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Dear Residents of the 28th Ward:
Working along with
many of you, we have made substantial improvements in the 28th Ward in
business, housing and in the community in general. We could not have made some
of the improvements without your involvement. Our efforts to get business to
come into the ward have been very productive. Today, new and potential businesses are calling on us for an opportunity
to do business in the 28th Ward. Answering the calls gives us an opportunity to
select the best possible businesses that create sustainable jobs and improve
the quality of life in our community. We
are looking for valued businesses and community partners that adhere to a set
of rules and standards that are superior in quality and service to the 28th Ward residents and visitors.
New banks that have come to the ward are signs of economic growth and stability.
They do business in the community and they want to be a part of the growth and
continued development of the 28th Ward. Now we must raise the bar
and again pursue first class grocers, retail stores and other small businesses
to offer superior products to our residents. I will lead that challenge and get
the city involved to help.
We have come a long way and we still have much to do. It takes years to learn the voluminous city
code and to acquire the workable skills that I have acquired in business and
government. My strong business background as branch manager and manager of
marketing for Chicago Economic Development Corporation is a great advantage in attracting
businesses that we need in the 28th Ward. I am number six in seniority in the Chicago City Council. I am well experienced in city government and will
continue to utilize that knowledge to bring to fruition several projects in progress
and identify others that will be excellent for the ward.
If you need to discuss with me any issue or have concerns call me. I am available to see you in my office or I
will come and visit with you at your home. Leave a number if you call and I am
not in, I will return you call. I work for the community and I want to be the
best possible representative for residents in the 28th Ward.
I have kept my integrity, responsibility, character and professional standards
to be of service to you and I will continue in that spirit. I will never
compromise your trust and will never let you down. I appreciate you all and thank you for your
support.
Thanks very much.
Ed H. Smith,
Your Alderman |
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