Meet the new City Council

The biggest Council gains were political. Six democratic socialists now hold seats, a six-fold increase since 2015 and more socialists than the Council has seen in more than a century. The Council includes 14 aldermen who were not there in 2015. That’s comparable to four years ago, but down from the 18 in 2011. Women hold 15 seats, three more than 2015, but short of the record 18 in 2007.

The aldermen are shown below in order of ward, not their seating arrangement in the Council Chambers, because leadership positions have not been finalized. Click here to contact your alderman, and scroll to the bottom for a downloadable PDF of the entire 2019 Chicago City Council.

Mayor of Chicago: Lori Lightfoot | Born: Aug. 4, 1962

Rocketed from long-shot underdog in the crowded mayoral field to overwhelming frontrunner. The former prosecutor and head of the Chicago Police Board won 17% of the vote in the 14-candidate first round in February, and then went on to trounce Toni Preckwinkle in April, winning all but 20 of the city’s 2,069 precincts. Chicago’s first black woman and first openly gay mayor.

1st Ward: Daniel La Spata | Born: Feb. 26, 1981 | Joined Council: 2019

A former policy and planning associate for Friends of the Park, the Democratic Socialist who unseated Proco “Joe” Moreno in February. Got in hot water for a photo from his bachelor party showing him posing in a banana suit with four African American children.

Contact Alderman Daniel La Spata

Phone: (773)-278-0101

E-mail: ward01@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 2740 W North Ave.

Website: http://daniellaspata.com/

2nd Ward: Brian Hopkins | Born: Nov. 8, 1961 | Joined Council: 2015

Former director of Illinois Coalition to End Homelessness-turned chief-of-staff to County Commissioner John Daley. Has ushered through plans for the controversial development Lincoln Yards, sparking protests and a public outcry to slow down.

Contact Alderman Brian Hopkins

Phone: (312)-643- 2299

E-mail: ward02@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 1400 N. Ashland Ave.

Website: https://www.aldermanhopkins.com/

3rd Ward: Pat Dowell | Born: May 13, 1957 | Joined Council: 2007

Lightfoot’s pick to take over powerful Budget Committee. Ex-college basketball player who was a big supporter of Wintrust Arena — the site Lightfoot chose for the 2019 inauguration ceremony. Previously chair of Council’s Committee on Human Relations.

Contact Alderman Pat Dowell

Phone: (773)-373-9273

E-mail: ward03@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 5046 S. State St.

Website: http://ward03chicago.com/

4th Ward: Sophia King | Born: Feb. 14, 1966 | Joined Council: 2017

Appointed to Council by Mayor Rahm Emanuel after Ald. Will Burns’ abrupt resignation. Beat attorney Ebony Lucas in special aldermanic election in 2017 and then again in February 2019 for a full, four-year term. Member of the Council’s Progressive Caucus and a former chemistry teacher at the Latin School.

Contact Alderman Sophia King

Phone: (773)-536-8103

E-mail: ward04@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 435 E. 35th St.

Website: http://www.aldsophiaking.com/

5th Ward: Leslie Hairston | Born: July 17, 1961 | Joined Council: 1999

Forced into a runoff against activist Will Calloway, but beat him in April by slim 1.3 percentage point margin. Initially opposed a community benefits agreement activists sought for the Obama Presidential Center, though now says she would support one. Progressive Caucus member.

Contact Alderman Leslie Hairston

Phone: (773)-324-5555

E-mail: ward05@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 2325 E. 71st St.

Website: http://leslieahairston.com

6th Ward: Roderick Sawyer | Born: April 12, 1963 | Joined Council: 2011

Saw his razor-thin Feb. 26 lead slip away, forcing him into April runoff against Deborah A. Foster-Bonner. Admitted he should have campaigned harder, and went on to win third term. Son of former Mayor Eugene Sawyer, head of Council Black Caucus, member of Progressive Caucus.

Contact Alderman Roderick Sawyer

Phone: (773)-635-0006

E-mail: ward06@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 700 E. 79th St.

