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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECOGNIZING ANITA CABALLERO FOR HER CONTINUED DEDICATION TO THE COMMUNITIES OF COOK COUNTY IN HONOR OF WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH
WHEREAS, March was Women's History Month in which we not only highlight the contributions of women in history but also in contemporary society; and
WHEREAS, Anita Caballero has been an involved resident of the Brighton Park neighborhood for over 30 years; and
WHEREAS, Anita Caballero was motivated by violence in her community to take matters into her own hands and began attending community meetings; and
WHEREAS, Anita Caballero helped increase participation in these meetings by helping distribute leaflets and talking to residents of the Brighton Park area and encouraging their involvement; and
WHEREAS, Anita Caballero’s contributions and dedication in the community has transcended into all areas of community organizing; and
WHEREAS, Anita Caballero became the Board President of Brighton Park Neighborhood Council and has served in this role for the past 10 years; and
WHEREAS, Anita Caballero has worked with Brighton Park Neighborhood Council to develop many important programs and initiatives including afterschool programs, training classes for parents, housing and financial counseling and more; and
WHERAS, Anita Caballero has been part of the Local School Council at Davis Elementary and has helped bring a health center to that school; and
WHEREAS, Anita Caballero has been at the forefront advocating and organizing on some of the most important issues affecting her community and has helped make Brighton Park and the surrounding areas a better place; and
WHEREAS, Anita Caballero’s drive comes from wanting a fruitful future for her children, grandchildren, but most importantly, for her whole community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Cook County Board of Commissioners does hereby honor Anita Caballero for her continued dedication to the people of Cook County and recognizes her in honor of Women’s History Month.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT this text be spread upon the proceedings of this Honorable Body and that a suitable copy of this Resolution be presented to Anita Caballero.
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