James M. Gardiner represents the 45th Ward, covering Portage Park, Jefferson Park and Gladstone Park. An alderperson is the elected City Council member for one of Chicago’s 50 wards, voting on ordinances, the city budget and local zoning. Gardiner is a former firefighter.
James M. Gardiner
| Office | City Council |
|---|---|
| Office | Alderperson, 45th Ward — City of Chicago — Took office May 2023; term to 2027 |
| Contact | Official Ward Page |
| Verified | August 2026 |