Meeting Name: Board of Commissioners Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 6/12/2025 9:00 AM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Cook County Building, Board Room, 118 North Clark Street, Chicago, Illinois
Consent Agenda - Issued on 6/6/2025
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25-2867 1 HONORING LEYDEN TOWNSHIP ON THEIR 175th ANNIVERSARYConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING LEYDEN TOWNSHIP ON THEIR 175th ANNIVERSARY WHEREAS, Leyden Township was established on April 2, 1850, at the house of Richard Fuller, and initially consisted mainly of prairie land with a timber strip along the Des Plaines River; and WHEREAS, Leyden Township is one of twenty-nine townships located in Cook County; and WHEREAS, the area was originally known as Orison, and in the 1840s, farmers began settling there. The Chicago & Pacific Railroad laid tracks through the township in 1870; and WHEREAS, Leyden Township encompasses portions of several municipalities, including Northlake, Melrose Park, Park Ridge, Norridge, and Bensenville, as well as all of River Grove, Schiller Park, Franklin Park, and Elmwood Park; and WHEREAS, the township has evolved from its agricultural roots to include a variety of residential and industrial areas; and WHEREAS, the total population of Leyden Township is 93,096 as of the 2020 census; and WHEREAS, Unincorporated Leyden Township is home to approximately 10,000 residents. Unincorporated Leyden utilizesapprovePass Action details Not available
25-3096 1 RESOLUTION CELEBRATING THE LEAGUERS 70TH ANNIVERSARY AND DECLARING MAY 30, 2025, THROUGH JUNE 2, 2025, “LEAGUERS’ WEEKEND”Consent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION RESOLUTION CELEBRATING THE LEAGUERS 70TH ANNIVERSARY AND DECLARING MAY 30, 2025, THROUGH JUNE 2, 2025, “LEAGUERS’ WEEKEND” WHEREAS, the Chicago Urban League was founded in 1916 and is an affiliate of one of the largest civil rights organizations in the country; and WHEREAS, for seven decades, the Leaguers, an auxiliary organization of the Chicago Urban League, centered community voices in cultural consciousness; and WHEREAS, upon Muriel Ibom receiving her master’s degree from Atlanta University (no Clark-Atlanta University), the legendary Whitney M. Young, Jr. recommended Muriel Ibom for a position with the Chicago Urban League (CUL). The Chicago Urban League hired Muriel Ibom as a community representative, responsible for attending various community meetings to raise awareness about the League and to communicate the organization’s positions to people in the community; and WHEREAS, Muriel Ibom quickly realized the League also needed fundraising support which prompted her to pull together about thirty (30) of their women friends in their twenties (approvePass Action details Not available
25-3056 1 VICTORIA LEE MOODY RESOLUTIONConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING VICTORIA LEE MOODY FOR HER OUTSTANDING PUBLIC SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP WHEREAS, Victoria Lee Moody, is a devoted Wife, Aunt, Sister and Daughter. Her father Richard Rudnick was a lifelong Iron worker who raised his family on a union paycheck. Vicki has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication to public service; and WHEREAS, as a small business owner, Vicki showcased her entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to her community; and WHEREAS, through her volunteer efforts, Vicki provided invaluable counseling and mentoring services to numerous troubled women, making a profound impact on their lives; and WHEREAS, since 2010, Vicki has worked tirelessly in management for the Office of the Cook County Clerk of the Circuit Court, contributing to the office's efficiency and effectiveness; and WHEREAS, in April 2017, Vicki made history by becoming the first woman elected to serve as a Township Highway Commissioner in Cook County, breaking down barriers and inspiring future generations of women; and WHEREAS, Vicki served in tapprovePass Action details Not available
25-3022 1 HONORING THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF GATLING’SConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF GATLING’S CHAPEL WHEREAS, Gatling’s Chapel was founded in 1985 by the late Lafayette Gatling Sr. and his wife, Marguerite Ewell Gatling, visionaries and trailblazers in funeral service; and WHEREAS, the chapel has served Chicago’s South Side with care, dignity, and professionalism for 40 years; and WHEREAS, Gatling’s Chapel introduced innovative practices, including drive-thru viewings, to meet the evolving needs of the community; and WHEREAS, the funeral home has provided comfort and guidance to countless families during their most difficult times; and WHEREAS, the Gatling family believes deeply in service, compassion, and honoring the lives of the departed; and WHEREAS, Gatling’s Chapel has been a source of employment and mentorship for many within the community; and WHEREAS, the legacy of Mr. Gatling continues through his wife, Mrs. Marguerite Ewell Gatling; his daughters, Shirl Gatling-Lacey and Marquita Gatling; his grandchildren, Aaron Gatling, Lyric Johnson, and Melody Johnson; along with the dedicateapprovePass Action details Not available
