Police, Metra stations become focus of Elmhurst mayor race

Elmhurst voters will choose between incumbent Mayor Scott Levin and challenger Mark Mulliner in the April 1 election, with both candidates outlining their reasons for running, views on city issues, and plans during recent conversations and a candidate forum. Levin aims to continue the progress made during his first term, while Mulliner focuses on reducing costs for taxpayers, particularly water bills, and delaying major projects like a new police station and Metra station upgrades. The candidates differ on these projects and other issues, such as downtown redevelopment and affordable housing options, with Levin emphasizing the need for continued development and grants, and Mulliner proposing alternative solutions and collaboration among city taxing bodies to lower costs for residents.

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