Website: https://6ward.com/

7th Ward: Gregory I. Mitchell | Born: April 22, 1969 | Joined Council: 2015

Defender of aldermanic prerogative — unwritten rule that gives local aldermen final say over zoning and development in own ward — arguing it allows resident needs to be met. Supports elected school board. Long-term goal is the development of the US Steel South Works Site.

Contact Alderman Gregory I. Mitchell

Phone: (773)-731-7777

E-mail: ward07@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 2249 E. 95th St.

Website: https://www.gregmitchell7thward.org/

8th Ward: Michelle Harris | Born: Dec. 13, 1961 | Joined Council: 2006

Political protege of once powerful Stroger family who lost her bid to unseat Clerk of the Circuit Court Dorothy Brown. An Emanuel loyalist and chair of the Rules Committee, she refused to hold hearing on ordinance that would empower city inspector general Joe Ferguson to investigate aldermen.

Contact Alderman Michelle Harris

Phone: (773)-874-3300

E-mail: michelle.harris@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 8359 S. Cottage Grove Ave.

Website: https://www.aldermanmichelleharris.net/

9th Ward: Anthony Beale | Born: Oct. 22, 1967 | Joined Council: 1999

Could be big loser under Lightfoot Council shake-up plans. Pitched his own plan with him as Lightfoot’s floor leader, warning incoming mayor about picking fight she couldn’t win. She didn’t blink, even moving to dump him as head of Transportation Committee.

Contact Alderman Anthony Beale

Phone: (773)-785-1100

E-mail: ward09@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 34 E. 112th Place

Website: https://www.ward09.com/

10th Ward: Susan Sadlowski Garza | Born: Dec. 16, 1959 | Joined Council: 2015

Daughter of the late United Steel Workers of America chief and organizer Ed Sadlowski. Ousted 16-year incumbent John Pope in 2015 squeaker, then handily won second term in February. Supports a Chicago-based casino and a LaSalle Street tax but no commuter tax.

Contact Alderman Susan Sadlowski Garza

Phone: (773)-768-8138

E-mail: ward10@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 10500 S. Ewing Ave.

Website: https://www.aldssg.com/

11th Ward: Patrick Daley Thompson | Born: July 8, 1969 | Joined Council: 2015

Nephew of former Mayor Richard M. Daley — and grandson of Richard J. Daley — he sailed to second term representing family’s Bridgeport power base in February. Then made headlines for being under federal investigation for unsecured loan he got for ward fund from troubled Washington Federal Bank for Savings.

Contact Alderman Patrick Daley Thompson

Phone: (773)-254-6677

E-mail: ward11@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 3659 S. Halsted St.

Website: http://www.ward11.org/

12th Ward: George Cardenas | Born: Oct. 9, 1964 | Joined Council: 2003

Won seat in 2003 with help from powerful but controversial Hispanic Democratic Organization, secured fifth term in February with thin 25-vote majority. As chairman of Health Committee, proposed penny-an-ounce tax on sugary beverages. Supports casino, legalized and taxed recreational marijuana, LaSalle Street and commuter taxes.

Contact Alderman George Cardenas

Phone: (773)-523-8250

E-mail: ward12@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 3476 S. Archer Ave.

Website: http://www.12thwardchicago.com/

13th Ward: Marty Quinn | Born: Dec. 7, 1974 | Joined Council: 2011

Right-hand man of Speaker Michael Madigan and brother of Kevin Quinn, Madigan aide ousted over sexual harassment allegations by political consultant Alaina Hampton. Insists scandal didn’t cost him chairmanship of powerful Aviation Committee. Trounced Republican DePaul Freshman David Krupa in February after dropping challenge to his nominating papers.

Contact Alderman Marty Quinn

Phone: (773)-581-8000

E-mail: ward13@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 6500 S. Pulaski Rd.

Website: http://www.madigan-quinn.com/

14th Ward: Edward M. Burke | Born: Dec. 29, 1943 | Joined Council: 1969

Council’s longest serving alderman lost reins of Finance Committee — and front-row Council seat— thanks to federal charges of attempted extortion for allegedly trying to use Council position to win private law business. Still beat two challengers, telling supporters “It’s a great day.” Married to state Supreme Court Justice Anne Burke.

