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Emma Mitts
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| Member of the Chicago City Council from the 37th ward |
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| Assumed office January 7, 2000 |
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| Preceded by | Percy Giles |
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| Born | June 12, 1955 Elaine, Arkansas, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Education | Phillips Community College University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Triton College |
Emma Mitts is an important leader in the city of Chicago. She was born on June 12, 1955. She serves as an alderman for the 37th ward on Chicago's West Side. An alderman is like a city council member. They represent a specific area, called a ward, and help make decisions for the city.
The 37th ward is a diverse area. It includes parts of neighborhoods like Austin, West Garfield Park, and West Humboldt Park. Emma Mitts has been representing this ward since the year 2000.
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Early Life and Career
Emma Mitts was born in Elaine, Arkansas. She later moved to Chicago. Before becoming an alderman, she worked for the city. She was a coordinator for special projects. This role was in the Chicago Department of Streets and Sanitation.
Serving Chicago's City Council
Emma Mitts became part of the Chicago City Council in January 2000. She was chosen by the mayor at that time, Richard M. Daley. She took over the role from the previous alderman.
Re-elections and Key Decisions
Since her first appointment, Emma Mitts has been re-elected many times. She won elections in 2003, 2007, 2011, 2015, and 2019. This shows that the people in her ward trust her leadership.
In 2006, a big Wal-Mart store opened in her ward. This was the first Wal-Mart in Chicago. She also took a stand on a city rule called the 2006 Chicago Big Box Ordinance. This rule was about how large stores operate.
Political Involvement
Emma Mitts is also involved in wider city politics. In the 2019 Chicago mayoral election, she supported Lori Lightfoot. Lori Lightfoot later became the mayor.
After a leader named Karen Yarbrough passed away, Emma Mitts was given another important role. She was appointed as a state central committeewoman. This role represents Illinois's 7th congressional district. It means she helps make decisions for the Democratic Party in that area.
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