Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is backing longtime West Side Alderman and Vice Mayor Walter Burnett to lead the city council’s influential zoning committee.
This marks a reversal for Johnson, who initially favored progressive 25th Ward Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez for the role. Sigcho-Lopez faced significant opposition within the council, making it unlikely he could secure the position.Burnett said he did not seek the job but volunteered as a third choice after being approached by the mayor."A lot of aldermen are thanking me for stepping up and doing it," Burnett said. "Because, they knew I didn’t want to do it.
"If I was the mayor, I would want to make sure those things can move forward, and you want someone in there who’s not gonna be an obstacle to that."All development decisions—from the tallest skyscrapers to the smallest awning or building sign—require the approval of the powerful zoning committee, making it a highly coveted position. The vacancy arose after Johnson ally Alderman Carlos Ramirez-Rosa was removed.
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