February 19, 2010 Mayor Richard M. Daley City Hall — 406 121 N. LaSalle Street Chicago, IL, 60602 Dear Mayor Daley: My name is Mary Russell Gardner. I am respectfully submitting my credentials for consideration of the appointment by you, Alderman of the 29" Ward. Thave lived in the ward for over 20 years. I have participated in numerous community and civic activities at all levels, some reflected in my resume which is attached, 1 know without a doubt that I have the heart of a Public Servant. I know I am fit and ready to serve in this public office. As a mother of three, my daughters, as T were raised in an environment where public service and civic involvement was an important Component in our lives, essential to becoming a whole person. ‘The residents of the 29" ward need a new Leader that will bring continuity to the ward AA Leader that understands and respects the value of government and making it work for ihe People. A Leader that wll bring people to the table for the benefit of working ‘ogether, to restore trust, to listen and to be that voice in the Council on their behalf Certainly, the residents of the 29" ward need a Leader that will provide the transparency S0 desperately needed to restore pride and confidence in our elected officials. I believe ‘my appointment would say just that. The residents of the 29" ward need a Fresh start, ‘Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely,Mary Russell Gardner Chicago, IL 60644 27 ooo 7 ERE aE, 1991 ~ Present Forest Preserve District Cook County, Ik Secretary-Treasurer/Board Officer Serveas the fiduciary Treasurer (overseer) of the Forest Preserve District’s $167.7 million budget, as well "as the authorized agent forall official Forest Preserve documents. AAs Board Secretary, day.to-day responsibilities include the preparation and dissemination of all board and committee materials, the ‘maintenance of all official records of the Forest Preserve District. Respond to Freedom of Information Fequests. Assignments of task force projects by the General Superintendent and the Office of the President. Preparation of electronic records of the “Record of Proceedings,” the official journal of Proceedings for the Board of Commissioners of the Forest Preserve District that documents yearly activity and actions of said board. 1988-1991 U.S. Senator AlanJ. Dixon Chicago, iL Housing and Community Outreach Coordinator Monitored the implementation of various federal initiatives associated with the Tenant Management Housing Program designed to assist public housing residents become property managers, As the Outreach Coordinator, responsibilities included facilitating and disseminating housing information to ‘community organizations, and public speaking on behalf of the Senator on various housing issues throughout Cook County. 1985 - 1988 Board of Commissioners Cook County, It Staff Assistant Responsibilities included compilation of support documents for the monthly Board Meetings ‘Scheduling. Maintaining an active and current filing system of the various county board issues. 1984 Cojeunaze Nursing Center Patient Account Coordinator 1980 - 1983 Operation PUSH ‘Communication Aide 1977-1979 American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Secretary Education Concordia University, B.A. Jones Commercial High SchoolMary Russell Gardner — Civic Involvement Present - Active member of my Block Club 5900 W. Race Avenue Member, Westside NAACP Previous Volunteer Activity Starry Nite over Austin ~ Westside NAACP Annual Dinner 7” State Rep. District Women’s Committee Past Volunteer Activity 1990 - Elected as a LSC Parent Rep. at Sayre Language Academy TSC Comm. Rep. at Douglass Middle School and Austin High School Former member, Steering Committee, Cook County Democratic Women Former membership, Secretary, Chicago Urban Professionals Former member, National Forum of Black Public Administrators T've worked on numerous campaigns throughout my career. Now more than ever is the time for trong Leadership for rebuilding public trust, iff we ar to survive as a people and a party.CERTIFICATION OF QUALIFICATION FOR POSITION OF ALDERMAN OF THE CITY OF CHICAGO Gbovere. Mary Kugel io solemnly swear tothe truth and accuracy ofthe following statements, whith evidence my qualifications to accept the position of Alderman of the 2°] Ward of the City of Chicago. 1. Tam a qualified elector of the City of Chicago as required by 65 ILCS 5/3.1-10-5(a. 2. __Atthe time Iam sworn in as Alderman of the 2] Ward, I shall have resided in the 27 Wratd for atleast one year prior to my acceptance of the postion of Alderman as required by 63 ILCS 5/3.1-10-5(a). 