The head of an agency that handles wastewater in Cook County is running for county board president. Terrence O'Brien has served on the Metropolitian Water Reclamation District's board for two decades. O'Brien joins an already-crowded race for the Democratic nomination.
O'BRIEN: I've talked to many people [who've] been very receptive...They've seen what we've done we've done here as an agency at the water reclamation district, and I think they're ready for some new ideas and new energy as well as new leadership at the county.
Other candidates include incumbent Board President Todd Stroger, Chicago Alderman Toni Preckwinkle and Congressman Danny Davis.
O'Brien says he'll need about $2-million for the campaign. He currently has about $150,000 dollars in campaign accounts.