ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Businesses. Investment. Property.
Supporting existing businesses, attracting responsible investment, strengthening commercial corridors, and expanding economic opportunity in our community.
COMMUNITY FIRST
BUSINESS. JOBS. PEOPLE.
- Lifelong Maywood Resident
- Entrepreneur & Small Business Owner
- Community & Business Leader
1,399
Votes earned
2025 Park District Election
Votes earned
2025 Park District Election
COMMUNITY FIRST
Community First isn't just a slogan. It's how I serve.
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Jobs. Careers. Skills.
Connecting residents with employers, job opportunities, career training, apprenticeships, and skills that lead to sustainable careers.
EDUCATION & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Youth. Seniors. Families.
Expanding access to education, resources, programs, and opportunities that strengthen youth, seniors, and families.
MEET ANTHONY
THIRD-GENERATION MAYWOOD RESIDENT. COMMUNITY FIRST.
Anthony Cook is a third-generation Maywood resident, entrepreneur, elected public servant, and community and business leader. His work focuses on strengthening local businesses, expanding opportunities for residents, supporting education, and serving the community. His approach is simple: Community First.
- 3rd Generation Maywood resident
- Entrepreneur and small business owner
- Community & Business Leader
- Elected Public Servant
BUSINESS. JOBS. PEOPLE.
Real Priorities. Real Follow-Through
Community First means focusing on the issues that directly affect residents, families, and businesses. Anthony's priorities are built around three areas: economic development, workforce development, and education & community development.
50+
Community Events Hosted
1,399
Votes Earned
2025 Park District Election
10+
Years Community Service
1000+
Volunteer Hours Organized
YOUR VOICE. YOUR IMPACT.
Let's Build Something Better — Together.
Community First in Action
Anthony's priorities come from conversations with residents — not from a checklist.
WHAT DOES MAYWOOD NEED MOST? Tell Anthony what matters most to you, your family, your business, or your neighborhood.
Tell AnthonyPartnerships That Deliver
Bringing residents, businesses, nonprofits, schools, and community institutions together so opportunities and resources reach the people who need them.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Where Anthony Will Be
Community meetings, neighborhood gatherings, business events, youth programs, and civic events. Come meet Anthony, share what matters to you, and help shape the community's priorities.
New dates are on the way
No upcoming events are scheduled right now. Check back soon, or follow Anthony on social media for the latest.
Recent events
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Community Kickoff
Meet Anthony, connect with neighbors, and be heard. Come share your ideas for a stronger Maywood and find out how to get involved.