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SUMMARY:Inside City Hall: Understanding Chicago’s Aldermanic System
DESCRIPTION:Lincoln Forum and the Union League Club of Chicago present:\nInside City Hall: Understanding Chicago’s Aldermanic System\nA Candid Discussion with Former and Current Aldermen on How Chicago’s Government Really Works\nWednesday\, May 14 | 11:30 am to 1:30 pm \nUnion League Club of Chicago\, 65 West Jackson Boulevard\, Chicago \nChicago’s City Council plays a crucial role in shaping the city’s future\, but how does it really work behind the scenes? Join us for an insightful luncheon panel featuring three seasoned public servants—Retired Alderman James Balcer (11th Ward)\, Retired Alderman Leslie Hairston (5th Ward)\, Retired Alderman Michele Smith (43rd Ward) and 15th Ward Alderman Raymond Lopez—as they share firsthand insights on navigating the political landscape of the nation’s third-largest city. Veteran Political Reporter\, Mike Flannery will moderate the conversation. \nFrom balancing constituent needs and mayoral priorities to negotiating major policies and unwritten rules\, this discussion will offer an unfiltered look at how decisions are made at City Hall. Whether you’re a policy enthusiast\, engaged citizen\, or just curious about how Chicago’s government operates\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. \nTickets: https://bit.ly/4iDFykm \n**For table and other sponsorship opportunities\, please contact Lori Montana atLori@lincolnforum.org or 773-320-1938.
URL:https://lincolnforum.org/event/inside-city-hall-understanding-chicagos-aldermanic-system/
LOCATION:Union League Club of Chicago\, 65 West Jackson Blvd.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60610\, United States
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