Two-term Ald. Fourteen aldermanic seats are up for grabs in the Taliaferro, who was just 25 votes short of avoiding a runoff, has led the ward since 2005. Committee Members. Incumbent City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin ran uncontested for a second full-term. Turnout by age and gender will not be available until later this week, but early returns showed the number of young people voting rose compared to the first round of the election in February. Tom Tunney, is shown inside the Belmont Street Ann Sather location in 2020. As of 10 p.m. Tuesday, the race was still close to call. Public safety, youth services and economic development have been key issues for the Southeast Side ward. Tunney, owner of Ann Sather Restaurants and a former chairman of the Illinois Restaurant Association, said his concerns are a little more sophisticated than Sposatos. The 2023 aldermanic elections have brought some of the youngest candidates to the races. Authorities continue search for Texas man suspected of killing 5, Mom warns others after son severely burned from social media challenge, NW Side restaurant burglarized 4 times in 5 weeks, owners say: VIDEO. "As of right now, the race is very close and it's a virtual tie.". Does that say he's less committed to the business that he serves or that he has?" Jim Gardiners first term on the Chicago City Council went beyond the usual complaints about crime, business development and potholes. A runoff election was Creative Scott, left, is challenging Ald. [10], Members of the City Council fractured in support for two competing maps: one proposed by the Rules Committee and supported by the Black Caucus and one called the "Coalition Map" supported by the Latino Caucus. He will be in a runoff to succeed Roderick Sawyer, who gave up the office to run for mayor. In the 43rd Ward, Brian Comer had initially refused to concede to appointed Ald. "There are some new young progressives also moving in, and so there is going to be a mix of old school and younger voices," said Grace Chan McKibben, Coalition for a Better Chinese American Community. CB Johnson, left, is challenging Ald. Do those public dollars come from 6 miles-per-hour traffic cameras? 2023 Chicago elections Election dates Filing deadline: November 28, 2022 General election: February 28, 2023 Runoff election: April 4, 2023 Election stats Offices up: Mayor, city clerk, city treasurer, city council, and police district councils Total seats up: 119 ( click here for mayoral election) Election type: Nonpartisan Gilbert Gil Villegas, who won a third term. And while it's unclear how all of this will affect who is elected to represent the ward, questions about what's next continue. Reboyras chooses retirement over difficult reelection campaign", "Indicted Ald. Anthony Napolitano Faces Edison Park Organizer In Race For 41st Ward Seat", "5 Candidates Vying To Unseat Lightfoot-Appointed Ald. Here's What 48th Ward Voters Should Know", "Uptown Resident Nick Ward Announces Run For 48th Ward Seat, Setting Up Likely Showdown With Ald. But that doesnt quite explain the generational changing of the guard going on this time. I think theres gonna be an effort to address issues like mental health, he said, along with affordable housing and homelessness., Osterman, who chairs the Councils housing committee, said all those issues have grown since the pandemic, but public safety, going into the next summer, is gonna be the No. Meet Your Next City Council", "New City Council includes an apparent record number of women to be sworn in, overall progressive shift", "11th-hour Remap Deal Emerges With 41-plus Votes, Dimming Threat Of Referendum", "Ward Map Battle Begins Again With New Hearings Can Alderpeople Reach A Compromise? [28], Candidates are required to submit a petition with 473 signatures from registered voters in their ward in order to appear on the ballot. Another 46 years of experience will be lost with the exits of George Cardenas (12th), Michele Smith (43rd), James Cappleman (46th) and Harry Osterman (48th). Daniel LaSpata is trying to prevent his predecessor, Proco Joe Moreno, from making a political comeback. She did so with the backing of former Mayor Richard M. Daley and his brother Cook County Commissioner John Daley, and the attendant political boost and baggage that come with their endorsements in the traditional Daley family seat of power. With 93% of precincts reporting, Mosley had 51% of the vote to 49% for Dantzler, according to unofficial results from the Chicago Board of Elections. Roberto Maldonado withdraws from race for Chicago City Council", "Another one bites the dust: Ald. Each alderperson represents one of Chicago's 50 wards. Media commentators and analysts have noted this unusually high number of retirements, comparing it to the broader "Great Resignation" phenomenon in the United States workforce. Heres a look at each of the aldermanic races on the ballot Tuesday and some of the key issues in each ward. WebThe 2023 Chicago mayoral election was held on February 28, 2023, to elect the mayor of Chicago, and former Chicago alderman from the 12th ward (20032022) (endorsed Lightfoot in the first round) Iris Martinez, Clerk of the Cook County Circuit Court (2020present) Chicago aldermen. 