Want to get involved in A council?

Our office’s community councils provide the alderman with feedback on legislative priorities, new developments, community initiatives, and more. You can apply to join a community council here. Please note that applications for the Zoning Advisory Council closed shortly after we initially took office on 6/7/19. We do still accept applications on a rolling basis, and will interview new applicants to fill a limited number of vacant positions in spring of each year.

Zoning Advisory Council

The Zoning Advisory Council meets monthly to review and make recommendations on various zoning relief requests related to development projects.

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee meets approximately quarterly to address issues regarding transportation, parking, biking, and traffic.

Green Council

The Green Council is a group of neighbors focused on addressing the climate emergency, and local greening initiatives. Members have worked on projects including community recycling drives, native plant sales, an Eco Fest, passing the climate emergency resolution, composting expansion, and more.

Youth Council

The Youth Council is a group of 47th Ward residents grades 8 through 12 who work to engage and organize young people throughout the Ward. They consult with the alderman on legislative priorities, plan community events, and weigh in on the the issues most affecting young people in Chicago.

Senior Council

 The Senior Council is a group of residents who work to empower and support folks to age in place in the 47th ward. The Senior Council encourages and facilitates lifelong learning, offers opportunities to be engaged and give support in our community, and provides a hub to support connections for older adults. 

Openwall Chicago

Open Wall is a volunteer initiative that supports the artistic community of the 47th Ward through gallery exhibits and cultural programming in the Alderman's Office. Open Wall's landmark program is a rotating exhibit on our office walls comprised of art from emerging and established artists from the Ward, with accompanying events hosted by the Alderman's office featuring local performers. Open Wall also seeks collaborations with schools and community organizations from the Ward.