Donna Jones (Richmond Town Board Chairperson (Walworth County), Wisconsin, candidate 2025)

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Donna Jones

Nonpartisan

Candidate, Richmond Town Board Chairperson (Walworth County)

Elections and appointments

Last election

April 1, 2025

Personal

Profession

IT project manager

Donna Jones ran for election to the Richmond Town Board Chairperson (Walworth County) in Wisconsin. She was on the ballot in the general election on April 1, 2025.

Jones completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Donna Jones provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on March 21, 2025:

• High school: Marengo Community High School
• Bachelor's: University of Illinois at Chicago, 1987
• Gender: Female
• Profession: IT Project Manager
• Incumbent officeholder: No
• Campaign slogan: We can do better.

Elections

General election

General election for Richmond Town Board Chairperson (Walworth County)

Donna Jones ran in the general election for Richmond Town Board Chairperson (Walworth County) on April 1, 2025.

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Donna Jones completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Jones' responses.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I’m Donna Jones, a 25-year resident of Richmond Township. My background is in IT Project Management. I started out working with financial systems, and spent most of my career in maintenance systems and asset management. I have experience in a lot of different industries and technical areas, but it's working with people that made that work successful. I like to listen and communicate with people.

I started working the elections in Richmond township many years ago and always enjoyed meeting my neighbors as we ensure our elections were administered properly. I became more involved in the township after I retired by volunteering where I could.

I'm married and my husband Pat and I have a completely spoiled dog "Ellie" who keeps us active. We have family in the area, spend time outdoors, and love to hear live music whenever we can.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• If I’m elected Richmond Township Chairperson, my first priority will be to: 1. Be a responsible steward of our money.
• My second priority will be to: 2. Work to make the Town Board a cohesive, productive working team.
• My third priority will be to: 3. Provide transparency and good communication with the residents.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Fair and thorough vendor bidding and awards.
While state law only requires multiple bids for work over $25,000, I think it's prudent to get multiple bids on all kinds of expenses. It's important that the board is fair and impartial in vendor selection.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

The Town Chair leads the Town Board which represents the residents of the township.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

My father. He was a math teacher, a City Treasurer, a Park District Commissioner, a Boy Scout Troop Leader, a Track & Field Coach, a Church Leader, and a Mason; all while being a terrific father to five children.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

n/a

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Honesty.
Ability to listen.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I lead by doing and work WITH people. I am going to work hard to make our board work together.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

The Town Chair is probably noticed the most for leading the monthly town board meetings and the annual town meeting, but the responsibilities include:

- Communicating with the town residents
- Preparing and adopting an annual budget
- Ensuring that adequate fire protection and ambulance service is provided to residents
- Ensuring that the township's roads, roadways, and other properties are maintained
- Submitting reports and information to the county and state as required

- Keeping the residents informed.

What legacy would you like to leave?

A cooperative functioning team.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

I think I remember watching tv when we landed on the moon, but I definitely remember when President Nixon resigned. I was young :)

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

I swept sidewalks after my brother mowed lawns. It only lasted one summer, but was a great first job.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Too many to list.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

There are always songs in my head. The Beatles "Penny Lane" has been playing for the last three days.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Maintaining decorum. I like to joke around too much.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

No.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

At least as an Observer.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

Leadership and Patience.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the local government?

The Town Chair leads the Town Board which represents the residents of the township.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

"Transparency" seems to be the buzzword of this election. I STRONGLY believe that there are only 2 things that should be "SECRET":

- Township employee's performance evaluations
- During the contract bidding process, vendor's contract bids should remain secret until the contract is awarded.
Financial transparency occurs by first not having secrets, but secondly, we need to make it easier for our residents to know the activities of the township. Making the treasurer's report more detailed as it is now is a huge step in the right direction.

While a town board meeting is technically for the board members to meet and the public to observe, it should not take long to provide information on what is going on (i.e. what bills are being paid, etc) to the residents. Both spoken and written communications need to be clear and timely.

Accountability is much simpler when the residents are always invited and informed. Votes are done openly, not via secret ballot so it is always clear how the board members vote.

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