Ericka Vetter was appointed 7th Ward alderperson in December 2025. Previously, Vetter served as city treasurer from April 2021 to May 2025. She also served on the Oak Forest Social Services Committee and Police Pension Board. Professionally, Ericka is the director of events at Chicago Gaelic Park in Oak Forest. She has more than 20 years of corporate experience in sales, event planning, management, and event consulting.
In addition to her civic and professional responsibilities, Ericka has served as board secretary for the Fierke Education Center's Parent Teacher Organization, and as a volunteer for the Oak Forest Flag Football and Cheer program and Oak Forest Girls’ Softball.
A lifelong resident of Oak Forest and a graduate of Oak Forest High School – GO BENGALS! – Ericka is proud to serve her hometown and to work with the mayor, city council and city staff. She earned a bachelor's of science in public relations from Illinois State University in 2004. Ericka and her husband have two daughters.