Vi Daley was first elected Alderman of the 43rd Ward in 1999.  She has been an active Lincoln Park resident for over forty years.  She served as Chief of Staff to former Alderman Charles Bernardini and as Executive Director at Friends of Lincoln Park.

Reflecting the concerns of Lincoln Park residents,  Alderman Daley serves as the Vice Chair of the Zoning Committee and the Historical Landmark Preservation Committee.   Ald. Daley was the sponsor of legislation to protect victims of excavation damage.  She introduced legislation to create height limits for mid-sized residential buildings and for business and commercial buildings, ensuring continuity on residential and arterial streets.  Daley also wrote the legislation that limits the number of branch banks on pedestrian-oriented commercial streets.  She continues to promote the preservation of unique buildings throughout the 43rd Ward.

Alderman Daley has worked to bring extensive capital improvements to the 43rd Ward.  Armitage, Halsted, Lincoln, Fullerton and Clark have all been recipients of improved lighting and landscaping.  Her efforts have resulted in pedestrian friendly streets, especially in commercial areas.  Pedestrian level lights and traffic signal modernization are just a few of the additional safety measures provided for residents, their guests and for shoppers and shopkeepers in the evening hours. 

Alderman Daley is a tireless negotiator, working with neighbors and developers to ensure controlled development in this extremely dense ward.  Daley strongly supports public/private partnerships, such as a remodeled kitchen for the 55th Engine Company firehouse on Halsted.   Alderman Daley created the Lakefront Sculpture Exhibit to bring large-scale contemporary sculptures to the area and a children's bike fest to promote safe summer activities.   Her annual bingo party for local senior citizens is a much-anticipated event.

Alderman Daley and her husband, Vince, have two adult daughters, Kathleen and Colleen.

Alderman Vi Daley serves on the following City Council Committees:

Budget and Government Operations
Economic, Capital and Technology Development
Finance
Historical Landmark Preservation - Vice-Chair
Parks and Recreation
Special Events and Cultural Affairs
Zoning - Vice-Chair