Emma Mitts is alderman of the 37th ward in Chicago.
Mitts was born and raised in Arkansas, but when she came to Chicago she became active in city government. She worked . Mitts was also a CAPS facilitator, Sunday school instructor, and President of the Community Action Council. The Community Action Council is an organization that provides services to assist persons in need to live with dignity and become self-sufficient.
As alderman, Mitts serves on six committees: Committees, Rules, and Ethics; Economic, Capital, and Technology Development; Energy, Environmental Protection, and Public Utilities; Parks and Recreation; and Police and Fire.
Alderman Mitts has a daughter and son in public schools.
