Communitty activist Oscar Sanchez to seek City Council seat in Chicago’s 10th Ward | State | #citycouncil
CHICAGO — Oscar Sanchez, the co-founder of two community organizations on the Southeast Side, has announced his candidacy for 10th Ward alderperson. Sanchez is seeking the seat currently held by Susan Sadlowski Garza, who confirmed to Block Club Chicago that she intends to seek a third term in next year’s municipal election. The 10th Ward […]
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Proposal to require secret ballot for election of Kenosha City Council president fails | Government & Politics | #citycouncil
A proposal to require a secret ballot election among alderpersons when selecting a Kenosha City Council president failed to pass Wednesday night. A proposed ordinance change would have required council members to vote by secret ballot during the organizational meeting following elections. The City Council president presides over meetings when the mayor is absent and […]
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Kenosha City Council votes for signs discouraging panhandling | Government & Politics | #citycouncil
If you plan to panhandle in Kenosha, the City Council would rather you collected alms from local social organizations instead of asking motorists for money in the elements at busy intersections. The Kenosha City Council unanimously voted in favor of a resolution discouraging curbside panhandling in the city Monday evening. Sponsored by Ald. David Mau […]
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