File #: 18-5831    Version: 1 Name: HONORING EAST LAKE VIEW NEIGHBORS AND THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF ITS OKTOBERFEST CELEBRATION
Type: Consent Calendar Resolution Status: Approved
File created: 9/10/2018 In control: Board of Commissioners
On agenda: 9/11/2018 Final action: 9/11/2018
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING EAST LAKE VIEW NEIGHBORS AND THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF ITS OKTOBERFEST CELEBRATION WHEREAS, East Lake View Neighbors' is a community organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life in the neighborhood through active citizenship, fostering a sense of community and charitable works; and, WHEREAS, East Lake View Neighbors' boundaries stretch from Addison Street north to Irving Park, and from Clark Street east to Lake Michigan; and, WHEREAS, East Lake View Neighbors meets monthly to discuss community happenings, including new business openings, public safety, volunteer opportunities and more; and, WHEREAS, 13 residents comprise of East Lake View Neighbors' Board of Directors, who are pulled from a cross-section of the community, including residents, business owners, and employees; and, WHEREAS, on September 23, 2018, East Lake View Neighbors will host its 20th annual 'Oktoberfest' celebration; and, WHEREAS, roughly 300 neighbors attend the ann...
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PROPOSED RESOLUTION

 

HONORING EAST LAKE VIEW NEIGHBORS AND THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF ITS OKTOBERFEST CELEBRATION

 

WHEREAS, East Lake View Neighbors' is a community organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life in the neighborhood through active citizenship, fostering a sense of community and charitable works; and,

 

WHEREAS, East Lake View Neighbors’ boundaries stretch from Addison Street north to Irving Park, and from Clark Street east to Lake Michigan; and,

 

WHEREAS, East Lake View Neighbors meets monthly to discuss community happenings, including new business openings, public safety, volunteer opportunities and more; and,

 

WHEREAS, 13 residents comprise of East Lake View Neighbors’ Board of Directors, who are pulled from a cross-section of the community, including residents, business owners, and employees; and,

 

WHEREAS, on September 23, 2018, East Lake View Neighbors will host its 20th annual ‘Oktoberfest’ celebration; and,

 

WHEREAS, roughly 300 neighbors attend the annual event at Murphy’s Bleachers on 3655 N Sheffield Ave, and the event raises money for the local community; and,

 

WHEREAS, for $30, attendees enjoy Oktoberfest Beer, Wine, and Sodas, a Pig Roast, Grilled Chicken, Grilled Vegetables & Brats, German Potato Salad & Dessert as well as the chance to win many prizes at the silent auction; and,

 

WHEREAS, Auction items in a number of price ranges are available, with past items including Sports, Concert & Theater tickets, rooftop baseball game passes, autographed sports memorabilia, spa services, museum tours, boat cruises, restaurant & pet care gift certificates, jewelry, & many more.

 

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners hereby honors East Lake View Neighbors for its continuous work to improve the lives of East Lake View residents and wishes the organization a successful 20th annual Oktoberfest celebration. Prost!

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