Billy Ocasio is a former senior advisor to

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Pat Quinn appointed to work on

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issues. He began his appointment on June 1, 2009 after it had been announced on May 12, 2009. Prior to his appointment, Ocasio served as the 26th Ward alderman in the Chicago City Council.

Early life

Ocasio is a lifelong resident of Humboldt Park where he attended Von Humboldt Elementary School and Roberto Clemente Community Academy.

Aldermanic career

Ocasio was appointed alderman in 1993 by Mayor

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to fill the unexpired term of

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, who was elected congressman. As alderman, Ocasio fought for the construction of the new Ames School; helped bring a YMCA to the 26th ward; and worked for the construction of the Humboldt Park Public Library. Ocasio also led a $16 million rehab for Humboldt Park which included renovating the boat house and lagoon. Ocasio was Chairman of the Human Relations Committee. Additionally, he served on five other committees: Budget and Government Operations; Education; Energy, Environmental Protection, and Public Utilities; Finance; and Housing and Real Estate. Cook County Commissioner and 26th Ward Committeeman

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was tapped to replace Ocasio in the Chicago City Council in 2009.

Personal life

Alderman Ocasio and his family (Veronica Ocasio, Ismael Sanchez, Gabriel Ocasio, Antonio Ocasio, and Milo Sanchez (dog).) The family attends church at New Life Covenant Ministries in Chicago. He attended the

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and is a member of Iota Phi Theta fraternity.

External links

Alderman Ocasio's Website

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Ocasio, Billy Chicago City Council members American political consultants Hispanic and Latino American politicians Living people Year of birth missing (living people)