25-3163 1 HONORING THE RESURRECTION PROJECT (TRP)Consent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING THE RESURRECTION PROJECT (TRP) ON THEIR 35TH ANNIVERSARY WHEREAS, The Resurrection Project (TRP) is located at 1818 S. Paulina Street, Chicago, IL 60608 serving primarily the neighborhoods of Pilsen, Little Village, Back of the Yards, and surrounding areas; and WHEREAS, TRP was founded in 1990, emerging from a grassroots effort in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood, where a group of six local parishes came together in response to the neglect, violence, and economic disinvestment plaguing Pilsen in the late 1980's and early 1990's; and WHEREAS, these churches pooled $5,000 each, creating seed capital totaling $30,000 to launch the organization focused on community-driven change; and WHEREAS, TRP's initial mission was to empower residents to advocate for cleaner streets, safer neighborhoods, affordable housing, and access to quality education and resources; and WHEREAS, TRP began as a grassroots advocacy group, organizing locals to reclaim and rebuild their community; and WHEREAS, in 1991, TRP purchased its first property, the St.?Vitus compapprovePass Action details Not available
25-3164 1 HONORING THE LITTLE VILLAGE LAWNDALE HIGH SCHOOLConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING THE LITTLE VILLAGE LAWNDALE HIGH SCHOOL (LVLHS) ON ITS 20TH ANNIVERSARY WHEREAS, the Little Village Lawndale High School (LVLHS) is a public high school located in the South Lawndale (Little Village) neighborhood of the City of Chicago; and WHEREAS, the LVLHS opened in 2005 and serves students from the South Lawndale (Little Village) and North Lawndale areas; and WHEREAS, the LVLHS originated from the community's fundamental conviction that dignified education is a human right that should be accessible to the Brown and Black young people of the South, West, and Southwest sides of the City of Chicago. Community members and advocates fought for what was promised to them about opening a new high school and led fourteen parents and grandparents to a nineteen-day hunger strike in 2001; and WHEREAS, on May 13, 2001, 14 parents and community activists began a hunger strike demanding that the city move forward with building the promised school; and WHEREAS, the group known as "The 14" or sometimes the "Hunger Strikers" fasted for 19 days, drinapprovePass Action details Not available
25-3162 1 Honoring Access Living of Metropolitan ChicagoConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING ACCESS LIVING OF METROPOLITAN CHICAGO ON THEIR 45TH ANNIVERSARY WHEREAS, Access Living of Metropolitan Chicago (Access Living) is a leading nonprofit and Center for Independent Living (CIL) dedicated to empowering adults with disabilities in Chicago; and WHEREAS, Access Living, founded in 1980 and headquartered at 115 W.?Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60654; and WHEREAS, Access Living is led and staffed mainly by people with disabilities, and it champions the idea of "nothing about us without us." The organization advocates for independent living, civil rights, and social equality, inclusion; and WHEREAS, Access Living's vision is a world free from barriers and discrimination - where disability is a respected and natural part of the human experience, and people with disabilities are included and valued; and WHEREAS, Access Living's mission is to ignite disability power and pride, provide critical services, and break down systemic barriers to create a stronger, more inclusive society; and WHEREAS, Access Living started a disability housing coalition that approvePass Action details Not available
25-3161 1 Recognizing June as Alzheimer’s Disease awarenessConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING JUNE AS ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE AND BRAIN AWARENESS MONTH WHEREAS, June is Alzheimer's Disease and Brain Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, and to promote overall brain health; and WHEREAS, Alzheimer's Disease and Brain Awareness Month was officially recognized by the Alzheimer's Association in June 2014; and WHEREAS, according to the Alzheimer's Association, over 55 million people worldwide are currently living with Alzheimer's or another form of dementia; and WHEREAS, in 2020, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as many as 5.8 million Americans were living with Alzheimer's disease. The CDC expects that number to climb to about 95 million by 2060 WHEREAS, right now, Alzheimer's Disease is the sixth leading cause of death among adults in the U.S.; and WHEREAS, the number of people living with Alzheimer's disease doubles every five years after age 65; and WHEREAS, more than 90% of Alzheimer's Disease cases don't show symptoms until after the age of 60. In 2018, theapprovePass Action details Not available
