Gilbert Villegas

Gilbert Villegas
City of Chicago Alderman
from the 36th Ward
Assumed office
May 2015 (2015-05)
Preceded by Nicholas Sposato (redistricted)
Personal details
Born Chicago, Illinois
Political party Democratic
Residence Montclare, Chicago, Illinois
Alma mater Northeastern Illinois University
Military service
Allegiance  United States
Service/branch U.S. Marine Corps
Unit 2nd L.A.A.M. Battalion
Battles/wars Gulf War

Gilbert Villegas is a Democratic Alderman representing the 36th ward. The 36th ward includes Belmont-Cragin, Galewood, Hermosa, Humboldt Park, Montclare and Portage Park. [1] Prior to his election to the Chicago City Council, he served as Chief of Staff of the Illinois Capital Development Board.[2]

He is a member of the following committees; Aviation, Committees, Rules and Ethics, Economic, Capital and Technology Development, Health and Environmental Protection, Pedestrian and Traffic Safety and Transportation and Public Way.[3] He is also a member of the Chicago City Council Latino Caucus.[4]

References

  1. "Ward Maps" (PDF). Chicago Board of Elections. 2012-09-21. Retrieved 2016-03-14.
  2. "Gilbert Villegas Jr appointed by IL Gov. Quinn to Chief of Staff for IL Capital Development Board". Hispanic Professional Network. 2011-04-07. Retrieved 2016-03-14.
  3. "Legistar Profile – Gilbert Villegas". City Clerk of Chicago. 2016-03-14. Retrieved 2016-03-14.
  4. Bertagnoli, Lisa (2015-11-06). "The Latino Caucus Foundation's first gala". Crain's Chicago Business. Retrieved 2016-03-14.
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