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A Dedicated Community Leader

Jim is Ready to Go to Work as Arlington Heights Mayor!

Where it Began

Jim moved to Arlington Heights when he was in the 4th grade and attended District 25 and District 214 public schools. He and his wife Cindy raised their four (now adult) children in this wonderful community where they were active in youth sports. Jim served for seven years as a member and Chairman of the Arlington Heights Park District Soccer Advisory Committee and a youth travel soccer coach for the Arlington Aces boys and girls teams for more than 13 years.

Jim and Cindy are now extremely proud grandparents to their first grandchild from their son-in-law Ryan and daughter Stephanie, who is a teacher in Arlington Heights.

Public Servant

Prior to being elected to the Arlington Heights Village Board where he is now serving his third term, Jim was appointed to serve on the Arlington Heights Design Commission, where he was both a member and Chairman for 11 years. For nearly 25 years, Jim has utilized his expertise, professional training and skills, along with his strong community ties to help guide smart development that ensures the Village of Arlington Heights remains a wonderful place to live, work, play and celebrate strong family values.

Business Owner / Entrepreneur

Jim founded Tinaglia Architects in Arlington Heights 1991 after becoming a licensed architect. He has been fortunate to design many high-profile buildings and businesses in Arlington Heights, where his office remains to this day.

Being an architect means Jim is obligated to protect the health, safety and welfare of the community. As Arlington Heights’ next Mayor, JIm will utilize his professional expertise and years of experience to always guide the Village toward smart development that maintains and strengthens quality of life for both residents and businesses.

Endorsements from Arlington Heights Elected Officials and Community Leaders

Arlington Heights Village Board
Current and Former

Tom Hayes – Current Mayor
Jim Bertucci – Current Trustee
Scott Shirley – Current Trustee
Carol Blackwood – Former Trustee /President Pro Tem
Bert Rosenberg – Former Trustee
/President Pro Tem
Mark Toljanic – Former Trustee
Helen Jensen – Former Trustee
John Scaletta – Former Trustee
Norm Breyer – Former Trustee
Tom Stengren – Former Trustee
Joe Farwell – Former Trustee
Steven Daday – Former Trustee

Other Current and Past
Elected Officials of Arlington Heights

Maryfran Healy Leno – President, Arlington Heights Park District
Board of Commissioners
Millie Palmer – President, Township High School District 214
Board of Education
Tim Gelinas – Vice-President, Arlington Heights Park District
Board of Commissioners
Rob Nesvacil – Commissioner & Past Vice-President, Arlington Heights Park District Board of Commissioners
Robert Whisler – Past President, Arlington Heights Park District
Board of Commissioners
Andrew Bennett – Past Vice-President, Arlington Heights Park District
Board of Commissioners
Jim Perkins – Past President, Township High School District 214
Board of Education
Jim Bertucci – Past President, Arlington Heights Memorial Library
Board of Library Trustees

Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce
Past Board Presidents

Ernie Rose
Colin Gilbert
Jason Miller
Terry Ennes
Carol Blackwood
Kris Stabler
Deb Whisler
Joe Favia
Cliff Higley
Diana Erinfreid
Jim Bertucci

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