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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION HONORING ECUADOR INDEPENDENCE DAY AND COLONIA DE COTOPAXI
WHEREAS, on August 10, 1809, Ecuador was the first country in Latin America to claim Independence; and
WHEREAS, the Colonia de Cotopaxi and the Ecuadorian Community of Chicago will be celebrating the 206th anniversary of the First Cry of Independence in Latin America; and
WHEREAS, those who fought for an end to foreign domination in Ecuador merit special honor, for their long and difficult struggle, which began with the establishment of self-government in Quito on August 10, 1809 and resulted in victory in May 24, 1822; and
WHEREAS, the Ecuadorian community in Chicago makes a rich and significant contribution to the strength of this County and the City of Chicago by devoting their talents, traditions, and viewpoints to the collective good; and
WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners appreciates the Ecuadorian community for their ongoing valuable contributions to this county; and
WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners wish the Ecuadorian community continuing success as it enhances the cultural richness that makes Illinois the gem of the Midwest; and
WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners commend the Colonia de Cotopaxi and Jorge Burbano, Executive Director, for highlighting the importance of the First Cry of Independence.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Cook County Board of Commissioners on behalf of the citizens of Cook County, do hereby proclaim Monday, August 10, 2015 to be “Ecuador Independence Day” in Cook County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be presented to the Colonia de Cotopaxi to commemorate this auspicious occasion.end