Howard Brookins Jr.

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Howard Brookins Jr. . is alderman of the 21st ward in Chicago. (map[1]) He was elected in 2003 and is currently serving his first term. [2]

1 Early life
2 Public Service
3 Aldermanic career
4 Personal life

[edit] Early life

Brookins attended Mendel Catholic High School, Southern Illinois University and Northern Illinois University.

[edit] Public Service

Brookins is a former Assistant Defender, Assistant States Attorney, and Special Assistant Attorney General. Brookins serves on the Board of Directors for Community Media Workshop and he is active with the 9100 South Union Block Club. Brookins is currently a partner in Brookins and Wilson Law Firm.

[edit] Aldermanic career

Brookins was elected as alderman in 2003 and is currently serving his first term. Brookins serves on five committees: Committees, Rules and Ethics; Economic, Capital and Technology Development; Historical Landmark Preservation; Special Events and Cultural Affairs; Traffic Control and Safety.

Because he was not able to achieve a majority of votes in the February 27 2007 election, he will stand in a runoff election on April 17, 2007. His challenger is Leroy Jones. [3] [4]