25-3160 1 NATIONAL ORAL HEALTH MONTHConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING JUNE AS NATIONAL ORAL HEALTH MONTH WHEREAS, National Oral Health Month is observed each June in the United States to raise awareness about the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene and its connection to overall health; and WHEREAS, National Oral Health Month started getting official recognition and widespread backing from organizations like the American Dental Association (ADA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC); and WHEREAS, National Oral Health Month evolved from ongoing public health efforts to raise awareness about dental hygiene and access to care, especially among underserved populations; and WHEREAS, National Oral Health Month builds upon National Smile Month (UK-based, started in 1977), but the U.S. version emphasizes broader oral health issues beyond just smiling or appearance; and WHEREAS, June was chosen as National Oral Health Month due to its alignment with summer activities and outreach events among children; and WHEREAS, oral health affects other aspects of health such as heart disease, dapprovePass Action details Not available
25-3159 1 The month of June as national microchipRecognizing June as Professional Wellness monthConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF JUNE AS PROFESSIONAL WELLNESS MONTH WHEREAS, Professional Wellness Month is observed every June to highlight the importance of well-being in the workplace; and WHEREAS, Professional Wellness Month encourages organizations and professionals to prioritize wellness practices that support physical, mental, and emotional health at work; and WHEREAS, the concept of employee wellness began to gain traction in the U.S. during the 1970s, influenced by growing public health movements and the realization that workplace stress was impacting productivity; and WHEREAS, large corporations began experimenting with wellness programs that focus on fitness, smoking cessation, and stress management; and WHEREAS, the Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) have grown beyond just supporting addiction and crisis to also cover mental health, work-life balance, and financial issues counseling; and WHEREAS, groups like the National Wellness Institute played a key role in standardizing the dimensions of wellness, including physical, emotional, social, and occupaapprovePass Action details Not available
25-3158 1 The month of June as national microchip monthConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF JUNE AS NATIONAL MICROCHIP MONTH WHEREAS, every June, National Microchip Month is an awareness campaign designed to promote pet microchipping as a simple, safe, and effective means of helping reunite lost pets with their owners; and WHEREAS, by 1985, U.S.-based AVID Identification Systems, Inc. filed a patent for microchipping technology; and WHEREAS, in the late 1980s to early 1990s, the first microchips were being implanted into pets; and WHEREAS, in 2004, the American Food and Drug Administration stated that microchipping is a safe process for both animals and humans; and WHEREAS, 1 in 3 pets will become lost at some point in their lives; and WHEREAS, pets with microchips are 20 times more likely to be reunited with their families; and WHEREAS, a microchip is permanent and can't be removed or fall off like a collar; and WHEREAS, over 10 million pets are lost each year in the U.S; and WHEREAS, only 22% of lost dogs without microchips are returned to their owners, compared to 52% with microchips; and WHEREAS, for cats, the numbapprovePass Action details Not available
25-3138 1 CELEBRATING NORTH HALSTEDConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION CELEBRATING NORTH HALSTED AS A DIVERSE CORRIDOR OF NIGHTLIFE, SHOPPING, RESTAURANTS, AND ADVOCACY IN HONOR OF ITS CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE LGBTQIA+ COMMUNITY WHEREAS, North Halsted, located in the Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago and Cook County’s 10th District, stands as one of the most recognized LGBTQIA+ communities in the United States, proudly known as “Boystown”, the first officially designated gay village in the country; and WHEREAS, the North Halsted corridor has evolved into a dynamic cultural and economic district defined by its inclusive spirit, vibrant nightlife, beloved restaurants, and unwavering commitment to LGBTQIA+ rights, visibility, and equality; and WHEREAS, North Halsted has served not only as a refuge but as a national model for LGBTQIA+ activism, expression, and empowerment, continuously fostering a sense of belonging for people of all gender identities and sexual orientations; and WHEREAS, the neighborhood is home to the Center on Halsted, the Midwest’s most comprehensive LGBTQIA+ community center, and to Howard Brown Health, a approvePass Action details Not available
