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Institute Brings Women Construction Leaders To Board, Launches New Vocational Training
Jazmira Bota and Jessica Wolak have joined the board of the National Latino Education Institute (NLEI), which is continuing its successful programs and launching new ones to support careers in construction and culinary arts.
- New board members Jazmira Bota and Jessica Wolak have joined the board of the National Latino Education Institute (NLEI).
- McKinley Park neighborhood-based vocational school launches new programs for careers in construction and culinary arts.
- Non-profit institute continues successful programs like its ENERGIA training for careers in sustainable energy.
Read more: Institute Brings Women Construction Leaders To Board, Launches New Vocational Training
Ramirez Inaugurated as 12th Ward Alderwoman at William McKinley Memorial
12th Ward Alderwoman Julia Ramirez began her term with a swearing-in ceremony on Monday, May 15, 2023, in front of the William McKinley Memorial in McKinley Park, announcing participatory budgeting for the 12th Ward.
- Julia Ramirez begins term as 12th Ward alderwoman with swearing-in ceremony at William McKinley Memorial in McKinley Park.
- Ramirez announces that the 12th Ward will have participatory budgeting for the first time.
- New 12th Ward service office is now open at 3868 S. Archer Ave. in the Brighton Park neighborhood.
Read more: Ramirez Inaugurated as 12th Ward Alderwoman at William McKinley Memorial