Community petition

Petition for Full-Time City Council Representation

This petition calls on city leadership to pursue a path toward full-time City Council representation and to explore a standardized compensation model for council seat holders. As one of the largest cities in Illinois, Joliet faces complex demands that require greater day-to-day public leadership, stronger constituent accessibility, and deeper community presence. Full-time representation would better reflect the scale of the city and help residents receive the attention and service they deserve.

The request

I support a path toward full-time Joliet City Council representation, including a referendum on a standardized salary/stipend for all council seat holders, so that the mayor and council are present in the community and at their desks every day.

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