Eric Lindsay, Chairperson
Eric wears many hats in North Lawndale. A long-time community resident and homeowner, Eric is principal of the Eric Lindsay American Family Insurance Agency, He is a ten-year veteran of the North Lawndale Neighborhood Advisory Council and an eloquent advocate for the community.
Robert Steele
Robert’s commitment to advocacy and public service is well known. He currently serves as a commissioner on the Cook County Board of Commissioners, representing the 2nd District. He has held a variety of leadership positions within the City of Chicago and Cook County. A life-long resident of North Lawndale, Robert served as Chair of the North Lawndale Local Advisory Council for seven years.
Floyd Vaughn
Floyd is a life long resident of North Lawndale. He is also an American Family Insurance agent. A life-long resident of the community, Floyd is particularly interested in ways to improve the appearance of the community, and serves as Captain for NeighborWorks projects in North Lawndale.
Karen Cole
A life-long resident of North Lawndale, Karen operates a day care facility in the community. Karen serves as Secretary for the Local Advisory Council. She has served on the Council for ten years.
Frederick Cole
Originally from the State of Georgia, Reverend Cole is an ordained minister. He recently completed a Juris Doctorate degree. He and his wife, Karen, operate a day care facility in North Lawndale. Reverend Cole has served on the Advisory Council for ten years.
Willie Marks
Originally from the State of Georgia, Mr. Marks owns a Greystone in North Lawndale. He is also a member of the North Lawndale Greening Committee.
Doretha Penn
A long-time resident of North Lawndale (originally from the State of Louisiana), Mrs. Penn, affectionately known as Momma Penn, chairs the Membership Committee for the Council. She is engaged in many community activities, including the North Lawndale Greening Committee and the Lawndale Historical and Cultural Society.
Nora Watson
Mrs. Watson is a resident of the K-Town area of North Lawndale. Her community ties have been helpful in developing the Cornerstones of Community partnership with the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Ruth Covin
Mrs. Covin, referred to as the “Mother of the Board,” is a lone-term resident of the K-Town area of the community. She was one of the first African-Americans to purchase a home in K-Town.
Sheila Barber
Sheila has life-long ties to North Lawndale. She’s served on the Council from its inception in 1999, and currently is the Citi Bank representative to the Council. She is involved with numerous community groups, including Lawndale Christian Development Corporation and the North Lawndale College Prep High School.
Carl Malone
Carl has long-term ties to North Lawndale; however, he represents Harris Bank on the Advisory Council.
Debbie Cannon
A community resident and new member of the Council, Debbie brings a real-estate background to the table that has helped NHS better understand housing demand within the North Lawndale market.
Brent Michel
Brent is a resident of the community and is employed by the Lawndale Christian Health Center. His background in marketing has been extremely helpful to the local office and the Council.
James Jones
James is a new member of the Council. He recently purchased his first home in North Lawndale. Utilizing NHS programs such as Pre-Purchase counseling, James brings a critical voice and energy to the Council.
Paul Norrington
Paul is relatively new to the Council. He is president of the 4100 W. 21st block Club. A very active community resident, Paul adds a critical voice to the Council.
Tracy Scott
Tracy is a life-long resident of the community. An employee of the Chicago Fire Department, Tracy has a particular interest in safety and has worked with the Firestoppers Program, which NHS acts as a partner with the American Red Cross. Tracy is the owner of a three-flat Greystone, and has been very helpful in working with NHS programs as well as assisting the Redevelopment Corporation.
Lonnie Williams
A new member of the Council, Lonnie is the president of the award-winning 1600-1800 S. Central Park Block Club. She will add new energy to the Council.
Darren Tillis
Darren is a life-long resident of North Lawndale. He has used a variety of NHS services, including the financing of a gut-rehab on a building he acquired on the 1600 block of S. Central Park. Darren wears two hats for NHS as he is a resident, and an agent for State Farm Insurance.
Bruce Williams
Bruce has been a member of the Council for five years. He purchased his home through NHS purchase-rehab program.
