Last week, Mayor Rahm Emanuel revealed his appointments to five boards and commissions in the City. They include the Community Development Commission, Affirmative Action Advisory Board, Board of Health, Chicago Community Land Trust Board and Low Income Housing Trust Fund Board. “Throughout their careers, these individuals have shown a deep dedication to serving communities across Chicago,” said Mayor Emanuel. “My administration is committed to providing people in every neighborhood with the highest quality and most effective services. I’m confident these appointees will help the City achieve its goals.” Some of the appointees are as follows:

Appointed to the Community Development Commission:

Omar A. Duque, Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, President and CEO

Appointed to the Affirmative Action Advisory Board:

Arabel Alva Rosales, AAR and Associates, LTD, President

Appointed to the Chicago Community Land Trust Board:

Joy Aruguete, Bickerdike Redevelopment Corporation, Executive Director

Ofelia Navarro, Spanish Coalition for Housing, Executive Director

Rosanna A. Marquez, Eleanor Foundation, President and CEO

Appointed to the Low Income Housing Trust Fund Board are:

Sol. A. Flore, La Casa Norte, Founding Executive Director

Gabriela Roman, Latin United Community Housing Association, Director of Marketing and Fundraising