CHICAGO (CBS) — Aurora Ald. Emmanuel Llamas introduced Tuesday that he’s resigning from his Ward 1 seat to look after his ailing father.
“After a lot prayer and dialogue with my household, I’ve determined to step down from my place as Ward 1 Alderman, efficient August 1, 2024,” Llamas mentioned in an announcement.
Llamas, 32, was the youngest alderman ever elected to the Aurora Metropolis Council when he was elected to his first time period in 2019.
He’s additionally his father’s main caretaker, and his father is battling stage 4 abdomen most cancers. Llamas is also a husband and father of two, and owns a legislation observe.
“After I take a look at the foreseeable future and what’s finest for my household, it’s clear that one thing has to present and be sacrificed,” the younger alderman said.
Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin thanked Llamas for his service and wished his father a full restoration. Irvin will appoint a successor to serve the remainder of Llamas’ time period after he steps down.
Anybody taken with serving as Ward 1 alderman in Aurora have till 5 p.m. on July 13 to ship in an software. Candidates should be a minimum of 18 years previous, a registered voter of Ward 1 in Aurora, and have lived within the ward for a minimum of one yr.
The mayor’s workplace will assessment all functions and conduct interviews with chosen candidates. The mayor will then select a nominee to suggest to the Aurora Metropolis Council.
Data may be discovered on-line at www.aurora-il.org/Ward1Appointee.
Irvin mentioned he expects to nominate a successor to Llamas earlier than he steps down on Aug. 1.
