Hauman says she won’t seek re-election to Bloomington council

Posted on July 2, 2018

Diana Hauman says she won’t seek re-election as Ward 8 alderman in 2019. (WJBC file photo)

By Greg Halbleib

BLOOMINGTON – The Ward 8 alderman on the Bloomington City Council says she won’t seek re-election.

Diana Hauman announced her decision this morning to step away from the council next year at the conclusion of her term. She has served on the council since September 2014 when she was appointed by Mayor Tari Renner. Hauman was elected to a full four-year term in April 2015.

In a release announcing her decision, Hauman says she’s proud of her work as alderman but frustrated that she has not had more of an influence in bringing the 10-member council together as a cohesive unit. Hauman added she is announcing her plans early to encourage Ward 8 residents to run for the seat in the April 2019 election or support a qualified candidate.

Hauman says she will remain active in the community through Kiwanis, Illinois State University Senior Professionals, the Multicultural Leadership Program, the McLean County League of Women Voters and other organizations.

Greg Halbleib can be reached at [email protected].

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