Ward 2 Alderwoman Juany Garza
Juany Garza is the first elected Hispanic Alderwoman in Aurora, coming into office in April 2005. Born in Monterrey Nuevo Leon, Mexico, Alderwoman Garza came to the United States in 1971.
Alderwoman Garza received her degree as an elementary teacher in Mexico and now is a successful business woman. Alderwoman Garza is the president of J&G Insurance in Villa Park.
Alderwoman Garza has been serving communities since 1978, when she volunteered at her daughter's kindergarten school in 1978. Since then, Alderwoman Garza has been involved in several organizations, including:
- New Horizons - 1979 to 1980; an organization that focuses on improving literacy within the Hispanic community.
- Kiwanis Club - 1982 to1987; a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. Kiwanis focuses on the special needs of children, from prenatal development to age five.
- Cermak Road Chamber of Commerce and Industry - 1987 to 2004; Alderman Garza served for 4 years as the treasurer.
- LULAC (League of United Latin American Citizens) - 1987 to 2004; whose mission is to advance the economic condition, educational attainment, political influence, and the health and civil rights of the Hispanic population of the United States.
- Hispanic Civic Alliance of Illinois - 2002 to 2005
- Community United for the 21st Century - 2005 to 2006
Alderwoman Garza is the Chairperson on the Infrastructure and Technology Committee (I&T) and member of the Building, Zoning, and Economic Development (BZE) Committee.
Alderwoman Garza has three children: Marbella, Ricardo, and Hafid; and is the loving grandmother of Isabel Duran, Madelyne Eve Muniz, Roman Muniz, Ben Cristobal, and Jacob Cristobal.
Juany Garza es la primera concejala hispana electa en Aurora, y asumió el cargo en abril de 2005. Nacida el 3 de diciembre de 1954 en Monterrey, Nuevo León, México, la concejala Garza llegó a los Estados Unidos en 1971.
La concejala Garza se licenció como maestra de primaria en México y ahora es una exitosa mujer de negocios. La concejala Garza es la presidenta de J&G Insurance en Villa Park.
La concejala Garza ha estado trabajando con las comunidades desde 1978, cuando fue voluntaria en el jardín de infantes de su hija en 1978. Desde entonces, la concejala Garza ha estado involucrada en varias organizaciones, entre ellas:
• New Horizons - 1979 a 1980; una organización que se enfoca en mejorar la alfabetización dentro de la comunidad hispana.
• Kiwanis Club - 1982 a 1987; una organización global de voluntarios dedicados a cambiar el mundo, un niño y una comunidad a la vez. Kiwanis se enfoca en las necesidades especiales de los niños, desde el desarrollo prenatal hasta los cinco años.
• Cermak Road Chamber of Commerce and Industry - 1987 a 2004; la concejala Garza sirvió durante 4 años como tesorera.
• LULAC (Liga de Ciudadanos Latinoamericanos Unidos) - 1987 a 2004; cuya misión es mejorar la condición económica, el logro educativo, la influencia política y la salud y los derechos civiles de la población hispana de los Estados Unidos.
• Hispanic Civic Alliance of Illinois - 2002 a 2005
• Community United for the 21st Century - 2005 a 2006
La concejala Garza es la presidenta del Comité de Infraestructura y Tecnología (I&T) y miembro del Comité de Construcción, Zonificación, y Desarrollo Económico (BZE).
La concejala Garza tiene tres hijos: Marbella, Ricardo y Hafid; y es la abuela cariñosa de Isabel Duran, Madelyne Eve Muniz, Roman Muniz, Ben Cristóbal y Jacob Cristóbal.
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🎓 Scholarship Opportunity for Ward 2 Students! 🎓
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$2,500 Scholarship Opportunity for Ward 2 Students!
Alderwoman Juany Garza is proud to award two $2,500 scholarships to deserving college students from Aurora’s Second Ward this September 2026!
📌 Eligibility Requirements:
✅ Must live in Ward 2, Aurora, IL
✅ Be a U.S. citizen/legal resident
✅ Enrolled full-time in a 2- or 4-year college for 2026-2027
✅ Hold a 3.0 GPA or higher
✅ Have community service experience
✅ Be present (or represented) at the Hispanic Pioneers Breakfast on Sept. 10, 2026🗓️ Deadline: August 21, 2026
📍 Drop off at: Aldermen’s Office 60 E. Downer Place, Aurora, IL
📬 Or mail to: 44 E. Downer Place, Aurora, IL (must be postmarked by 8/21)You can download your application here: https://yourvoice.aurora.il.us/24980/widgets/119087/documents/83670
Submit:
- Application form
- College transcripts
- Proof of enrollment
- Community service letter
- Personal photo
- Personal statement
- Reference letter
- IRS W-9 forms (student & school)
Past recipients are not eligible!
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Congratulations to our “Make It Beautiful” Contest Winners!
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These beautiful front yards landscapes are a reflection of the pride and care that make Ward 2 truly special. Thank you to everyone who participated and continues to make our ward shine!
— Juany, Alderwoman of Ward 2
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Ward 2 Alderwoman
Phone 630-499-5560 Email garzaj@aurora.il.us
