Are you a johnny-come-lately who wants to get a piece of the runoff action?
Welcome! We're glad to have you!
Check out this DNAinfo article about registering to vote in what is has become one of Chicago's most suspenseful elections. On April 7, the entire city will elect a new mayor from the top two candidates in February's election. What's more, if you're living in Bridgeport, you can also select a new alderman--the 11th Ward has a runoff, too.
Bridgeport Alliance is looking forward to seeing you at the polls!
Bridgeport Alliance is a grassroots organization of local residents and institutions committed to engage in the decision making that impacts our community utilizing education, advocacy, and collaborative action to promote responsive government and an improved quality of life for all residents. For more information or to join our mailing list, contact info@bridgeportalliance.org
Monday, March 2, 2015
Tuesday, February 24, 2015
Vote Today!
Today the city of Chicago will elect a mayor and city council. To find the location and hours of your polling place and download a sample ballot, visit the Chicago Board of Elections website here. The materials are available in a wide variety of languages, including Spanish and Chinese.
The 11th Ward, which includes Bridgeport, will choose its first new alderman in 17 years. Not sure which candidate fits your bill? Check out their websites here:
John Kozlar
Maureen Sullivan
Patrick Daley Thompson
Please vote--make your voice heard!
The 11th Ward, which includes Bridgeport, will choose its first new alderman in 17 years. Not sure which candidate fits your bill? Check out their websites here:
John Kozlar
Maureen Sullivan
Patrick Daley Thompson
Please vote--make your voice heard!
Saturday, February 21, 2015
Early Voting Ends Today!
February 21 is the last day for early voting in the 2015 mayoral/city council election. You can find more information on how to vote here.
Make your voice heard!
Make your voice heard!
Tuesday, February 17, 2015
Chicago Election in One Week
Don't forget that elections for the city of Chicago take place on February 24, 2015. To find your polling place and read a sample ballot, visit the Chicago Board of Elections website at http://www.chicagoelections.com. The positions of mayor and 11th War (Bridgeport) alderman are at stake. Make your voice heard!
Thursday, February 12, 2015
11th Ward Aldermanic Forum a Success!
Bridgeport Alliance is proud to report that our 11th
Ward Aldermanic Forum exceeded our expectations! Working with six organizations for over four months, we
brought all three candidates together to talk about the most important issues
facing our community. Here are
some highlights:
- Turnout doubled our estimates—First Lutheran Church of the Trinity was standing room only!
- Thanks to the planning and hard word of our crew (not to mention the efforts of moderator Rebecca Berg and timekeeper Chris Kremer), the event went very smoothly and finished on time.
- We got a chuckle out of the audience with our final question: “How do you feel about dibs?
- The event was covered by DNAinfo.com and taped for later broadcast by CAN TV.
We’re very proud of our members, volunteers, and allies, who came
together to embody the kind of grassroots democracy that Bridgeport Alliance
stands for.
Want to vote? Learn more here:
http://www.chicagoelections.com/en/home.html
Learn more about your 11th Ward candidates here:
Learn more about our co-hosts here:
Asian Americans Advancing Justice—Chicago Bridgeport Pride
Coalition for a Better Chinese American Community
Pilsen Alliance
Raise Your Hand
Roots of Justice at UIC
Wednesday, January 21, 2015
Format For 11th Ward Aldermanic Forum: Three candidates confirmed
CHICAGO – The Bridgeport Alliance today announced the format for a forum with candidates running for Alderman of the 11th ward. The 2015 election marks the first time in over three decades that an incumbent is not running for the seat. The debate is scheduled to be held January 25 at 3:00pm at First Trinity Lutheran Church at 643 W 31st Street.
“Eleventh ward residents have a clean slate this year,” said Bridgeport Alliance chairperson Ruby Pinto. “During the debate we’re hoping to learn about the candidates and equip voters with the knowledge to confidently cast their ballots on February 24.”
Each candidate will be given three minutes for an opening statement. Opening statements will be followed by questions that have been submitted by 11th Ward residents. Prior to the forum, candidates were given a list of the topics to be addressed, but not specific questions.
Candidates will have two minutes to answer each question. The event is a forum as opposed to a debate and candidates are encouraged to answer the questions directly.
Questions will be posed in a revolving order so that no candidate is “always first” or “always has the final word.”
To conclude the forum, each candidate will offer a closing statement. After the forum, all are welcome to stay and chat with candidates, enjoy cookies and coffee, and meet neighbors.
Bridgeport Alliance has secured confirmation of attendance from all three candidates vying for the seat including John Kozlar, Maureen Sullivan and Patrick Thompson. The three confirmed candidates have all successfully gained enough signatures to be on the February ballot.
During the planning phase, Bridgeport Alliance has invited community groups throughout the 11th ward to be co-hosts and submit questions or subjects for discussion during the debate.
“We’re hoping to turn out a large, diverse crowd,” said Pinto. “The 11th ward is home to large numbers of Asian, Latino and European groups and we want all of them to be able to make informed decisions at the ballot box.”
A voter registration table will also be set up. Volunteers will be on hand to help individuals register to vote.
Pinto says that the Bridgeport Alliance has secured Chinese and Spanish translators for the debate. “No one should be excluded because of a language barrier,” she said. The debate will also be recorded and made available online after the event for those who are unable to attend.
In seeking a moderator for the debate, several candidates were vetted. Librarian Rebecca Berg was selected as the moderator for the debate. Berg has helped cull submitted questions and will promote robust discussion on topics important to residents.
“Our next Alderman has the ability to shape the direction of the 11th ward for years to come,” said Pinto. “Residents have a duty to themselves and their neighbors in February. We’re excited for this opportunity to help set the tone and ensure that the people are heard.”
The forum will be held this Sunday
Thursday, January 8, 2015
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