Contact Alderman Edward M. Burke

Phone: (773)-471-1414

E-mail: ward14@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 2650 W. 51st St.

Website: https://edwardburke2019.com/contact/

15th Ward: Ray Lopez | Born: May 26, 1978 | Joined Council: 2015

Fended off repeat challenger Rafael “Rafa” Yanez for a second term. Left Latino Caucus shortly after being re-elected due to a verbal sparring match with 35th Ward Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa, who opposed Lopez’s re-election. A member of LGBT caucus and former Southwest Airlines skycap.

Contact Alderman Ray Lopez

Phone: (773)-823-1539 (Brighton Park)

(773)-306-0837 (West Englewood)

E-mail: ward15@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 2376 W. 47th St. (Brighton Park Office)

6412 S. Ashland Ave. (West Englewood Office)

Website: http://www.the15thward.org/

16th Ward: Stephanie Coleman | Born: April 13, 1987 | Joined Council: 2019

Reclaimed seat once held by her mother, beating Ald. Toni Foulkes in April after failed campaign in 2015. Won this time by dubbing Foulkes an “absentee alderman.” Supports legal weed and a Chicago casino. Democratic Ward committeeman and daughter of former Ald. Shirley Coleman, who lost the seat in 2007.

Contact Alderman Stephanie Coleman

Phone: (773)-863-0220

E-mail: ward16@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 5411 S. Ashland

Website: https://www.stephaniedcoleman.com/

17th Ward: David Moore | Born: Feb. 21, 1966 | Joined Council: 2015

Wanted to make businesses allow people to use their public restrooms without making a purchase, but ultimately backed off. Supports Chicago casino and legalizing pot if money helps neglected areas. Supports real estate transfer tax and LaSalle Street tax to help ease city’s pension debt and fund education.

Contact Alderman David Moore

Phone: (773)-783-3672

E-mail: alderman@17ward.com

Office Address: 1344 W. 79th St.

Website: http://www.17thwardalderman.com/17thward/

18th Ward: Derrick G. Curtis | Born: June 3, 1968 | Joined Council: 2015

Won second term in February by clobbering challenger Chuks Onyezia, more than two-to-one. Supports exploring a Chicago casino, legalizing marijuana, a real estate transfer tax and video gambling before raising property or sales taxes. Democratic ward committeeman.

Contact Alderman Derrick G. Curtis

Phone: (773)-284-5057

E-mail: ward18@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 8359 S. Pulaski Rd.

Website: https://www.facebook.com/aldermancurtis18ward

19th Ward: Matthew J. O’Shea | Born: Aug. 26, 1969 | Joined Council: 2011

Tapped by Emanuel to head Aviation Committee. Provided key support to Lori Lightfoot after she won spot in runoff. Carved role as Council champion for domestic violence victims. Supports Chicago casino, legal weed, video gaming and real estate transfer tax for $1 million plus properties.

Contact Alderman Matthew J. O’Shea

Phone: (773)-238-8766

E-mail: matthewoshea@the19thward.com

Office Address: 10400 S. Western Ave.

Website: http://www.19thwardmobile.com/

20th Ward: Jeanette B. Taylor | Born: May 15, 1975 | Joined Council: 2019

Community activist known for her role in the Dyett School hunger strike. One of five democratic socialists on Council, she won seat after disgraced former Ald. Willie Cochran pleaded guilty to seeking bribes from businessmen and dipping into a charitable fund for personal use.

Contact Alderman Jeanette B. Taylor

Phone: (773)-855-8600

E-mail: ward20@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 6359 S. Cottage Grove Ave.

Website: None

21st Ward: Howard Brookins Jr. | Born: Oct. 21, 1963 | Joined Council: 2003

An Emanuel supporter who served on the school closings commission that resulted in the closure of 50 schools. Lightfoot’s pick to replace veteran Ald. Anthony Beale for transportation chairman in her tentative Council shake-up.

