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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECONGIZING CHICAGO FEx 10th YEAR ANNIVERSARY
WHEREAS, Chicago Foreign Exchange' Shortened as FEx celebrated its 10th Year Anniversary at Sub T Lounge, 2011 W. North Ave; on July 20, 2019 and
WHEREAS, the origin of Foreign Exchange was to bring people together from various backgrounds and teach them though dance that they all have common roots; and
WHEREAS, FEx was the begun by David Lozano, his partner and main DJ Tyson Sanchez aka "New Life" was the Music Director, together they reached out to worldwide talent giving many notable artists their first exposure to Chicago music scene; and
WHEREAS, FEx specialized in playing dance music and hosting artist from all over the world; and
WHEREAS, the common denominator was the most of this music worked with Reggae/Dancehall vocals which Dominque Rowland "MC ZULU" would sing in English, Patois, Spanish and Portuguese; and
WHEREAS, Resident David "Itzi Naliah" Marques brought a strong graphic design aesthetic to the table ultimately being responsible for the overall look and feel of FEx. DJ Sergio "Mano" Flores helped syndicate the idea of Foreign Exchange throughout the United States via his California, New York, and Texas connections; and
WHEREAS, Mark Armstrong communicate the same global awareness via his culinary skills. His themed pastries were created, offering a glimpse into the diversity they all brought to the table. The culinary aspects were enhanced by baristas Rebecca Sharp and Kate Zara who interacted with the guest from diverse backgrounds and crafted specialty items fitting their various tastes. In addition, Jose Tapia and Rich Contreas utilized their video marketing skills to cultivate an appreciative audience.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Cook County Board of Commissioners, do hereby acknowledge and congratulate Chicago FEx 10th Year Anniversary in wish them continued success in all of their future endeavors.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a s...
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