Chicago Useful Links
Things are scary rn. This page is designed to act as a repository for people in Chicago who want to take action but don't know where to start.
Take action in your neighborhood
Select an area to find organizations near you
Cool girls know their Alderperson
Chicago is made up of 50 legislative districts (Wards), each with its own elected Alderperson. Together, all 50 Alders form the legislative body of Chicago. Basically like the congress of the city.
What do Alderpeople do? Video
Your Alder is basically the reason things do or don't happen in your ward. Some duties include: voting on city legislation, requesting infrastructure/street improvements, providing city services to residents and businesses.
Who Elects Them?
You do! Aldermanic elections happen with Chicago's municipal elections (like the Mayoral election) every 4 years. Our next municipal election is in 2027.