Contact Alderman Howard Brookins Jr.

Phone: (773)-881-9300

E-mail: ward21@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 9011 S. Ashland, Unit B

Website: https://21chicago.com/

22nd Ward: Michael D. Rodriguez | Born: Aug. 31, 1978 | Joined Council: 2019

Democratic ward committeeman and executive vice chair of the Cook County Democratic Party who replaces outgoing Ald. Ricardo Munoz. Rivals dubbed him Munoz’s “hand-picked successor” after Munoz was tainted by domestic violence allegations, but he still won easily in February. Supports legalized marijuana and exploring LaSalle Street and commuter taxes.

Contact Alderman Michael D. Rodriguez

Phone: None

E-mail: ward22@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 2500 S. Louis St.

Website: http://www.mikerodriguez.org/

23rd Ward: Silvana Tabares | Born: Jan. 7, 1979 | Joined Council: 2018

Spent five years in Illinois House before being appointed to the Council to replace retiring Ald. Mike Zalewski. A staunch Mike Madigan ally and Democratic state central committeewoman, she easily defeated her opponent in the February election to secure her first full term.

Contact Alderman Silvana Tabares

Phone: (773)-582-4444

E-mail: ward23@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 6247 S. Archer Ave.

Website: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/about/wards/23.html

24th Ward: Michael Scott Jr. | Born: Dec. 24, 1975 | Joined Council: 2015

Beat three rivals in February to secure second term, after winning seat in 2015 in race that started with 10 candidates. Focused on affordable housing and redevelopment, won library renovations and new boxing ring for Franklin Park. Former Chicago Park District official.

Contact Alderman Michael Scott Jr.

Phone: (773)-533-2400

E-mail: alderman24@aldermanscott.com

Office Address: 1158 S. Keeler Ave.

Website: http://aldermanscott.com/

25th Ward: Byron Sigcho-Lopez | Born: July 7, 1983 | Joined Council: 2019

One of six democratic socialists on Council, a community organizer who once ran Pilsen Alliance, which advocates for affordable housing, schools and social justice. Supports LaSalle Street, commuter and legalized marijuana taxes. Was backed by Chicago Teachers Union, replaces disgraced Ald. Danny Solis.

Contact Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez

Phone: (773)-523-4100

E-mail: inquiries@25thward.org

Office Address: 1645 S. Blue Island Ave.

Website: https://www.25thward.org/

26th Ward: Roberto Maldonado | Born: Aug. 28, 1951 | Joined Council: 2009

Narrowly escaped being forced into runoff, winning February majority by half a percentage point. A former Cook County commissioner, supports Chicago casino that’s sensitive to the needs of the community and video gambling, but not legalized weed at this time.

Contact Alderman Roberto Maldonado

Phone: (773)-395-0143

E-mail: ward26@cityofchicago,org

Office Address: 2511 W. Division St.

Website: http://www.robertomaldonado.com/

27th Ward: Walter Burnett, Jr. | Born: Aug. 16, 1963 | Joined Council: 1995

The third longest serving alderman, pushed stepson to succeed City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin in Illinois House. Sponsored ordinance to preserve single-room occupancy housing. Protégé of Secretary of State Jesse White, is open to Chicago casino, commuter tax and legalized and taxed marijuana, but undecided on LaSalle Street tax.

Contact Alderman Walter Burnett, Jr.

Phone: (312)-432-1995

E-mail: ward27@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 4 N. Western Ave.

Website: http://aldermanburnett.com/

28th Ward: Jason C. Ervin Born: May 7, 1974 | Joined Council: 2011

Sponsored ordinance that would have required equipping all sworn Chicago Police officers with Tasers and releasing videos of police-involved shootings within 14 days. Pushed for crackdowns on prostitution, public drinking, gambling and urinating on the public way. His wife, Melissa Conyears-Ervin, was elected city treasurer.

