Jim LoBianco, an openly gay man who worked as deputy commissioner at the Office of Homeless Services for the City of Chicago, has taken over as executive director of StreetWise, Inc..
LoBianco left the city office in a storm of controversy, as he resigned in April after being charged with driving under the influence and failure to reduce his speed after hitting a car in the Lake View neighborhood.
LoBianco will take over Jan. 1, 2011. On his Facebook page, he posted, “As I have come to know StreetWise, I have been very impressed by: the agency’s success in accomplishing itsmission, the dedication of its staff, and the commitment of its board of directors. I am honored that the board has entrusted me with the responsibility of leading such a critical and well-run organization.”