In an email to her constituents dated Friday, August 7, 2010, Alderman Vi Daley (43rd) announced that she will not be seeking re-election in February.
Please see the complete letter below:
Dear Friends,
There has been a great deal of speculation recently about whether or not I would seek re-election. I decided that I would prefer to reach out to you, my friends and supporters, with my plans for the future.
My time in office has been some of the most exciting, demanding, interesting and challenging years of my life. Like many of you, this neighborhood has been my home for 40 plus years and it is where Vince and I raised our family. It has been an honor beyond measure to represent this community in the Chicago City Council. While I truly love the 43rd Ward, I have decided that my time as Alderman will end at the close of my current term.
This has been a wonderful experience and we have accomplished many great things for the area, but it is time for the next chapter of my life to begin. For me that will include more time with my family and friends and for travel.
I will continue to represent our community until May, 2011 when a new alderman is sworn-in. My highest priority will remain making sure that you have everything you need to be safe, secure, well-informed and successful in the 43rd Ward, the best community in the city of Chicago.
Thank you again for your support. I never could have done this without you.
Warmest regards,
Vi
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