Meet the Council Members

is a Northwestern grad living in Uptown with his partner, Savannah. As a data analyst, he distills diverse opinions into strategic action plans. Prior to District Council, he founded a pro bono grant initiative that assists Chicagoland nonprofit organizations to better our community and worked to help underserved CPS students achieve their goal of attending college. As a Mexican-American who’s had varied experiences with police, Maurilio’s goal is to work to ensure that all 19th District residents’ experiences with policing are positive and productive.

is a mom to three kids who attend Chicago Public School in North Center. As a former special education teacher, she understands what it takes to be a strong advocate for her community. She is the founder and leader of the antiracism group for parents at her kids’ elementary school; became active with Embarc, a nonprofit which provides experiential learning curriculum in underserved CPS schools to allow students to tap into the power of their potential; and leads her synagogue’s Public Safety Justice Team. As District Council member, Jenny will uplift innovative strategies to make our neighborhoods safer.

is a lawyer who lives with his husband in Lakeview. A former organizer for President Obama's campaign, Sam joined the coalition that helped establish District Councils and the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability (CCPSA). As one of the first elected District Councilors, Sam has focused on ensuring these new institutions put the community's voice first in policing and public safety. In particular, Sam served on the District Council Nominating Committee to select community-driven candidates for the CCPSA for the first time. As an attorney, Sam represents clients pro bono class action civil rights litigation and has served as co-chair of the Cabrini Green Legal Aid Associate Board. Sam is also a member of the Jewish Council on Urban Affairs.