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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
TO CREATE THE FLAG2021 ADVISORY PANEL AND COMMISSION THE DESIGN OF A 21st CENTURY COOK COUNTY FLAG
WHEREAS, over one year from now, on January 15, 2021, Cook County Government will celebrate the 190th Anniversary of its founding; and,
WHEREAS, in 2031, the County will celebrate 200 years of service to the people of Cook County; and,
WHEREAS, over the course of the next year, the newly-formed Cook County Historic Archives and Records Office, or CARO (Archives Office) will develop printed and online materials, displays, presentations and other events to properly acknowledge the founding of Cook County Government and the role Cook County played in the growth and development of the state, region and nation; and,
WHEREAS, it is essential to the success of the Archives Office mission that events and activities involve and engage as many residents of Cook County in discussing the historic role of Cook County Government; and,
WHEREAS, one of the most prominent official symbols of Cook County Government is the Cook County Flag; and,
WHEREAS, the County Board approved the current County Flag by Resolution on March 14, 1961 after four County employees and the County Treasurer came up with a design on their own that was submitted by President Daniel Ryan to the Board; and,
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners believes the official symbols of Cook County should represent and promote the essential aspects of the County's 21st century mission--our nearly 200 years of service; the unique geography and landscapes; and the diversity of our people so that all residents may be encouraged to learn about and discuss the role of Cook County Government; and,
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners believes that some of the most important residents of the County whom the Archive Office must involve in these activities are the students of Cook County, who will further the knowledge of Cook County's Government to future generations;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RE...
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