsible steward of taxpayer dollars. I know Jose will serve with integrity and always put the people of Lake County first."

Rep. Brad Schneider

10th Congressional District of Illinois

"I'm proud to support Jose Martinez for the Lake County Board."

Holly Kim

Lake County Treasurer

Lauren Underwood is proud to endorse Jose Martinez, Lake County Board District 1. Endorsed by Farm Team PAC. Election Day is November 3rd.

"I've watched him work with residents, businesses and fellow elected officials. I've seen the time and energy he puts into our community. And I've seen firsthand the genuine commitment he has to the people he serves. That's why I'm proud to call Jose my friend, proud to serve alongside him, and proud to endorse him for Lake County Board."

Brent Bluthardt

Village of Antioch Trustee

"Jose is the kind of leader District 1 needs on the Lake County Board."

Marah Altenberg

Lake County Board Member, District 19

"I am proud to endorse Jose Martinez for Lake County Board, District 1. His experience as an Antioch Trustee and commitment to community service make him the most qualified candidate for a county board position."

Bob Hayden

Village of Wadsworth Trustee

"Jose truly listens to people, and it is clear that he has the best interests of our community at heart. His community involvement extends well beyond his role on the Village Board giving him a genuine pulse on the needs, concerns, and hopes of the people he serves. I am proud to support Jose and look forward to seeing him continue working to move Lake County forward in a thoughtful and positive direction."

Rebecca McNeill

Village of Antioch Trustee

Recognition

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Jose received the "Qualified Candidate" distinction from the Lake County Farm Bureau.

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