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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION IN CELEBRATION OF THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE WEST SUBURBAN WATER COMMISSION
WHEREAS, In May 1964, Justice-Willow Springs Water Commission was incorporated in Cook County, creating a utility to bring safe and clean water to the residents of Justice and Willow Springs; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the past fifty years, the Water Commission has grown and evolved while continuing to provide invaluable services to our community; and
WHEREAS, The Water Commission delivers more than 2.5 million gallons of water to residents in Justice, Willow Springs and Hickory Hills daily; and
WHEREAS, Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, the Water Commission team works tirelessly to manage water main repairs, ensure water quality, read meters through state-of-the-art technology, visit homes to check for water leaks, and help customers understand their water bills; and
WHEREAS, For five decades, residents of the Justice, Willow Springs and Hickory Hills communities have come to depend on the Water Commission for clean and safe water whether it be for drinking, cooking, washing dishes, brushing their teeth, or watering their lawn; and
WHEREAS, The Water Commission recognizes the importance of not only providing needed services but also acting as strong partners and neighbors, and;
WHEREAS, This was never more apparent than when the Des Plaines River flooded in 1986 and dozens of Water Commission employees worked to clear the flooded streets and help rebuild our communities; and
WHEREAS, In January 2014, the Water Commission became known as the West Suburban Water Commission, reflecting the organization it has become and the goals and high standards it upholds; and
WHEREAS, Looking to the future, the West Suburban Water Commission will continue to provide clean, safe water and dependable services to our residents for generations to come; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and the Cook County Board of Commissioners does hereby honor the West Suburban Water Commission, its commissioners, and staff for the work they perform for the citizens of Justice, Willow Springs and Hickory Hills; and hereby expresses our appreciation for their fifty years of service in Cook County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a suitable copy of this resolution is tendered to the West Suburban Water Commission and that it also be spread upon the proceedings of this honorable body.
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