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Osterman", "Pritzker on DeSantis: He's 'Trump with a mask', "Committee Details for Friends of Seva Gandhi", "Committee Details for 48th Ward Residents for Dennis Sneyers", "Freshman Ald. The City Council Chamber at City Hall. Lee was appointed by Mayor Lori Lightfoot to replace Patrick Daley Thompson who was convicted of fraud. So were shooting for a majority to make these things real for people who have deserved them for a very long time.. The following candidate filed petitions but was removed from the ballot: Incumbent alderperson Brendan Reilly (elected 2007) is running uncontested for re-election. New City Council members are sworn in by City Clerk Anna Valencia in 2019. April 25, 2023 / 1:17 PM / CBS Chicago. [33], Incumbent alderperson Carlos Ramirez-Rosa (elected 2015) is running uncontested for re-election. Michele Smith, Despite controversies, Ald. (Terrence Antonio James and Shanna Madison/Chicago Tribune). We can do more to protect workers, a labor executive writes. Policing and public safety are the biggest issues in this ward that encompasses all or parts of the Old Irving Park, Portage Park, Jefferson Park, Gladstone Park, Edgebrook, Wildwood and Norwood Park neighborhoods. Appointed Ald. I dont think that there will be an effort to defund police. Chicago elections 2023: City Council poised for big changes with multiple races up for grabs Unclear who among over 170 Chicago aldermen candidates will win, One incumbent lost in the first round and five others were forced into a runoff, where all five won. With a race for mayor on the ballot, the voter turnout was higher in Chicago than in the suburbs where the biggest races were mostly school board elections and the highest voter turnout was in DuPage County with 20.3%. (E. Jason Wambsgans and Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune). That could set the stage for the electorate to send even more veterans packing. Ariel Reboyras Retiring, 4 Candidates Are Running To Be The Next 30th Ward Alderperson", "After Close Race In 2019, Jessica Gutirrez Running For 30th Ward Aldermanic Seat Again", "Ald. A look at where the rebuilding Bears stand after general manager Ryan Poles second NFL Draft. Carrie Austin with bribery, Mayor Lori Lightfoot urges Texas Gov. [33], The following candidates filed petitions but were removed from the ballot due to insufficient signatures:[33], The following candidates filed petitions but withdrew before ballot certification:[33]. The winner of the 6th Ward will be one of a dozen new faces on the Chicago City Council. Illinois Governor Recall Amendment (2010), Transportation Taxes and Fees Lockbox Amendment (2016), Right to Collective Bargaining Amendment (2022), Commission for Public Safety and Accountability, "A Guide for candidates to Elected Office of the City of Chicago for the 2023 Elections", "2023 Election Information: Pamphlet and Calendar", "Kam Buckner, A South Side State Rep, Is Running For Mayor", "Willie Wilson Party may be permanent fixture", "Willie Wilson joins 2023 race for mayor", "Ald. That's the most in a city election since February 1999 when 623,755 ballots were cast. Other interesting races include the four-way battle in the 1st Ward, where first-term Ald. 10th ward candidate scar Snchez is campaigning to bring a co-governance approach to the aldermans office. Critiques of incumbent Ald. The elections are non-partisan and use a two-round system where the top two finishers compete in a second-round run-off if no candidate receives more than 50% of the vote in th In the race to replace Ald. ", "My opponent is running for alderman. Gilbert Villegas declares victory over CTU leader, Recently appointed Ald. Chicago election officials Tuesday finalized the results of the runoff, memorializing wins for Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson and 14 members of the City Council that were forced into the runoff because no winner scored a majority of votes in the Feb. 28 general election. However, her opponent, Chicago Police instructor Anthony Ciaravino, also has connections to the Daleys. (Trent Sprague/for the Chicago Tribune). Retired firefighter Cornell Dantzler and community organizer Ronnie Mosley were in a tight race Tuesday. Anthony "Tony" Ciaravino is challenging Ald. That odd drawing has been called a pool noodle shape and both candidates said they disagree with it. 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[1][2] The elections will be administered by the Chicago Board of Elections. It was the citys first nonpartisan municipal election and 623,755 total ballots were cast that year. Public goods are paid for by public dollars. Vying for the 30th Ward seat vacated by longtime Ald. Jason Ervin Unopposed For 4th Term After All 3 Challengers Kicked Off Ballot", "Ald. Considering those stakes, its no wonder business leaders have created a big-money PAC to prevent the Council from turning sharply to the left and why United Working Families, a progressive group with close ties to the Chicago Teachers Union, has endorsed 18 Council candidates. A total of 613,795 Chicago voters cast ballots in the runoff. Cornell Dantzler, left, and Ronnie Mosley are running for the 21st Ward seat. [33] Challenger Richard Mpistolarides filed petitions, but was removed from the ballot for allegedly circulating petitions with a false address.[110]. 