-By Warner Todd Huston
John Garrido is currently a Chicago Policeman but he wants to be your 45th Ward Alderman. He is running against long-time Alderman Pat Levar. (Skip to the bottom of this entry to see his current schedule of appearances)
Garrido’s basic platform is as follows:
- Actually read city ordinances and raise common sense questions before voting on them;
- Demand resources for public safety by properly staffing and equipping the Chicago Police and Fire Departments;
- Speak out against selling off any more of our precious assets like they did with our parking meters and the skyway;
- Be an advocate for small businesses who can bring jobs and revenue to our neighborhoods;
- Never vote for a tax increase, but instead demand we properly manage our resources;
- Welcome citizen interaction and work closely with neighborhood associations to rebuild and develop our Ward.
Here is an interview with Garrido that was posted at ChicagoElections2011.com.
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John Garrido Wants to be Your 45th Ward Alderman”
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