Isaac Carothers
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Isaac "Ike" Carothers is alderman of the 29th ward in Chicago; he was first elected in 1999.
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[edit] Early life
Carothers grew up in Chicago, where both his father and grandfather were active in local politics. His father was alderman of the 28th ward.
Carothers went to public elementary and high schools; he earned a degree in Political Science from DePaul University and his Masters in Criminal Justice from Chicago State.
[edit] Public Service
Carothers worked for the Cook County Defender’s Office, he was Superintendent for the Department of Water, Director of Internal Audit for the Chicago Park District, and in 1997 was named Deputy Commissioner of Streets and Sanitation.
[edit] Aldermanic career
Carothers was elected alderman in 1999 beating nine opponents including the incumbent candidate.
Carothers highlights a new police station, a senior housing development, a movie theater, and new restaurants as some of his accomplishments.
Carothers serves on four committees: Committees, Rules and Ethics; Finance; Special Events and Cultural Affairs; Transportation and the Public Way.
[edit] Personal life
Alderman Carothers is married to wife Sharon, and they have two sons, Sherman and Matthew. Carothers attends the Original Providence Baptist Church.
