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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
CONGRATULATING ANNE CAMPBELL ON HER RETIREMENT AS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF UNITED PALATINE COALITION
WHEREAS, Anne Campbell has dedicated her life to the well-being of her community and its residents; and
WHEREAS, Anne Campbell began her career of public service as a nurse in both hospital and school settings for fifteen years after obtaining her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Depaul University; and
WHEREAS, Anne Campbell earned her Master's Degree in Social Justice and Community Development from Loyola University Chicago, before becoming executive director of United Palatine Coalition (UP Coalition) in 2019; and
WHEREAS, UP Coalition is a collective impact initiative working to build partnerships between organizations, businesses, and residents in Palatine. Created in 2015 by the United Way of Metropolitan Chicago, UP Coalition addresses achievement gaps among Palatine youth 24 years and younger via the establishment of supportive and collaborative community partnerships; and
WHEREAS, through targeted outreach, Anne Campbell recruited over 50 partner organizations from various sectors with the vision of equally preparing all Palatine students for successful, productive, self-reliant lives by promoting equity in their communities; and
WHEREAS, Anne Campbell launched UP Coalition's Wellness Action Team, comprised of over 20 organizations focused on addressing community needs in areas such as mental and physical health, early childhood education, and food and clothing needs through a strategic approach prioritizing awareness, education, and prevention as more and more households are found to be facing complex challenges; and
WHEREAS, Anne Campbell catalyzed the Digital Divide Action Team to improve access to digital skill-building classes, affordable high-speed internet, and devices because it is vital for empowering families and communities to thrive in education and economic growth; and
WHEREAS, in response...
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