Contact Alderman Jason C. Ervin

Phone: (773)-533-0900

E-mail: info@aldermanervin.com

Office Address: 2622 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 200A

Website: http://www.aldermanervin.com

29th Ward: Chris Taliaferro | Born: Dec. 9, 1965 | Joined Council: 2015

Former Chicago Police officer, pushed senior and nursing home “safety zones” that enhanced fines and jail time for possession of an assault weapon and other gun-related offenses near nursing homes and other senior housing. Won second term by shutting out two challengers in February.

Contact Alderman Chris Taliaferro

Phone: (773)-237-6460

E-mail: ward29@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 2445 N. Harlem Ave

Website: http://www.aldtaliaferro.com/

30th Ward: Ariel Reboyras | Born: Aug. 7, 1953 | Joined Council: 2003

Defeated Jessica Gutierrez, daughter of former U.S. Rep. Luis Gutierrez in contentious runoff. Countered her “fresh voice” message by saying her father was trying to “buy” her a Council seat. Was chairman of Public Safety Committee, but could get Zoning instead. Was loyal to former mayors, Emanuel and Richard M. Daley.

Contact Alderman Ariel Reboyras

Phone: (773)-794-3095

E-mail: ward30@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 3559 N. Milwaukee Ave.

Website: https://www.30thwardchicago.com/

31st Ward: Felix Cardona Jr. | Born: Dec. 10, 1974 | Joined Council: 2019

Ousted freshman Ald. Milly Santiago in April runoff. Ally of former Cook County Assessor Joe Berrios, worked in assessor’s office. Supports Chicago casino, legalized and taxed marijuana and video gambling in Chicago if revenue is used to fund city pensions.

Contact Alderman Felix Cardona Jr.

Phone: None

E-mail: None

Office Address: 4606 (A) W. Diversey Ave.

Website: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/about/wards/31.html

32nd Ward: Scott Waguespack | Born: June 23, 1970 | Joined Council: 2007

Chairman of the Progressive Caucus and Lori Lightfoot’s pick to head coveted Finance Committee, a reward for endorsing Lightfoot that is at odds with plan senior aldermen proposed. An outspoken critic of Mayor Emanuel. One of five aldermen who ran unopposed.

Contact Alderman Scott Waguespack

Phone: (773)-248-1330

E-mail: info@ward32.org

Office Address: 2657 N. Clybourn Ave.

Website: http://ward32.org/

33rd Ward: Rossana Rodriguez Sanchez | Born: Nov. 13, 1978 | Joined Council: 2019

Born in Puerto Rico, Columbia College adviser who ended 44-year Mell dynasty by beating incumbent Deb Mell by just 13 votes in April runoff. One of six democratic socialists in the Council, is member of 33rd Ward Working Families organization created during 2015 race to oust Mell.

Contact Alderman Rossana Rodriguez Sanchez

Phone: None

E-mail: None

Office Address: 3001 W. Irving Park Rd.

Website: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/about/wards/33.html

34th Ward: Carrie Austin | Born: May 15, 1949 | Joined Council: 1994

Big loser in proposed Council shake-up. Outspoken veteran backed Toni Preckwinkle for mayor, but then vowed loyalty to Lightfoot in bid to remain Budget Committee chairman. Unimpressed, Lightfoot wants her on new equity issues panel instead. No. 2 in Council seniority. Hired her son as ward superintendent.

Contact Alderman Carrie Austin

Phone: (773)-928-6961

E-mail: ward34@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 507 W. 11th St.

Website: https://www.34thward.org/

35th Ward: Carlos Ramirez-Rosa | Born: Feb 18, 1989 | Joined Council: 2015

City’s youngest alderman, he’s dean of Council’s democratic socialists. Backed Toni Preckwinkle over Lightfoot. Has sparred with fellow aldermen, joining failed Twitter campaign to oust Ald. Ray Lopez. Was also called “a pile of s---” by Ald. Nick Sposato during dispute over their opposing mayoral endorsements.

Contact Alderman Carlos Ramirez-Rosa

Phone: (773)-887-3772

E-mail: ward35@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 2482 N. Milwaukee Ave.

