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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING GAIL SUFFREDIN ON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT
WHEREAS, Gail Suffredin, respected special education teacher at Proviso West High School in Hillside, Illinois, is retiring; and
WHEREAS, Gail had many accomplishments and has served in many capacities during her 35 years at Proviso. She was chair of the Special Services Department for 7 years and supervised the Transition Service Program for students transitioning out of school into the labor market; and
WHEREAS, during her tenure, she also served as the Yearbook Mentor for 5 years, the Graduation Coordinator for 10 years, the Sports Ticket Manager for all sports for 30 years; and the Ticket Manager for the Proviso West Holiday Boys Basketball Tournament for 30 years; and
WHEREAS, Gail was beloved within the Proviso West general and special education community. Her impact on students’ lives will be felt long after her retirement both by the students she served and, in the communities where those students live. Her presence will be missed but not forgotten.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, on behalf of the 5.2 million residents of Cook County, honors the work and contributions of Gail Suffredin, and herewith expresses its sincere gratitude for the invaluable contributions she made to the Citizens of Cook County, Illinois; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body and that an official copy of same be tendered to Gail Suffredin.
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