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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECOGNIZING AND CONGRATULATING COURTNEY Q. JONES FOR HIS LEADERSHIP, DEDICATION, AND COMMITMENT TO UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES, AFFORDABLE HOUSING, AND THE REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS
WHEREAS, Courtney Q. Jones is co-principal and business development officer of Chicago Homes Realty Group (ReCHRGE) where they specialize in residential and commercial real estate sales, as well as leasing and property management. Courtney’s focus is business acquisition opportunities; and
WHEREAS, Courtney’s true love for people led him to begin a career in real estate. He has a passion to serve and create opportunities for underserved communities; and
WHEREAS, Courtney has 19 years of experience in personal and commercial banking, mortgages, investments, and sales training. His exceptional ability to lead and influence others, along with his congenial personality, has thrust him into his position of Vice President at
JP Morgan Chase; and
WHEREAS, Courtney began his career in 1999 in New York, NY where he was a part of a wealth management program designed to increase clients‘ assets. Courtney managed over $400 million in assets and consistently exceeded sales revenue goals; and
WHEREAS, Courtney, a servant leader, has served in various capacities in the Real Estate Industry. He currently serves as the president of the Dearborn Realtist Board, an African American trade association, and the local chapter of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers. Courtney piloted the City’s most successful Community Receivership program where approximately 300 graduates received a designation as Receivership Specialists; and
WHEREAS, Courtney was recently appointed by the City of Chicago’s Mayor Lori Lightfoot to serve on the Housing Transition Committee. Courtney was appointed by Chicago’s Immediate Past Mayor Rahm Emmanuel to the steering committee for the City’s Department of Planning and Development’s Five-year Housing Plan and the Advisory Committee; and
WHEREAS, Courtney currently serves as a court-appointed receiver for the Historical Pittsfield Building in Chicago, Illinois, as well as the Executive Director and Founder of the Black Coalition for Housing (BCFH), which advocates, educates, rehabilitates, and teaches on behalf of underserved communities; and
WHEREAS, in addition to his many affiliations, certifications, awards, and recognitions, and when he is not working or serving the community, Courtney Q. Jones is an avid golfer, self-proclaimed chef, and sports enthusiast who enjoys spending quality time with his wife, four children, family, and friends.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Dennis Deer Cook County Commissioner 2nd District along with President Toni Preckwinkle and the entire Board of Commissioners do hereby recognize and congratulate Courtney Q. Jones for his Leadership, Dedication and Commitment to Underserved Communities, Affordable Housing, and the Real Estate Industry in Cook County, Illinois; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that an official copy of this resolution be tendered to Mr. Courtney Q. Jones and a suitable copy be spread upon the official proceedings of this honorable body
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