8th Ward Alderman
Alderman Harris

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Congressman Jonathan Jackson partners with Alderman Michele Harris for a community health resource Fair

U.S. Representative Jonathan L. Jackson (D- Illinois 1st Congressional District) hosted the inaugural Community Health Resource Fair Block Party on Saturday, August 24, 2024, from 10:00 AM (CT) to 2:00 PM (CT). The event was held at the Jackson Park Hospital located at 7531 S. Stony Island. 

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About Michelle A. Harris

Alderman Harris has lived in the 8th Ward for over fifty years and has been a member of the 8th Ward Regular Democratic Organization for over forty years. She is a graduate of Bryn Mawr Elementary School, Chicago Vocational High School and Chicago State University. Alderman Harris is also a life member of Christ Temple Cathedral Church.

Alderman Harris has a distinguished history of public service in the Chicagoland area. She served as the Secretary to the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, Chief of Staff to former Alderman Lorraine Dixon and Superintendent of the 8th Ward – Department of Streets and Sanitation.
Alderman Harris was appointed Alderman of the 8th Ward on December 13, 2006, and elected in 2007. She was re-elected in 2011, 2015 and 2019.

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