25-3139 1 NATIONAL RETURNING YOUTH MONTHConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING JUNE AS NATIONAL RETURNING YOUTH MONTH WHEREAS, National Returning Youth Month is recognized in the month of June to raise awareness of the challenges faced by young people reentering their communities after incarceration, and to highlight the importance of providing pathways to rehabilitation, education, employment, and long-term success; and WHEREAS, each year, thousands of youth in the United States are released from detention or correctional facilities and return to their communities, often facing systemic barriers such as limited access to housing, mental health care, education, and employment opportunities; and WHEREAS, Cook County has demonstrated national leadership in advancing juvenile justice reform, emphasizing a restorative approach that focuses on rehabilitation over punishment, and reducing reliance on detention through alternatives that keep youth in their communities and connected to families, schools, and supportive services; and WHEREAS, under the leadership of the Cook County Board of Commissioners, the Juvenile TempapprovePass Action details Not available
25-3140 1 NATIONAL ZOO AND AQUARIUM MONTHConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING NATIONAL ZOO AND AQUARIUM MONTH AND RECOGNIZING THE BROOKFIELD ZOO, SHEDD AQUARIUM, AND LINCOLN PARK ZOO FOR THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS TO CONSERVATION, EDUCATION, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT WHEREAS, the month of June is nationally recognized as Zoo and Aquarium Month, a time to highlight the important roles zoos and aquariums play in conservation, animal welfare, education, scientific research, and public engagement; and WHEREAS, Cook County is home to three of the nation’s leading zoological and aquatic institutions: the Brookfield Zoo, the Shedd Aquarium, and the Lincoln Park Zoo, each of which has earned international acclaim for their excellence and innovation; and WHEREAS, the Brookfield Zoo, operated by the Chicago Zoological Society and located in Brookfield, Illinois, has welcomed millions of visitors since its opening in 1934 and is recognized for pioneering naturalistic animal exhibits and its commitment to wildlife conservation and education; and WHEREAS, the Shedd Aquarium, located on Chicago’s Museum Campus, has served as a global leadapprovePass Action details Not available
25-3142 1 HONORING THE LEGACY OF ST. HILARY CATHOLIC SCHOOLConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING THE LEGACY OF ST. HILARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR ITS DECADES OF FAITH, SERVICE, AND EDUCATION TO THE COMMUNITY WHEREAS, since its founding in 1928, St. Hilary Catholic School, located at 5614 N. Fairfield Avenue in Chicago's North Park neighborhood and Cook County’s 10th District, has served as a cornerstone of Catholic education, providing a nurturing environment where faith, family, and academics thrived; and WHEREAS, the school was staffed by the Benedictine Sisters of St. Scholastica, who played a pivotal role in the institution's growth and success; and WHEREAS, under the leadership of dedicated principals such as Ms. Kristine Gritzmacher, the school maintained a commitment to academic excellence and moral development; and WHEREAS, the school offered a comprehensive curriculum that included arts, music, and athletics, fostering well-rounded individuals; and WHEREAS, the school community engaged in various outreach programs, including food drives, youth activities, and support for older adults, embodying the teachings of Christ through aapprovePass Action details Not available
25-3149 1 Resolution Recognizing the Efforts of the Racial Equity Rapid Response TeamConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE EFFORTS OF THE RACIAL EQUITY RAPID RESPONSE TEAM WHEREAS, for over 180 years, Cook County Health (hereinafter, “CCH”) provided and continues to provide health care to everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, immigration status, sexual orientation, or ability to pay; and WHEREAS, in addition to providing direct clinical care, CCH also works to identify and address social needs, including but not limited to food insecurity, housing instability, and justice involvement. Additionally, CCH has a long history of working to address structural and systemic racism and take an inclusive approach in its work; and WHEREAS, CCH is a founding hospital member of West Side United, including Ascension Health, Lurie Children’s Hospital, RUSH, Sinai Chicago, and UI Health. CCH was also a co-convenor of the Racial Equity Rapid Respond Team (hereinafter, “RERRT”) at the request the City of Chicago Mayor’s Office, under former Mayor Lori Lightfoot; and WHEREAS, The RERRT centered racial equity in all its efforts to address the pandemic to savapprovePass Action details Not available