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Mike Quigley he won't run for Chicago mayor in 2023", "Chicago FOP President John Catanzara says he won't challenge Lightfoot in 2023 mayoral election", "Chicago mayoral election: Lightfoot challengers could launch campaigns soon, sources say", "Lightfoot's troubles put her under harsh spotlight as office she holds becomes shadow of what it was", "Tabulated Statement of the Returns and Proclamation of the Results of the Canvass of the Election Returns for the February 28, 2023 Municipal General and Alderperson Elections Held in Each of the Precincts in All the Wards in the City of Chicago", "Clobbered in race for Illinois secretary of state, Valencia will seek reelection as city clerk", "City Clerk Anna Valencia Assured 2nd Term After No Challengers Enter Race", "City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin Is Unopposed For 2nd Term As City's Top Banker", "Redrawing Chicago wards map sets off battle between Black, Latino caucuses", "Interested in Serving on a District Council? While many of the candidates in the 14 runoff races on April 4 ballots declared victory or accepted defeat on Election Day, others were too close to call in the days immediately following the election. Moreno lost his seat in 2019 after a string of scandals. Jason Ervin No Longer Running Unopposed After 28th Ward Challenger Added Back To Ballot For Now", "West Side Ald. Jim Gardiner", "45th Ward Runoff Comes Down To Ald. RELATED: Brandon Johnson elected Chicago's next mayor. Harry Osterman Won't Seek Reelection After Three Terms As Edgewater, Uptown Alderman", "Lopez Rules Out Reelection Bid for City Council, Says He Is 'All In' with Mayoral Bid", "Ald. Pat Dowell, chair of the budget committee. WebApril 18, 2023 Last day that a mailed Vote By Mail ballot (postmarked or certified April 4 or earlier) may arrive at the Election Board to be included in the count. Theres also the question of how progressive, aggressive and persistent their replacements will be, or whether the newbies will be moderate, passive and willing to be led by the mayor. Sophia King's 4th Ward Seat", "12 Hopefuls Aim To Replace Ald. Tom Tunney In 44th Ward After Challenger Knocked Off Ballot", "5 Candidates Are Challenging Ald. Will 1st Ward Voters Give It To Him? Aldermen seek federal funds to help with influx of migrants in Chicago. Nicole Lee held on to the seat Lightfoot appointed her to representing the 11th Ward by winning convincingly with 62% of the vote over challenger, Chicago police Officer Anthony Tony Ciaravino. Harry Osterman participates in a panel discussion on civilian police oversight at a City Club of Chicago luncheon in May 2018. Tom Tunney Endorses Chief Of Staff Bennett Lawson To Replace Him As 44th Ward Alderman", "Bennett Lawson Will Likely Succeed Ald. 2 killed, 4 wounded in Mississippi shooting; man arrested, 150 years later, Dixon bridge tragedy among nation's worst, Presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy says he wants to 'shut down the FBI' and replace it with something that sounds a lot like the FBI, Sanders: Biden could win in a landslide, Promises and plans from Colorado Springs Mayoral candidates, May primary election is Tuesday: Here are 5 things you need to know, Voting reminder for Allegheny County residents, Early voting results in El Paso for May 6 Uniform Election, Early voting: 2023 total well behind 2017 race after five days. Howard Brookins Jr. stepping down in May after two decades, but who it is remains to be seen. Turnout in runoffs has been both up and down in Chicago. Sean Kevin checks in to vote on Election Day at Roden Library in the 41st Ward on April 4, 2023, in Chicago. Elections will be held for Mayor of Chicago, City Clerk of Chicago, City Treasurer Fourteen aldermanic seats are up for grabs in the April 4, 2023, runoff election. Tai said she hopes the new Council will be far more progressive, paving the way for a legislative agenda filled with keeping promises Lightfoot broke. James Capplemanin the North Side 46th Ward, with contender Kim Walz conceding late Tuesday. The departure of four more longtime members Leslie Hairston (5th), Howard Brookins (21st), Ariel Reboyras (30th) and Tom Tunney (44th) will deprive the Council of 84 more years of experience. Im gonna take an active role in trying to make sure that the Council and the next administration is respectful of the business community, he said. Burnett, a 28-year-veteran who has been a loyal supporter of every mayor he has ever served under, will be the new City Council dean. WebNoteworthy elections. That means a new face on the council regardless of who wins. [33][46], The following candidate filed petitions but was removed from the ballot due to insufficient valid signatures:[50], The following candidate filed petitions but was removed from the ballot due to insufficient valid signatures:[33], The following candidates filed petitions but were removed from the ballot due to insufficient valid signatures:[33], Incumbent alderperson Gregory Mitchell (elected 2015) is running uncontested. [21][22] She was first appointed to office in 2017, and elected outright in 2019. See Chicago aldermanic race results as they come in below. But in 2019, when Lori Lightfoot defeated Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, turnout in the runoff dropped to 33.1% compared to nearly 35.5% in the general. Attorney Timmy Knudsen, 32, became the City Councils youngest member when Lightfoot chose him to fill the opening created by the early resignation of Ethics Committee Chair Michele Smith (43rd).
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