Gilbert Villegas
@gilbertv36.bsky.social
Chicago 36th Ward Alderman Chairman Econ, Capital & Tech Committee, US Marine, and proud father to two great sons. NALEO Board Member
Terrifying, disgusting, and antithetical to who we are as Americans. What danger could a 5-year-old boy possibly pose to our country? Then to use this child as bait - it is sickening.
January 23, 2026 at 6:04 PM
Terrifying, disgusting, and antithetical to who we are as Americans. What danger could a 5-year-old boy possibly pose to our country? Then to use this child as bait - it is sickening.
🌿 Now Hiring: GreenCorps Chicago!
Get paid while building skills in the green industry. This 9-month job training program offers outdoor work, hands-on training, and certifications. $18.50/hour and background-friendly.
Get paid while building skills in the green industry. This 9-month job training program offers outdoor work, hands-on training, and certifications. $18.50/hour and background-friendly.
January 20, 2026 at 9:31 PM
🌿 Now Hiring: GreenCorps Chicago!
Get paid while building skills in the green industry. This 9-month job training program offers outdoor work, hands-on training, and certifications. $18.50/hour and background-friendly.
Get paid while building skills in the green industry. This 9-month job training program offers outdoor work, hands-on training, and certifications. $18.50/hour and background-friendly.
Today, we reflect on the life and leadership of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the values he championed justice, equity, and service to others. May his example continue to guide our work and our communities. #MLKDay
January 19, 2026 at 2:50 PM
Today, we reflect on the life and leadership of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the values he championed justice, equity, and service to others. May his example continue to guide our work and our communities. #MLKDay
Special message from Alderman Gilbert Villegas 🐻⬇️
January 16, 2026 at 5:53 PM
Special message from Alderman Gilbert Villegas 🐻⬇️
Looking to start or grow a career in the trades? Join the Union & Career Fair on January 15, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM to connect with unions, training programs, and career opportunities.
January 14, 2026 at 9:47 PM
Looking to start or grow a career in the trades? Join the Union & Career Fair on January 15, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM to connect with unions, training programs, and career opportunities.
🌿 Applications Open for the 2026 Chicago Farmers Markets Season
The City of Chicago is now accepting applications for the 2026 Chicago Farmers Markets, taking place May through October at locations citywide.
The City of Chicago is now accepting applications for the 2026 Chicago Farmers Markets, taking place May through October at locations citywide.
January 14, 2026 at 7:44 PM
🌿 Applications Open for the 2026 Chicago Farmers Markets Season
The City of Chicago is now accepting applications for the 2026 Chicago Farmers Markets, taking place May through October at locations citywide.
The City of Chicago is now accepting applications for the 2026 Chicago Farmers Markets, taking place May through October at locations citywide.
🍽️ Chicago Restaurant Week is coming back!
Dine your way through the city Jan. 23 – Feb. 8, 2026, with prix fixe brunch, lunch, and dinner menus at 500+ restaurants across Chicago and the suburbs.
Dine your way through the city Jan. 23 – Feb. 8, 2026, with prix fixe brunch, lunch, and dinner menus at 500+ restaurants across Chicago and the suburbs.
January 12, 2026 at 6:35 PM
🍽️ Chicago Restaurant Week is coming back!
Dine your way through the city Jan. 23 – Feb. 8, 2026, with prix fixe brunch, lunch, and dinner menus at 500+ restaurants across Chicago and the suburbs.
Dine your way through the city Jan. 23 – Feb. 8, 2026, with prix fixe brunch, lunch, and dinner menus at 500+ restaurants across Chicago and the suburbs.
📣 High school students serve as an Election Judge!
➡️ Chicago is looking for juniors and seniors to serve as Election Judges on March 17, 2026 🗳️
⏰ Apply by February 3, 2026
👉 Visit: pollworker.chicagoelections.gov (or scan the QR code)
➡️ Chicago is looking for juniors and seniors to serve as Election Judges on March 17, 2026 🗳️
⏰ Apply by February 3, 2026
👉 Visit: pollworker.chicagoelections.gov (or scan the QR code)
January 12, 2026 at 5:31 PM
📣 High school students serve as an Election Judge!
