
Campaign
Thank You, Thank you, Aurora for putting your trust in my ability to lead our city. My thank you message is overdue, but I wanted to include some vote totals.…
AURORA, IL – Former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn endorsed John Laesch for Mayor of Aurora. His comments focused on good government, transparency and addressing pay-to-play. Laesch highlighted a recent report…
Throughout my time in public office and as a community advocate with Northern Illinois Jobs with Justice I have always been a strong voice for working families. I am grateful…
I want to thank the residents of Aurora for sending a strong message to the current administration that we need a government and economy that works for everyone, not just…
Instead of birthday gifts, I am asking for help canvassing just 3 weeks before the election! The good news is that we are expecting a heat wave with temperatures in…
FUN FACT: Did you know that John Laesch often works in nuclear power plants? This photo was taken in a training center because cameras are not allowed in the…
IRVIN MAKES UP LAWS IN ATTEMPT TO REMOVE OPPONENTS FROM BALLOT: All five mayoral campaigns that are opposing Richard Irvin have been in regular contact and worked together to…
I was one of the two Aurora City Council members to vote “no” on an $13.8 Million subsidy to ACCA this past Tuesday. ACCA is an abbreviation for the Aurora…
A grocer who has two East Aurora locations wants to open another Carniceria El Paso Grande grocery store at the old Aldi location (2134 W Galena Blvd), and he is…
During the last council meeting, Alderman Mesiacos and I voted against a $952,690 contract with Scientel and others to install security cameras throughout our new public works facility. The contract…

John Laesch is known for his unwavering commitment to populist issues. With a strong focus on social justice, environmental sustainability, and inclusive policies, he seeks to lead Aurora toward a more equitable and forward-thinking future.