Jamal Williams has served as 2nd Ward Alderman for the City of Plano Illinois since 2017. Alderman Williams is committed to providing equal opportunities for all of Plano residents, improving communication and transparency, as well as promoting economic growth and development in the community that he serves.
Jamal Williams has demonstrated his commitment to our most vulnerable by working closely with the Police Department to make sure the kids, not only have a safe passage to and from school, but also developing a positive relationship with Police officers due to suggestive community policing efforts. Jamal Williams has put together numerous events to raise money and food for those unable to care for themselves because he feels the community is only as strong as their weakest link.
Jamal Williams made history in 2017 when he became the first African-American to become Alderman in the City of Plano, Illinois. He also made history when he fought for and got legislation pass to recognize Juneteenth as an official holiday. Before the State of Illinois and our federal government made Juneteenth official it was Plano, Illinois who was first. This was due to the efforts of Jamal Williams.
In addition to his work of increasing the number of recognized city holidays, Jamal Williams also supported a 10.1% raise (6% in 2022 and 4.1% in 2023) over a two-year period for the city workers. This is the largest pay increase in history to date. Jamal created numerous community-oriented events aimed to bring the community together like his annual Turkey Bowl, lunch/dinner with neighbors, and Juneteenth Celebration to name a few. By the way his Juneteenth event is currently the largest event held in the city of Plano at this time.
A graduate of Proviso West High School, Jamal Williams went on to serve his country in the U.S Army where he received his basic and advanced individual training (MOS 62J construction engineer) at Fort Leonardwood, Missouri. After he received an Honorable Discharge, Jamal Williams went on Triton College, where he studied and mastered Respiratory Therapy. With 28 years of healthcare experience (6yrs in Managerial/Director leadership) Jamal continues to practice respiratory therapy and mentor others about their important roles as a Healthcare professional and the ever-changing world of healthcare.
Jamal Williams is the proud father of three handsome young men and one beautiful daughter and lives with his Queen Kathryn in Plano, Illinois.
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