Budget Politics and Long-Term Solutions

Gil Villegas is the alderperson of Chicago's 36th ward and has focused on generating opportunities for economic and business development to best serve the constituents of his ward!

Alderman Villegas starts by discussing how zoning changes can be utilized to create win-win situations for investors and members of a community or ward! He talks about how he and his fellow members of City Counsel were able to influence the city's approved budget with the needs of their constituents at the forefront. Alderman Villegas breaks down why he chose to withdraw his Ward from the Northwest Housing Ordinance. He closes with an extremely bullish outlook on Chicago leaving us motivated to continue doubling down on our great city!

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Guest: Alderman Gil Villegas, City of Chicago's 36th Ward

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Guest Questions:

03:31 Housing Provider Tip - Understand lease renewal notices to remain compliant!

05:28 Intro to our guest, Alderman Villegas!

07:19 Zoning changes to create affordable housing.

18:48 City council's involvement with the city's approved budget.

25:45 How Aldermen work together to make positive impacts!

35:05 Drawbacks of the Northwest Housing Ordinance.

43:34 How Aldermen utilize facts and community input to make decisions.

45:39 Exciting developments in the 36th ward!

48:28 Alderman Villegas' outlook on Chicago.

51:41 What is your competitive advantage?

52:11 One piece of advice for new investors.

54:26 What do you do for fun?

55:46 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?

56:08 Local Network Recommendation?

56:31 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you?

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