➡️ Chicago is looking for juniors and seniors to serve as Election Judges on March 17, 2026 🗳️
⏰ Apply by February 3, 2026
👉 Visit: pollworker.chicagoelections.gov (or scan the QR code)
➡️ Chicago is looking for juniors and seniors to serve as Election Judges on March 17, 2026 🗳️
⏰ Apply by February 3, 2026
👉 Visit: pollworker.chicagoelections.gov (or scan the QR code)
January is National Blood Donor Month, we’re hosting a 36th Ward Community Blood Drive on Thursday, January 15, from 2–6 PM at 6560 W. Fullerton Ave., Unit C118 (Suite A).
Just one pint of blood can save up to three lives. As a thank you, donors who use code SPARK will receive a $25 e-gift card. 🎁
Just one pint of blood can save up to three lives. As a thank you, donors who use code SPARK will receive a $25 e-gift card. 🎁
January 7, 2026 at 5:20 PM
January is National Blood Donor Month, we’re hosting a 36th Ward Community Blood Drive on Thursday, January 15, from 2–6 PM at 6560 W. Fullerton Ave., Unit C118 (Suite A).
Just one pint of blood can save up to three lives. As a thank you, donors who use code SPARK will receive a $25 e-gift card. 🎁
Just one pint of blood can save up to three lives. As a thank you, donors who use code SPARK will receive a $25 e-gift card. 🎁
Chicago’s Shared Cost Sidewalk Program helps property owners fix damaged sidewalks at a reduced cost, with 50% discounts available for seniors and residents with disabilities.
January 6, 2026 at 10:37 PM
Chicago’s Shared Cost Sidewalk Program helps property owners fix damaged sidewalks at a reduced cost, with 50% discounts available for seniors and residents with disabilities.
On January 6th, 2021, the United States Capitol was attacked. It was and remains a dark day in the history of our country. Many of us watched in horror on the news, received texts or calls from colleagues and friends, as the angry mob attempted an insurrection.
January 6, 2026 at 5:10 PM
On January 6th, 2021, the United States Capitol was attacked. It was and remains a dark day in the history of our country. Many of us watched in horror on the news, received texts or calls from colleagues and friends, as the angry mob attempted an insurrection.
¡Feliz Día de Reyes! ✨👑
Hoy celebramos una tradición muy querida que honra la fe, la familia y la generosidad. El Día de Reyes nos recuerda la importancia de dar, de la esperanza y de unirnos como comunidad.
Hoy celebramos una tradición muy querida que honra la fe, la familia y la generosidad. El Día de Reyes nos recuerda la importancia de dar, de la esperanza y de unirnos como comunidad.
January 6, 2026 at 4:24 PM
¡Feliz Día de Reyes! ✨👑
Hoy celebramos una tradición muy querida que honra la fe, la familia y la generosidad. El Día de Reyes nos recuerda la importancia de dar, de la esperanza y de unirnos como comunidad.
Hoy celebramos una tradición muy querida que honra la fe, la familia y la generosidad. El Día de Reyes nos recuerda la importancia de dar, de la esperanza y de unirnos como comunidad.
🌟 OUR GRAND VISION: Earlier this month, in collaboration with the Northwest Side Community Development Corporation and the Lakota Group, the official plan for “Our Grand Vision” was published! We want to hear YOUR feedback as we continue moving forward in this development.
December 22, 2025 at 4:53 PM
🌟 OUR GRAND VISION: Earlier this month, in collaboration with the Northwest Side Community Development Corporation and the Lakota Group, the official plan for “Our Grand Vision” was published! We want to hear YOUR feedback as we continue moving forward in this development.
