Chris Rothweiler for Alderman Ward 6

ABSENT W AN EXCUSE I’D RATHER NOT HAVE: It’s front page news but for me it’s been a life-changing event. I missed the April 20th City Council Meeting due to having a 4.5 hour major surgery on April 17th to remove a cancerous gland. I apologize to all Ward 6 residents for not being able to make it but I was in no condition yet to do so 3 days after surgery and my doctor’s order for rest for at least 1 week after surgery. I never stopped assisting residents with issues and worked last week by phone with a couple of residents to resolve concerns with the help of City Staff. I’m baaaack & the greatest news of all? The doctors are confident all cancer was addressed & a full recovery is likely. I have, will and fully intend to continue serving the residents of Ward 6 & the City of Belleville. We’re making progress & there’s much more to do. I intend to be present for our future & mine.

MORE IMPROVEMENTS COMING TO WARD 6! The City of Belleville approved & will be part of improvements to South Illinois Street. They are definitely needed. There will be some delays with traffic but will be worth it.

INDUSTRIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS: Parts of Belleville’s Industrial Park are having their roadway improved. These are along Marsh & Empire Drives. The Park is an important part of our City as it houses dozens of businesses & draws hundreds of workers daily. Those workers buy gas, food & shop in Belleville, not to mention the tens of thousands they provide in property & sales taxes. Other streets in Ward 6 are also scheduled for repair this year! More to come on those!