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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECOGNIZING THE IMPORTANCE OF ENGAGING YOUTH TO SHAPE POLICY AND BUILD OPPORTUNITY IN HONOR OF COOK COUNTY YOUTH DAY
WHEREAS, according to the most recent United States census data and current census data estimates, presented by the World Population Review, Cook County has an approximate population of 5.04 million residents; and
WHEREAS, according to American Community Survey (ACS) estimates from 2019 through 2023, Cook County has approximately 1.57 million residents, or approximately 31.2% Cook County's population, under the age of twenty-seven (27); and
WHEREAS, according to most recent compiled census data, presented by the world population review, there are approximately 1.2 million residents, or approximately 23.8% Cook County's population, under the age of twenty (20); and
WHEREAS, on March 20, 2019, The Cook County Board of Commissioners passed Resolution 19-2397 establishing Youth Day at the County, as such, it is important to recognize our commitment to the well-being and success of our youth; and
WHEREAS, youth across Cook County face myriad issues directly affecting their physical, mental, and behavioral health. These issues range from violence and other adverse childhood experiences, mental health and healthcare disparity, food deserts, and lack of economic opportunities; and
WHEREAS, Cook County finds it in its best interest to invest in building the next generation of Cook County leaders through education, discussion, and policy development of vital importance to the future of Cook County; and
WHEREAS, Cook County seeks to build a setting where young people from across Cook County can share their common goals while better understanding their differences; and
WHEREAS, the County Board President, Commissioners, Justice Advisory Council and Offices under the President recognize that successful childhoods lead to successful neighborhoods and that the experiences of our most vulnerable children and young adults incorpora...
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