Wendel Hunigan has served most of his adult life dedicated to teaching and helping others, and starting next month, he’ll begin a new chapter in his long resume of public service.

On April 1, Wendel Hunigan defeated 4-term incumbent Wayne Dennis to become Galesburg’s new alderperson in Ward 2. He will be sworn in to office May 5 at the Galesburg City Council meeting.

Hunigan joined WGIL's Jay Redfern and Tyler Gumm to discuss his recent victory and his vision for Galesburg.

The 78-year-old retired sociology instructor said he ran to address Ward 2’s deteriorating conditions, like neglected properties. He aims to be accessible, tackle poverty, homelessness, and de-industrialization citywide, and improve infrastructure. His teaching background shapes his approach, and he’s optimistic about Galesburg’s future.

[caption id="attachment_677727" align="aligncenter" width="1188"]Wendel and Elvria Hunigan Wendel and Elvria Hunigan (WGIL)[/caption]

 
lang="en-US"> From Classroom to Council: Wendel Hunigan on revitalizing Galesburg | WGIL 93.7 FM - 1400 AM
Site icon WGIL 93.7 FM – 1400 AM

From Classroom to Council: Wendel Hunigan on revitalizing Galesburg

Jay Redfern
Galesburg City Council Ward 2 alderperson-elect Wendel Hunigan.

Galesburg City Council Ward 2 alderperson-elect Wendel Hunigan. (WGIL)