Friends of Arlene M. "Sugar" Al-Amin

04/10/2025

Repost from the Illinois Secretary of State
📢 ! We are accepting applications for our program. 150+ positions at DMVs and various department offices open to college/trade school students in the Chicagoland, Springfield and downstate areas.
For more info/to apply visit: ⤵⤵
ILSOS.gov/SummerJobs

04/02/2025

Rich Township Clerk-Elect
Thank you RichTownship!
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With immense gratitude and deep appreciation for the trust you have placed in me once again as your Rich Township Clerk. Winning this election for a second time is not just a personal achievement—it is a reaffirmation of our shared commitment to public service, civic engagement, and the responsibility we all have in shaping our community’s future.

To the residents of Rich Township, thank you! Your voices, your participation, and your belief in strong, accountable leadership make this township what it is. Serving you is an honor I do not take lightly. Every day, I am committed to ensuring transparency, accessibility, and efficiency in our township government, and I will continue working hard to keep you informed, engaged, and empowered.

I also want to extend my sincere gratitude to my fellow elected officials in Rich Township. It is a privilege to serve alongside such dedicated and passionate leaders. The work we do together is essential, and I look forward to continuing our efforts to make Rich Township a model of effective governance and community service.

Public service is not just about holding a title—it is about ensuring that people understand the importance of civic duty. Our democracy thrives when people participate, when they vote, when they engage with their government. I will continue to do everything in my power to spread knowledge about civic responsibility and encourage more of our neighbors to get involved.

To my family—thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your unwavering support, your sacrifices, and your belief in me fuel my passion for this work. I could not do this without you, and I am forever grateful.

Finally, I want to congratulate all the candidates who ran in this election, not just here in Rich Township but throughout the Southland. Putting your name on a ballot, stepping up to serve, and running a campaign takes courage and dedication. Whether you won or not, you played an important role in our democracy, and for that, I applaud you.

This victory is not just mine—it belongs to all of us. Together, we will continue building a township that is engaged, informed, and thriving. Thank you, and let’s get back to work!

03/21/2025

📢NOW HIRING: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR! The Village of Matteson seeks a motivated and skilled Economic Development Coordinator to join our team!

In this role, you will support business attraction, expansion, and retention efforts, working under the director of the Director of Economic Development. Your work will help drive key initiatives that promote business growth and economic development within our community.

Key Responsibilities:
✅ Assist with marketing programs to attract new businesses
✅ Track economic development projects and ensure compliance
✅ Support proposal responses and business outreach
✅ Conduct community engagement, research, and data collection
✅ Coordinate committee events, meetings, and presentations

If you are passionate about economic development and want to make a real impact in Matteson, we encourage you to apply!

📅 Application Deadline: April 21st
📍 Apply Today! Visit https://www.villageofmatteson.org/departments/human_resources/index.php to submit your application.

03/21/2025

Greater Chatham Initiative Community Pop-Up Produce Giveaway! For more information, please see the flyer below.

03/21/2025

Enjoyed incredible lunch at Sikia Restaurant with some true community legends, Mr. And Mrs. Edward & Shirley Calahan! Hearing their stories and insights was absolutely inspiring. Feeling grateful for their dedication and the positive impact they’ve made not only in Englewood, but throughout Cook County and State of IL. I’m HONORED to be Alderman❤️

03/09/2025

THE MAN BEHIND THE MAYOR IN MATTESON:
Trustee Adam Shorter
The Village of Matteson has experienced tremendous growth and success during the tenure of Mayor Sheila Chalmers-Currin. In fact, Mayor Chalmers- Currin has received accolades for her leadership from the likes of Governor Pritzker, various municipal organizations, regional leaders, and civic organizations just to name a few.
The Mayor and the Village Board have worked tirelessly to sustain businesses as well as bringing hundreds of new businesses into the thriving community. Mayor Chalmers-Currin and her administration have worked closely with the village board to ensure that Matteson has remained a community in which people love to visit and reside. However, many have pointed to a gentleman that is affectionately known as the man behind the mayor. Adam Shorter has remained steadfast in his love, admiration, and focus for the village of Matteson. His incredible background in
finance has propelled the village board in their ability to make sound fiscal decisions. Shorter holds the position of Chairman of the Finance Committee on the village board. His fellow trustees and other regional leaders have credited Trustee Shorter in assisting the mayor in the area of economic development as well as inserting strong discipline protocols on the Matteson budget.
Under Shorter’s leadership as Finance Chairman, the Village of Matteson General Fund has increased from $350,000 to a whopping $27 Million dollars. In addition, sales tax revenue increased from 8 million dollars to an impressive 10 million dollars. Shorter has also been a firm champion for small business growth, local investment, and economic development.
“We are all so proud of the outstanding work that Trustee Shorter has been able to accomplish. His efforts have not gone unnoticed. Mayor Chalmers-Currin has been consistent in her appreciation and acknowledgement of Adam Shorter’s contributions to the success of Matteson. He is a premier leader in the southland” says Illinois State Representative Debbie Meyers-Martin.
Shorter has also been a great supporter of Rich Township and the political infrastructure that has been developed. He is a constant participant in all the Township functions both governmentally and politically.
“Rich Township Supervisor and Democratic Committeeman Calvin Jordan adds, “ Adam Shorter has contributed much to the upward mobility of not only Matteson, but to Rich Township as well. Our collective successes are due in part to the generosity and the positive energy which Adam Shorter has provided. He has been awesome to work with.”
Cook County Commissioner Kisha McCaskill concludes, “ What impresses me about Trustee Shorter is his brilliant business acumen. Adam through his private business ventures has employed so many of our youth throughout the southland. Adam is truly a visionary leader and an even better person.”
Trustee Shorter has graciously accepted the mayor’s invitation to join her slate of candidates for Mayor, Village Clerk and Village Trustee. Shorter joins Village Clerk Yumeka Brown, fellow Trustee Carolyn Palmer, and candidate for Trustee Stacy Leak in completing this dynamic slate of candidates. The abovementioned candidates, including Mayor Calmers-Currin, are running for their respective offices in the upcoming April 1st, General Election.

03/07/2025

03/06/2025

Today I’m wearing purple in support of over 250,000 Illinoisans living with dementia and more than 300,000 individuals who care for them. Thanks to the Alzheimer’s Association’s Day of Action, I am hearing from advocates in my district on how we can best work together to make our state dementia capable!

09/17/2024

Today is National Voters Registration Day!