Gil Villegas | |
|---|---|
 Villegas at a runoff debate, 2015 | |
| Member of the Chicago City Council from the 36th ward | |
| Assumed office May 18, 2015 | |
| Preceded by | Nicholas Sposato (redistricted) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 26, 1970 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Education | Northeastern Illinois University (BA) |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Branch/service |  United States Marine Corps |
| Unit | 2nd Light Antiaircraft Missile Battalion |
| Battles/wars | Gulf War |
Gilbert Villegas (born October 26, 1970)[1][2] is an American politician. He is a member of the Chicago City Council, serving as alderperson for the city's 36th ward. The 36th ward includes Belmont-Cragin, Galewood, Hermosa, Humboldt Park, Montclare and Portage Park. [3] Prior to his election to the Chicago City Council, he served as chief of staff of the Illinois Capital Development Board.[4]
- ^ "Illinois' newest Latino congressional district brings heavy competition, divided Democratic visions". Chicago Tribune. 11 April 2022. Retrieved 2022-05-10.
- ^ "Endorsement: Gilbert Villegas". New Politics. Retrieved 2022-05-10.
- ^ "Ward Maps" (PDF). Chicago Board of Elections. 2012-09-21. Retrieved 2016-03-14.
- ^ "Gilbert Villegas Jr appointed by IL Gov. Quinn to Chief of Staff for IL Capital Development Board". Hispanic Professional Network. 2011-04-07. Retrieved 2016-03-14.