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District Council Vacancies
24TH DISTRICT COUNCIL VACANCY
On March 31, 2024, District Council Member Edvette Jones resigned from District Council 024, creating a vacancy. The remaining members of the District Council held an application process to identify three qualified candidates for the vacancy pursuant to Municipal Code of Chicago 2-80-070 and state law. At the 24th District Council’s public meeting on June 12, 2024, the 24th District Councilors recommended to the Commission three candidates to fill the existing vacancy. After its own evaluation process, the Commission will recommend one of the three candidates listed below in alphabetical order for Mayor Johnson to consider for appointment. The Mayor is responsible under state law for making an appointment, subject to review and consent by City Council.
Gregory D Gross
Jasmine Harris
Keola (Keo) Jean-Joseph
6TH DISTRICT COUNCIL VACANCY
On April 30, 2024, 6th District Council Member Eric Russell resigned from District Council 006, creating a vacancy. The remaining members of the District Council held an application process to identify three qualified candidates for the vacancy pursuant to Municipal Code of Chicago 2-80-070 and state law. At the 6th District Council’s public meeting on May 23, 2024, the 6th District Councilors recommended to the Commission three candidates to fill the existing vacancy. After its own evaluation process, the Commission will recommend one of the three candidates listed below in alphabetical order for Mayor Johnson to consider for appointment. The Mayor is responsible under state law for making an appointment, subject to review and consent by City Council.
LaKesha Gage-Woodard
Willamae Turnipseed
Ciera Whitaker