Maria Jones for City Council
Fighting for Ward 5 families — better schools, safer streets, and a voice that listens.
Fighting for Ward 5 families — better schools, safer streets, and a voice that listens.
Maria Jones is a lifelong Ward 5 resident, public school parent, and small business owner. After 15 years running a neighborhood bookstore and serving on the local school council, she decided it was time to bring that same dedication to City Hall.
Maria holds a B.A. in Public Policy from the University of Illinois at Chicago and an M.Ed. from DePaul University. She spent eight years as a community organizer before opening her bookstore in 2012.
Our ward deserves leadership that shows up — at every school board meeting, every block club, every community forum. I'm running because Ward 5 families need someone who will fight for fully-funded schools, affordable housing, and streets safe enough for our kids to walk to school.
Every neighborhood deserves to feel safe. I'll push for community policing, better street lighting, and violence prevention programs that address root causes.
Ward 5 families are being priced out. I'll fight for rent stabilization, inclusionary zoning, and community land trusts to keep our neighborhoods affordable.
Our children deserve world-class schools. I'll advocate for full state funding, after-school programs, and mental health support in every school.
From potholes to public transit, our infrastructure needs investment. I'll fight for road repairs, expanded bus routes, and accessible sidewalks for everyone.
“Maria Jones has been a tireless advocate for our public schools. She understands that investing in education is investing in our future.”
Chicago Teachers Union
Local 1
“Maria is exactly the kind of leader our communities need — someone who listens first and then acts with purpose and conviction.”
State Rep. David Chen
12th District
“We've seen Maria show up for this community year after year. She doesn't just talk about change — she makes it happen.”
Ward 5 Community Alliance
Neighborhood Coalition
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This campaign runs on people power. Whether you have an afternoon or a few hours a week, there's a way to help us win.
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Meet Maria in person. Join us at an upcoming event to learn about our vision for Ward 5.
Join Maria for a community conversation about the future of our public schools and youth programs.
An evening of food, music, and community to support our grassroots campaign. Suggested contribution: $50.
Help us knock on doors and talk to voters. Coffee and yard signs provided!
Photos from our events, canvassing, and community meetings across Ward 5.