25-3150 1 Resolution Honoring the 160th Anniversary of JuneteenthConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION RESOLUTION HONORING THE 160TH ANNIVERSARY OF JUNETEENTH WHEREAS, 160 years ago on June 19, 1865, Major General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and issued General Order No. 3, with news the Civil War ended and the enslaved were free; and WHEREAS, prior to Major General Gordon Granger’s issuance of General Order No. 3, President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on September 22, 1862. The Emancipation Proclamation declared slaves in the Confederate states, “shall be then, thenceforward, and forever free.” Subsequently, the issuance of General Order No.3 came nearly two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation went into effect on January 1, 1863; and WHEREAS, the Emancipation Proclamation laid the groundwork for the passage of the Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution abolishing slavery throughout the United States and its territories; and WHEREAS, formerly enslaved African Americans, along with free African Americans known as freedmen, in the Southwest region of the UnapprovePass Action details Not available
25-3155 1 Recognizing Gregory ColesConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING GREGORY COLES, FOUNDER OF SELOC LLC, AS A TRAILBLAZER IN AUTOMOTIVE INNOVATION AND LEADER IN ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY WHEREAS, Gregory Coles, a distinguished leader and innovator in the automotive industry, has demonstrated exceptional foresight, determination, and inventive spirit, particularly within the Black automotive community; WHEREAS, Gregory Coles founded SELOC LLC in 2019, a pioneering company dedicated to reducing automotive carbon emissions through innovative electrification solutions and fleet retrofit programs; WHEREAS, under his visionary leadership, SELOC LLC has developed a comprehensive, vehicle-agnostic platform that supports the electrification of fleets, promotes local economic growth, and creates employment opportunities; WHEREAS, Gregory Coles has championed the development of the Electric Vehicle Conversion Program (ECP), which provides technical training and workforce development for individuals aged 18 and older, thereby fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within the industry; WHEREAS, happrovePass Action details Not available
25-3130 1 Recognizing MSE INC. Solar ElectricConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING MSE INC. & MILLENNIUM SOLAR ELECTRIC TRAINING ACADEMY (MSETA) FOR THEIR LEADING ROLE IN THE SOUTHLAND’S SOLAR ENERGY AND SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES WHEREAS, over the past decade, the adoption of solar energy has significantly contributed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving air quality, and combating climate change across Illinois and the United States; and WHEREAS, solar power has transitioned from a niche technology to a vital component of the clean energy economy, helping communities reduce reliance on fossil fuels, create local jobs, and foster sustainable development; and WHEREAS, Millennium Solar Electric Inc. (MSE Inc.) and Millennium Solar Electric Training Academy (MSETA) have emerged as pioneering leaders in this movement within the South Suburban region of Illinois, embodying innovation, community engagement, and environmental stewardship; and WHEREAS, under the visionary leadership of Christopher W. Williams, MSE Inc. and MSETA have not only followed the path of renewable energy adoption but are also breapprovePass Action details Not available
25-3141 1 ESTABLISHING BLACK INFERTILITY AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH WEEK IN COOK COUNTYConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING BLACK INFERTILITY AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH WEEK IN COOK COUNTY WHEREAS, Black women in the United States experience unacceptably poor maternal health outcomes, including disproportionately high rates of death related to pregnancy or childbirth, and are three to four times more likely to experience a pregnancy-related death than white women, numbers that are mirrored in Illinois; and WHEREAS, a person’s race should never determine their health outcomes, and pregnancy and childbirth should be safe for all. However, for far too many Black women, safety and equity have been tragically denied due to generations of systemic disadvantages in health care delivery and health care access, including lack of access to health care information and services, lack of insurance coverage, denial of therapeutics, limited access to contraceptive services, and cultural biases and discrimination in medical practice and medical education; and WHEREAS, additionally overall reproductive health challenges affecting Black individuals and families related to challengeapprovePass Action details Not available
