Cesar Guerrero Announces Slate For Joliet Township Government Races

JOLIET — Joliet City Council at-large member Cesar Guerrero notified Joliet Patch on Wednesday that he has withdrawn his candidacy papers at City Hall regarding his plans to seek re-election. Instead, Guerrero is running for another more notable political office: Joliet Township Supervisor.

The supervisor position had been held by Angel Contreras, but the three-time convicted drunken driver resigned from elected office last year, after pleading guilty to a felony. In Contreras' place, Alicia Morales was appointed as the Joliet Township Supervisor.

However, as a result of Tuesday night's caucus, Morales will not be the candidate for the Democratic Party of Joliet Township, Guerrero informed Joliet Patch.

According to his press release:

The Democratic Party of Joliet Township proudly announces its slate of candidates for the April 1, 2025, township elections. This diverse group of leaders is dedicated to fostering transparency, equity, and progress for the township’s residents.

Cesar Guerrero – Supervisor

Kendra Landfair – Clerk

Archie Gavin – Trustee

Andrea Bibian – Trustee

Quinn Adamowski – Trustee

Betty Washington – Trustee

Megan Cooper - Tax Collector

Vincent Alessio – Highway Commissioner (Incumbent)

Jim Brenczewski – Assessor (Incumbent)

“Our slate is a reflection of the strength and diversity of Joliet Township,” Guerrero, the candidate for Supervisor, announced in his press release. “Each candidate brings unique experience, perspective, and dedication to building a township that serves every resident with integrity. Together, we represent every part of our community, every generation, and a shared vision for progress.”

Key campaign priorities include enhancing and expanding township programs and building stronger connections between the township, governmental partners, and the residents.

“We are proud to bring this slate forward to the voters of Joliet Township,” Guerrero continued. “This is a team that truly understands the needs of Joliet Township. We’re ready to work hard, listen to the community, and deliver results that matter.”

The team will be meeting with residents throughout the township in the coming months, sharing their vision and listening to concerns, according to Guerrero's press release.

In July, Joliet Patch reported that Angel Contreras' DUI and charges of driving without a valid Illinois driver's license brought his Joliet Township political career to a screeching halt.

Now that Contreras has pleaded guilty to multiple felonies and received his sentence for summer of 2022 crimes, he's also resigned as the Joliet Township Supervisor. This marks the third conviction for driving under the influence in three different Midwest states for Contreras.

At a special meeting, Joliet Township government chose Morales to replace Contreras as the township's elected supervisor.

“I am excited to continue the work that this administration has started. The foundation of all our programs has been established. I’m ready to see them through with our team to fruition in serving our Township residents," Morales said in her July press release.