🎄Christmas tree giveaway, annual tree lighting, helping Santa tour the Ward, and much more! Thank you, from the 36th Ward team for making this holiday season a special one! ✨
We hope you have a joyous holiday season with your family, friends, and loved ones! ❄️💖
We hope you have a joyous holiday season with your family, friends, and loved ones! ❄️💖
December 19, 2025 at 5:01 PM
🎄Christmas tree giveaway, annual tree lighting, helping Santa tour the Ward, and much more! Thank you, from the 36th Ward team for making this holiday season a special one! ✨
We hope you have a joyous holiday season with your family, friends, and loved ones! ❄️💖
We hope you have a joyous holiday season with your family, friends, and loved ones! ❄️💖
🎄 COME TAKE A PHOTO 🎄
Our annual Christmas tree lighting happened earlier this week! This year, while construction occurs on La Placita (Grand and Fullerton), we were happy to partner with Farmers Best Market to keep the tree close to home in Bricktown Square during this temporary relocation.
Our annual Christmas tree lighting happened earlier this week! This year, while construction occurs on La Placita (Grand and Fullerton), we were happy to partner with Farmers Best Market to keep the tree close to home in Bricktown Square during this temporary relocation.
December 17, 2025 at 11:31 PM
🎄 COME TAKE A PHOTO 🎄
Our annual Christmas tree lighting happened earlier this week! This year, while construction occurs on La Placita (Grand and Fullerton), we were happy to partner with Farmers Best Market to keep the tree close to home in Bricktown Square during this temporary relocation.
Our annual Christmas tree lighting happened earlier this week! This year, while construction occurs on La Placita (Grand and Fullerton), we were happy to partner with Farmers Best Market to keep the tree close to home in Bricktown Square during this temporary relocation.
📢 Opportunity for Community Development Projects!
The Chicago Community Trust is now accepting submissions for its Pre-Development Fund, offering up to $100,000 to support early-stage, neighborhood-scale development projects that help spark economic growth and build thriving, equitable communities.
The Chicago Community Trust is now accepting submissions for its Pre-Development Fund, offering up to $100,000 to support early-stage, neighborhood-scale development projects that help spark economic growth and build thriving, equitable communities.
December 16, 2025 at 6:50 PM
📢 Opportunity for Community Development Projects!
The Chicago Community Trust is now accepting submissions for its Pre-Development Fund, offering up to $100,000 to support early-stage, neighborhood-scale development projects that help spark economic growth and build thriving, equitable communities.
The Chicago Community Trust is now accepting submissions for its Pre-Development Fund, offering up to $100,000 to support early-stage, neighborhood-scale development projects that help spark economic growth and build thriving, equitable communities.
HAVE YOU SEEN HIM? 🎅🏼
Santa is in the 36th Ward! Making his way through our neighborhoods to bring joy and holiday cheer! 🦌🔔 Keep a lookout, he will be here for the rest of the week. Bring the family, the kids, friends, and all to say hello to the jolly joybringer and snap a pic! 📸🎄
Santa is in the 36th Ward! Making his way through our neighborhoods to bring joy and holiday cheer! 🦌🔔 Keep a lookout, he will be here for the rest of the week. Bring the family, the kids, friends, and all to say hello to the jolly joybringer and snap a pic! 📸🎄
December 16, 2025 at 5:52 PM
HAVE YOU SEEN HIM? 🎅🏼
Santa is in the 36th Ward! Making his way through our neighborhoods to bring joy and holiday cheer! 🦌🔔 Keep a lookout, he will be here for the rest of the week. Bring the family, the kids, friends, and all to say hello to the jolly joybringer and snap a pic! 📸🎄
Santa is in the 36th Ward! Making his way through our neighborhoods to bring joy and holiday cheer! 🦌🔔 Keep a lookout, he will be here for the rest of the week. Bring the family, the kids, friends, and all to say hello to the jolly joybringer and snap a pic! 📸🎄
🎄Last night, our office had the joy of hosting a Christmas Tree Giveaway, and the holiday spirit was everywhere! Families braved the cold, picked out their favorite trees, and neighbors came together to kick off the season with warmth and community cheer.
December 11, 2025 at 11:45 PM
🎄Last night, our office had the joy of hosting a Christmas Tree Giveaway, and the holiday spirit was everywhere! Families braved the cold, picked out their favorite trees, and neighbors came together to kick off the season with warmth and community cheer.
