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The East Chicago Council could be reshaped after Tuesday’s primary election, as 27 candidates are vying for 9 seats. Among the candidates’ top concerns are public safety, improved infrastructure, and better recreation opportunities for youth.
A Democratic at-large East Chicago City Council candidate successfully challenged his removal from the primary ballot in Lake Superior Court late last month after facing allegations he voted as a Republican in the 2020 primary.
Candidates names were randomly drawn during the Thursday ballot lottery.
Councilwoman Debra Bolaños, D-at large, spoke of the need for more NIPSCO light poles in certain areas and greater illumination.
The money would be used for a wide variety of purposes, including hiring recording artists, rental fencing and tents, light towers, sound equipment, portable bathrooms and fireworks.