3 pum notin arrears in the payment of tax or other indebtedness due to the City of Chicago as required by 65 ILCS 5/3.1-10-5(b). F pery ave not been convicted in any cour located in the United States of any infamous crime, bribery, perjury, or other felony as required by 65 ILCS $/3.1-10-5(6). Fa enAt the time Tam swom in as Alderman of the 2] Ward and thereafter during the time hold that office, 1 shall not hold any other office under the municipal government during the rem of my office as Alderman unless granted a leave of absence as required by 65 TLCS 5/3-1-15-15, ‘or shall I hold any other civil service office under the federal, state or city government unless granted a leave of absence, except in the National Guard, or as a notary public, and except such honorary offices as go by appointment without compensation as required by 65 ILCS 20/21-14(b), ©. int he time mY name is subpitted to the City Council for consideration of my appointment as Alderman ofthe 244 Ward wil have filed a statement of financial interest with the City Clerk as required by Section 2-156-150(c)(i) and (4) of the Municipal Code of Chicago,Danny K. Davis 5956 West Race Avenue Chicago, Mlinois 60644 773.261.3164 February 19, 2010 Honorable Richard M. Daley Mayor City of Chicago 121 N. LaSalle St. City Hall, Room 406 Chicago, Minois 60602 Re: Mary Gardner Dear Mayor Daley: ‘There is certainly no shortage of eager, well qualified and knowledgeable candidates who would like to be appointed by you to be Alderman of the 29® Ward, | take this opportunity to write a support letter for my neighbor Ms. Mary Gardiner who is submitting her application. Ihave known Ms. Gardner for several years and have had the opportunity to work with her in block clubs, community organizations and political groups. Ms. Gardner is intelligent, energetic, hard working, well trained and functions as a professional She has worked in community organizations and for several years has been the Secretary/Treasuret of the Cook County Forest Preserve. She understands both the administrative, and legislative Processes of government. She can organize in the community and would be a very good Alderman; therefore, I am pleased to write this letter of support. Sincerely, nnn, cuecw Danny K. Davis 29" Ward Resident Congressman, 7* Congressional DistrictMayor Richard M. Daley City Hall — 406 121 N. LaSalle Street Chicago, IL 60602 Dear Mayor Daley: Itis with pleasure that I submit this letter of recommendation on behalf of Mary Russell Gardner for the appointment of Alderman to the 29" Ward. As a co-worker and resident of the ward, I get to see Mary on a daily basis and know for a fact that she is dedicated to fulfilling her responsibility as the Board Secretary. Because Of this, I know that she would be an excellent choice as our next Alderman. I have seen Ms. Gardner on numerous occasions interact with the public, going that extra mile t0 assist a constituent looking for information. If appointed, I believe she will bring that same level of dedication to the office of Alderman of the 29" ward, ule: & William ‘Bill’ Stanley 7 Chicago, IL 7February 19, 2010 Mayor Richard M. Daley City Hall — 406 121 N. LaSalle Street Chicago, IL 60602 Dear Mayor Daley: {tis with great pleasure that I submit this letter of recommendation on behalf of Ms. Mary Russell Gardner for the appointment as my Alderman of the 29" Ward, Thave lived in the ward for over 25 years. I've had much involvement with most of the elected officials in my area. 1 know who has served us well, and I have seen those that have forgotten about service to the people of the ward. The appointment of Mary Russell Gardner as Alderman would certainly rejuvenate us and give Us a sense of moving forward. I’ve had the pleasure and opportunity to see Ms. Gardner work in ‘many settings. She is the real deal and she is committed to public service. Sincerely, Henry Davis iii: Chicago, IL. (77?)February 19, 2010 Mayor Richard M. Daley City Hall — 406 121 N. LaSalle Street Chicago, IL. 60602 Honorable Mayor Daley: 1 am privileged to recommend Ms. Mary Gardner for the office of 29th Ward Alderman. » Through out the years that I have known Ms. Gardner she has always been active in many community efforts. Her work ethics are superb. Ms. Gardner whole heartedly involves herself with the Senior Citizen Community, Her Compassion and desire to make a difference in the lives of others is truly important, especially in this day and time. In addition to her community duties, Ms. Gardner has proved to be an exempla nary parent. She has the professional demeanor necessary to succeed in any public service environment. Please accept this recommendation with honesty and sincerity. Regards, Tola McGowan, Former 1* Vice Chair Democratic Party-State of Iinois 7?)