On Wednesday, City of Chicago announced the process to identify a qualified candidate to become the next Alderman of Chicago’s 11th ward. Interested candidates must have lived in the 11th ward for at least one year prior to their appointment, demonstrate their passion for public service, and most importantly, have proven themselves to be someone who represents the 11th Ward community.   As has been done in years prior for open Aldermanic seats, this process must be completed within 60 days. Beginning this week, interested candidates will be able to submit applications to aldermanicvacancy@cityofchicago.org or mail applications to City Hall care of the 11th Ward Vacancy Committee. Applications are due by March 11, 2022.  Once applications close, the names and resumes of each applicant will be made publicly available, and a committee will begin reviewing each application thoroughly.  A final candidate will be selected by Mayor Lightfoot with the goal of being sworn in at the March City Council meeting. Once confirmed, the appointed Alderman will remain in place until the next aldermanic election in 2023. Details regarding this selection process can be found online at www.chicago.gov/ward11application.