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Despite the frigid temperatures, over 130 people turned out for WRPCO's civics event, "Get to Know Your Public Representatives," which was held at the Boone School auditorium on the evening of January 23rd. The event was divided into three parts. First, the representatives in attendance--Alderman Bernard Stone, State Senator Ira Silverstein, and Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky--described how their respective offices function, the kinds of issues they deal with, and the ways they can serve their constituents. Second, the representatives answered a wide range of questions from the audience, concerning such matters as CTA service and funding, citizenship applications, health insurance, state support for business districts, TIFs, child care support, and the timing and funding for a new school in the neighborhood. Finally, the representatives stepped off the stage to meet their constituents and talk with them face-to-face. This last portion of the event was exceptionally lively and valuable, and the event ran well past its scheduled 9 PM closing.
Photos of the "Get to Know Your Public Representatives" Civic Event held on January 23, 2008 (click on any picture to see a larger version) 
Tony Porto receives a certificate of appreciation from Zach Schiffman and the WRPCO Board of Directors for all his fine service to the Board, including his organizing of WRPCO's first Annual Student Art Fair.
A large crowd braved the cold to meet their public representatives
Zach Schiffman welcomes the audience to the event
Zehra Quadri, founder and President of ZAM's Hope, introduces the representatives
Alderman Stone, Senator Silverstein, and Congresswoman Schakowsky answer questions from the audience.
Alderman Stone and Congresswoman Schakowsky meet their constituents face-to-face
Alderman Stone speaks with a resident
Congresswoman Schakowsky speaks with a resident
Senator Silverstein speaks with a resident
Congresswoman Schakowsky listens to a resident
Alderman Stone listening to a resident
Senator Silverstein ponders a question
A hug of appreciation for Congresswoman Schakowsky
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