🎄’TIS THE SEASON: The 36th Ward Toy Drive is happening now! Drop off a toy at our Belmont Cragin office at 6560 W Fullerton Avenue, Unit # C118 - Suite A, Chicago, IL 60707 anytime now until December 17th. Help us bring holiday joy and cheer to the community! ✨✨
December 10, 2025 at 10:35 PM
🎄’TIS THE SEASON: The 36th Ward Toy Drive is happening now! Drop off a toy at our Belmont Cragin office at 6560 W Fullerton Avenue, Unit # C118 - Suite A, Chicago, IL 60707 anytime now until December 17th. Help us bring holiday joy and cheer to the community! ✨✨
North of 26 alders are working together to continue crafting a budget for the city. This is the majority of the Council coming to the table, negotiating, and building this out with direct feedback from constituents. When the mayor says councilmembers have not offered ideas, it is simply not true.
December 9, 2025 at 8:19 PM
North of 26 alders are working together to continue crafting a budget for the city. This is the majority of the Council coming to the table, negotiating, and building this out with direct feedback from constituents. When the mayor says councilmembers have not offered ideas, it is simply not true.
📣 COMMUNITY MEETING: Join us for a community meeting regarding updates on Esmeralda Santiago Elementary and St. Mark’s Church.
🗓️ December 16th
⏱️ 6:00 PM
📍2510 W Cortez Street, Esmeralda Santiago Elementary
🗓️ December 16th
⏱️ 6:00 PM
📍2510 W Cortez Street, Esmeralda Santiago Elementary
December 9, 2025 at 6:14 PM
📣 COMMUNITY MEETING: Join us for a community meeting regarding updates on Esmeralda Santiago Elementary and St. Mark’s Church.
🗓️ December 16th
⏱️ 6:00 PM
📍2510 W Cortez Street, Esmeralda Santiago Elementary
🗓️ December 16th
⏱️ 6:00 PM
📍2510 W Cortez Street, Esmeralda Santiago Elementary
Yesterday, December 7th, marked 84 years since the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. We pause to remember the service members and civilians who lost their lives, those who fought to defend our nation, and the survivors whose courage and sacrifice continue to inspire us.
December 8, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Yesterday, December 7th, marked 84 years since the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. We pause to remember the service members and civilians who lost their lives, those who fought to defend our nation, and the survivors whose courage and sacrifice continue to inspire us.
🎄✨ Join us for the 36th Ward Christmas Tree Lighting on Monday, December 15th at 5PM in front of Farmers Best Market (6420 W Fullerton Ave)!
December 8, 2025 at 5:45 PM
🎄✨ Join us for the 36th Ward Christmas Tree Lighting on Monday, December 15th at 5PM in front of Farmers Best Market (6420 W Fullerton Ave)!
❌ FALSE: The City Council is proposing a property tax increase and a grocery tax.
✅ FACT: Mayor Johnson is the only one who has proposed BOTH of those things.
✅ FACT: Mayor Johnson is the only one who has proposed BOTH of those things.
December 1, 2025 at 9:35 PM
❌ FALSE: The City Council is proposing a property tax increase and a grocery tax.
✅ FACT: Mayor Johnson is the only one who has proposed BOTH of those things.
✅ FACT: Mayor Johnson is the only one who has proposed BOTH of those things.
❄️ WINTER PARKING BAN NOW IN EFFECT: Make sure to follow street signs and avoid being in No Park zones from 3:00 AM - 7:00 AM.
➡️ See which streets have the restrictions here: tinyurl.com/32sd7662
➡️ See which streets have the restrictions here: tinyurl.com/32sd7662
December 1, 2025 at 6:00 PM
❄️ WINTER PARKING BAN NOW IN EFFECT: Make sure to follow street signs and avoid being in No Park zones from 3:00 AM - 7:00 AM.
➡️ See which streets have the restrictions here: tinyurl.com/32sd7662
➡️ See which streets have the restrictions here: tinyurl.com/32sd7662