Derrick
Kunz
for MAYOR of ROCKFORD
Rockford needs a Mayor who will:
Make Public Safety a priority
Weigh in on the condition of the school system and the graduation rate
Use the pulpit of the Mayor’s office to change the trajectory of the city
Keep Businesses and people from fleeing Rockford because of better schools, lower taxes and less crime
Attract New business development to create jobs and lessen the tax burden on current property taxpayers
Forge the relationships and alliances that will move Rockford forward
Strength through Education!
When our schools struggle, it impacts public safety, economic growth, taxes, and the future of Rockford. Our children deserve better. Our schools should be a refuge for children and families; a place of opportunity, innovation, and a committment to success that every child in Rockford deserves. It’s time for real leadership that puts our kids first.
As Mayor, I will engage the school district and the community to make sure our children are prepared for life and work. I’ve been told over and over that as mayor this is not my job but I disagree. If we invest in our community and the next generation we will see a decrease in crime and an increase in economic growth. Businesses will see an attractive community that their employees will want to live in. I plan to partner with our Board of Education and school adminstration to create an advisory board made up of teachers, principles, administrators, and community leaders so City Council understands what’s happening in RPS 205 and how we can offer our support.
Meet Derrick Kunz
Derrick Kunz was born and raised in Rockford, Illinois, and attended Christian Life School before going on to Rock Valley College. In 2011, Derrick married Amanda Feery, who works for the Rockford Public School District 205, and together they have two wonderful daughters, ages 10 and 7. After high school, Derrick began working in the food service industry, and in 2000, he transitioned to Verizon Wireless, where he steadily rose through the ranks. In 2009, he joined Cricket Wireless and was responsible for bringing the brand to Rockford, overseeing the development of over 400 stores across four states. After 15 and a half years, Derrick shifted his focus to real estate in July 2024, a career begun in 2017 as a hobby for his own investment ventures, growing significantly over the years. Derrick has served on The Northwest Community Center board as Vice President and currently serves on the Winnebago County Board of Health and Chair the Policy committee.
Derrick began circulating petitions for Mayor of Rockford in October of 2024 and submitted the names of nearly 800 Rockford voters who asked that his name be placed on the ballot.
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