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Revision as of 21:27, 13 March 2009
Billy Ocasio is alderman of the 26th ward in Chicago. He was appointed by Mayor Richard M. Daley in 1993.
Early life
Ocasio is a lifelong resident of Humboldt Park; he attended Von Humboldt Elementary School and Clemente High School.
Aldermanic career
Ocasio was appointed alderman in 1993 to fill the unexpired term of Luis Gutierrez, who was elected congressman.
As alderman, Ocasio fought for the construction of the new Ames School; helped bring a YMCA to the 26th ward; and worked for the construction of the Humboldt Park Public Library. Ocasio also led a $16 million rehab for Humboldt Park which included renovating the boat house and lagoon.
Ocasio is Chairman of the Human Relations Committee. Additionally, he serves on five other committees: Budget and Government Operations; Education; Energy, Environmental Protection, and Public Utilities; Finance; and Housing and Real Estate.
Personal life
Alderman Ocasio and his family (Veronica Ocasio, Ismael Sanchez, Gabriel Ocasio, Antonio Ocasio, and Milo Sanchez (dog)
The family attends church at New Life Covenant Ministries in Chicago.
He attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and is a member of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc.
