Michael Negron
“I care deeply about a Chicago where everyone can get ahead.”
Matt Martin
“I’m running for Alderman because there are too many neighbors in our ward and our city who are struggling.”
Angie Maloney
“I'll be a hands-on Alderman and help residents cut through red tape of city regulations and access the services they need.”
Gus Katsafaros
“I promise you that I will be a hands-on alderman that will be readily available to the residents and business community.”
Eileen Dordek
“When you listen, you’re able to collaborate on solutions.”
Jeff Jenkins
“Every individual, family and of course our seniors are a vital part of the 47th Ward, and my office will be open to each and every one of you.”
Chicago City Council | 2019 Election Voters' Guide
Fifty aldermen make up the Chicago City Council, each representing one of Chicago’s wards. Aldermen introduce, consider and debate citywide laws and resolutions in City Council. They also have a great deal of power within each of their individual wards, controlling more than $1 million of “menu money” each year and overseeing a variety of issues such as business licenses, zoning and city jobs.
Chicago City Treasurer | 2019 Election Voters' Guide
The city treasurer oversees and manages all money and investments for the city of Chicago, its four employee pension funds and the Chicago Teachers’ Pension Fund. The current clerk is Kurt Summers, who decided not to run for re-election.
Chicago City Clerk | 2019 Election Voters' Guide
The city clerk is responsible for keeping the official records of the city government. The clerk’s office issues business licenses, vehicle stickers and parking permits. The current clerk is Anna Valencia, who was appointed by Mayor Rahm Emanuel when Susana Mendoza won the 2016 special election for Illinois comptroller.
Marianne Lalonde
“I invest every hour of my free time back into the 46th ward.”
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