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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING THE DUSABLE HERITAGE ASSOCIATION
WHEREAS, The DuSable Heritage Association, created in 2002, is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the legacy of Haitian founder of Chicago, Jean-Baptiste Pointe DuSable, through educational and cultural activities; and
WHEREAS, this year, 2018, marks the 200th year memoriam of the death of Jean Baptiste Pointe DuSable; and
WHEREAS, The DuSable Heritage Association will present yearlong cultural and educational activities honoring the many great contributions that Haitian and Americans of African origins have brought to Illinois; and
WHEREAS, The DuSable Heritage Association acknowledges March 4 is the anniversary of the incorporation of Chicago founded by Jean Baptiste Pointe DuSable; and
WHERAS, members, leaders and supporters of the Haitian community convened on March 3, 2018 to celebrate the aspiration of “DuSable Park: On the Horizon 2020”, the development of the City of Chicago Park District’s DuSable Park; and
WHEREAS, The DuSable Heritage Association also honored Haitian American institutions who empower, educate and provide needed services in many communities across the greater Cook County; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the President and the Cook County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the residents of Cook County, recognizes the importance of The DuSable Heritage Association and its essential contribution to the education and viability of Cook County; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this text be spread upon the official proceeding of this Honorable Body, and a suitable copy of the same be tendered to The DuSable Heritage Association.
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