Carrie Austin
| Carrie Austin | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Chicago City Council from the 34th Ward | |
|
Assumed office July 13, 1994 | |
| Preceded by | Lemuel Austin |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Lemuel Austin |
| Children | Seven |
| Profession | Alderman |
Carrie Austin is alderman of the 34th ward on the city's far south side. The predominantly African-American ward includes portions of Morgan Park, Roseland, Washington Heights and West Pullman. She is also the Democratic Committeewoman for the 34th ward.[1]
Chicago City Council
Austin was appointed by Richard M. Daley to the seat of her late husband Lemuel Austin. She officially took office on July 13, 1994.[2]
As a member of the Chicago City Council, she serves on six committees: Budget and Government operations; Energy, Environmental Protection and Public Utilities; Finance; Health; Housing and Real Estate; and Zoning.
Austin served as a delegate to the 2012 Democratic National Convention.[3]
References
- ↑ Connolly, Colleen (February 6, 2015). "Get to Know Your Ward: 34th Ward". Chicago, Illinois: WMAQ-TV. Retrieved March 5, 2017.
- ↑ Davis, Robert (June 29, 1994). "Daley Tabs Widow For Austin Post". Chicago Tribune. Chicago, Illinois. Retrieved March 5, 2017.
- ↑ Newman, Craig (2012-09-02). "Who are the Illinois delegates to the Democratic National Convention?". Chicago Sun-Times. Retrieved 2012-09-06.
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