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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 was born on June 12, 1955. She is a city leader, called an alderman, for Chicago's 37th ward on the West Side. This area includes parts of Austin, West Garfield Park, and West Humboldt Park. She has been representing this ward since the year 2000.
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Early Life of Emma Mitts
Emma Mitts was born in Elaine, Arkansas, on June 12, 1955.
Before becoming an alderman, she worked for the city of Chicago. She helped with special projects for the Department of Streets and Sanitation. This department is in charge of keeping the city clean and organized.
Serving on the Chicago City Council
Joining the City Council
In January 2000, Emma Mitts was chosen by Mayor Richard M. Daley to join the Chicago City Council. She took over the role from Percy Giles. The City Council is a group of elected officials who make laws and decisions for the city of Chicago.
Re-election and Key Decisions
Emma Mitts has been re-elected several times by the people of her ward. She won elections in 2003, 2007, 2011, 2015, and 2019. This shows that her community trusts her to represent them.
In 2006, the first Wal-Mart store in Chicago opened in her ward. She also had a different view on a rule about large stores, known as the 2006 Chicago Big Box Ordinance.
Later Political Roles
During the second round of the 2019 Chicago mayoral election, Emma Mitts supported Lori Lightfoot for mayor. After another leader, Karen Yarbrough, passed away, Mitts was chosen for a new role. She became a state central committeewoman for Illinois's 7th congressional district. This means she helps lead the Democratic Party in that area.
