Editorial: Helping our neighbors (Wkgn) to the north

[suele3]

Then there are all the people I meet who are embarrassed to live in Waukegan. "Oh,well I live on the western border right next to Gurnee" comments are so annoying. One of our southern neighbors' banks, Highland Park Bank was a sponsor of the 8th Annual Mardi Gras Silent Auction & Casino Night to benefit Waukegan Main Street. Some folks in Waukegan can use Lake Forest residents' help. But what Waukegan really needs to make a long term impact is involvement (and counsel) of large businesses such as the Highland Park Bank. I was surprised to see this but encouraged. Well organized, financially successful professionals providing donors (and input) is just what we need. - Assuming it's a well run bank with some leadership who enjoy making a positive impact. Outsiders welcome for such endeavors. Maybe they can be recruited to add input and guidance, our town sure needs it.