Website: http://www.carlosrosa.org/

36th Ward: Gilbert Villegas | Born: Oct. 26, 1970 | Joined Council: 2015

A winner under Lightfoot’s Council plan. She tapped the Hispanic Caucus chairman to serve as her floor leader and chair of the Economic Development Committee. But that means he now must deliver the votes. Wants more Latinos in city jobs, saying Emanuel was “deaf on the issue.”

Contact Alderman Gilbert Villegas

Phone: (773)-745-4636

E-mail: ward36@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 6934 W. Diversey Ave.

Website: https://www.36thward.org/

37th Ward: Emma Mitts | Born: June 12, 1955 | Joined Council: 2000

Staunch supporter of new police and fire academy in West Garfield Park, which is part of her ward. Proposed, then pulled, an ordinance loosening liquor restrictions at strip clubs. Apologized for anti-gay remark caught on video during 2015 campaign.

Contact Alderman Emma Mitts

Phone: (773)-379-0960

E-mail: ward37@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 4924 W. Chicago Ave.

Website: https://em-37.com/

38th WARD: Nicholas Sposato | Born: Oct. 7, 1958 | Joined Council: 2011

One of Council’s most conservative members, left Progressive Caucus in part over clashes on social issues ranging from immigration to police reform. Contributed to defense fund of Officer Robert Rialmo, who shot and killed Quintonio LeGrier and neighbor Bettie Jones. A retired firefighter who suffers from multiple sclerosis, he uses a wheelchair.

Contact Alderman Nicholas Sposato

Phone: (773)-283-3838

E-mail: info@aldermansposato.com

Office Address: 3821 N. Harlem Ave.

Website: https://aldermansposato.com/

39th Ward: Samantha Nugent | Born: April 27, 1977 | Joined Council: 2019

Defeated Robert Murphy in April runoff to replace longtime Ald. Margaret Laurino. Former chief of staff for Cook County Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, most recent job was at health care non-profit. Supports a Chicago casino, legalizing marijuana, sports betting and video gambling.

Contact Alderman Samantha Nugent

Phone: (773)-736-5594

E-mail: ward39@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 4404 W. Lawrence Ave.

Website: https://samanthanugent39.com/

40th Ward: Andre Vasquez | Born: May 21, 1979 | Joined Council: 2019

Community activist and former battle rapper ousted Emanuel’s floor leader, Ald. Pat O’Connor, whose Council tenure put him just behind Ald. Ed Burke. A democratic socialist and AT&T account manager, he apologized for homophobic remarks made years ago.

Contact Alderman Andre Vasquez

Phone: (773)-654-1867

E-mail: info@40thward.org

Office Address: 5620 N. Western Ave.

Website: https://40thward.org/

41st Ward: Anthony V. Napolitano | Born: March 29, 1975 | Joined Council: 2015

A former Chicago police officer turned firefighter who lost the support of unions, such as the Service Employees International Union, that supported him four years ago. Half of the ‘conservative voting bloc’ along with Ald. Nick Sposato. Stood with Sposato as the Chicago Firefighters Union endorsed Lightfoot.

Contact Alderman Anthony V. Napolitano

Phone: (773)-631-2241

E-mail: ward41@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 7442 N. Harlem Ave.

Website: https://www.chicago41.com/

42nd Ward: Brendan Reilly | Born: Dec. 26, 1971 | Joined Council: 2007

Endorsed Lori Lightfoot and raised money for her campaign. Muffled sounds of street music in his downtown ward with ordinance that limited time and locations of performers. Also proposed or supported crackdowns on drag racing on Lower Wacker Drive, party buses downtown, cyclists on the Riverwalk and more.

Contact Alderman Brendan Reilly

Phone: (312)-642-4242

E-mail: office@ward42chicago.com

Office Address: 325 W. Huron St.

Website: http://www.ward42chicago.com/

43rd Ward: Michele Smith | Born: Feb. 12, 1955 | Joined Council: 2011

Secured another term in April runoff by touting independence and ethics reform efforts. Sponsored ordinance that would empower city Inspector General Joe Ferguson to investigate aldermen and their employees. Voted against massive Lincoln Yards development neighboring her ward.

Contact Alderman Michele Smith

Phone: (773)-348-9500

E-mail: yourvoice@ward43.org

Office Address: 2523 N. Halsted St.

Website: https://ward43.org/

44th Ward: Tom Tunney | Born: Aug. 22, 1955 | Joined Council: 2002

Council veteran was fellow aldermen’s choice to hold reins of Finance Committee, but Lightfoot wants him to head Zoning instead. The city’s first openly gay alderman. Styles himself as peacemaker between the Cubs’ owners and Wrigleyville residents — but is increasingly at odds with Ricketts family.

Contact Alderman Tom Tunney

Phone: (773)-525-6034

E-mail: ward44@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 3223 N. Sheffield Ave., Suite A

Website: https://www.44thward.org/

45th Ward: Jim Gardiner | Born: April 17, 1976 | Joined Council: 2019

Ousted Ald. John Arena in February. A Chicago firefighter/EMT and Chicago Public Schools teacher at Taft and Schurz high schools and 7th and 8th grade basketball coach. Supports elected school board and moratorium on charter schools. OK with Chicago casino, video gambling and legal marijuana if money goes to pensions.

Contact Alderman Jim Gardiner

Phone: (773)-286-4545

E-mail: ward45@cityofchicago.org

Office Address: 4754 N. Milwaukee Ave.

Website: https://www.gardinerfor45th.org/

46th Ward: James Cappleman | Born: Oct. 26, 1952 | Joined Council: 2011

Squeezed past challenger Marianne Lalonde by just 25 votes in April runoff. Was interim chair of the Zoning Committee after disgraced Ald. Danny Solis stepped down. Tried to delay the vote on Lincoln Yards and demanded more units of affordable housing for the project.

Contact Alderman James Cappleman

Phone: (773)-878-4646

E-mail: info@james46.org

Office Address: 4544 N. Broadway Ave.

Website: https://www.james46.org/

47th Ward: Matt Martin | Born: March 5, 1984 | Joined Council: 2019

Civil rights lawyer who worked for former Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan. Defeated former Emanuel policy chief Michael Negron in April runoff. Succeeds former Ald. Ameya Pawar, who limited himself to two terms and lost his bid to become city treasurer.

Contact Alderman Matt Martin

Phone: (773)-868-4747

E-mail: info@chicago47.org

Office Address: 4342 N. Lincoln Ave.

Website: https://www.matt47.com/

48th Ward: Harry Osterman | Born: April 16, 1967 | Joined Council: 2011

A former state rep and community activist with a focus on public safety issues. His name was recently linked to a decades-old hiring scandal from his days as Streets and San personnel director, but he defended his tenure and says he was never accused of wrongdoing.

Contact Alderman Harry Osterman

Phone: (773)-784-5277

E-mail: harry@48thward.org

Office Address: 5533 N. Broadway Ave.

Website: http://48thward.org/

49th Ward: Maria Hadden | Born: Jan. 20, 1981 | Joined Council: 2019

Ousted longtime Ald. Joe Moore in February. A member of the LGBT community and a member of Network 49, the ward’s independent progressive political organization, Hadden supports a LaSalle Street tax, a real estate transfer tax and legalizing and taxing recreational marijuana.

Contact Alderman Maria Hadden

Phone: (773)-338-5796

E-mail: office@49thward.org

Office Address: 1447 W. Morse Ave.

Website: https://www.49thward.org/

50th Ward: Debra Silverstein | Born: Oct. 4, 1965 | Joined Council: 2011

A former small business owner and Emanuel ally who has advocated for residents upset about noise from O’Hare Airport and better constituent services for her ward. Wife of former state Sen. Ira Silverstein.

Contact Alderman Debra Silverstein

Phone: (773)-262-1050

E-mail: info@50thwardchicago.com

Office Address: 2949 W. Devon Ave.

Website: http://50thwardchicago.com/

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