25-3134 1 Kefir DayConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING JUNE 18TH AS KEFIR DAY IN COOK COUNTY WHEREAS, Kefir is a fermented milk drink similar to a thin yogurt or ayran that is made from kefir grains; and WHEREAS, Kefir dates back to the Bronze Age. Traditional kefir was made in goatskin bags that were hung near a doorway; the bags would be knocked by anyone passing through to keep the milk and kefir grains well mixed; and WHEREAS, the name Kefir comes from the Turkish word “keyif,” which refers to the “good feeling” a person gets after drinking it; and WHEREAS, Kefir is rich in probiotics, B vitamins, vitamin C, and calcium; and WHEREAS, Kefir also contains antioxidants and is said to improve nutrient absorption. The list of health benefits associated with probiotic-rich foods grows consistently year after year; and WHEREAS, Kefir supports skin health by promoting a balanced gut micro biome which can reduce inflammation and improve conditions like acne, eczema and dryness; and WHEREAS, Kefir supports mental health by nourishing the gut microbiome which plays a key role in regulatapprovePass Action details Not available
25-3136 1 RECOGNIZING INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY 2025 AND CELEBRATING ITS OBSERVANCE WITH THE INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF VEDIC WELLNESS (IUVW), STREAMWOOD, ILConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY 2025 AND CELEBRATING ITS OBSERVANCE WITH THE INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF VEDIC WELLNESS (IUVW), STREAMWOOD, IL WHEREAS, in September 2014, the Honorable Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, in his address to the United Nations General Assembly proposed that June 21st, the Summer Solstice and longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, be recognized globally as International Yoga Day in acknowledgment of Yoga’s profound universal significance; and WHEREAS, in his address, Prime Minister Modi affirmed that “Yoga is an invaluable gift of our ancient tradition. Yoga embodies the unity of mind and body, thought and action... a holistic approach that is valuable to our health and well-being. Yoga is not just about exercise; it is a path to discover the sense of oneness with yourself, with the world, and with nature.”; and WHEREAS, the United Nations, recognizing the timeless relevance of this ancient practice, proclaimed June 21st as International Day of Yoga on December 11, 2014, through UN Resolution approvePass Action details Not available
25-3135 1 PROCLAIMING PRIDE MONTH IN COOK COUNTYConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING PRIDE MONTH IN COOK COUNTY WHEREAS, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex and Asexual (LGBTQIA+) Pride Month is celebrated every June to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan and works to achieve equal justice and opportunity for LGBTQIA+ Americans, as well as recognize the impact that LGBTQIA+ individuals have had on society at local, national, and international levels; and WHEREAS, the Stonewall Riots were a series of demonstrations in which members of the LGBTQIA+ community protested police raids and harassment and marked the beginning of the modern LGBTQIA+ rights movement; and WHEREAS, the first Pride March was held in New York City on June 28, 1970, on the one-year anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising; and WHEREAS, the LGBTQIA+ movement and its allies have fought hard to win the right to one's gender, to marry, and to start families while also continuing to fight against hate speech, hate crimes, and ongoing discrimination targeted at both the personal and legal levels; and WHEREAS, the curapprovePass Action details Not available
25-3115 1 GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION DAYConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING JUNE 6 AS GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION DAY IN COOK COUNTY AND IMPLEMENTING “WEAR ORANGE DAY” ACROSS ALL COUNTY AGENCIES WHEREAS, gun violence remains a public health crisis affecting communities across Cook County, particularly in historically disinvested Black and Brown neighborhoods where trauma, grief, and inequity persist; and WHEREAS, the United States recorded over 48,800 gun deaths in 2021-including more than 26,000 suicides and nearly 21,000 homicides-the highest number in a single year, according to the 2023 Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health report; and WHEREAS, in 2021, the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office reported 1,087 gun-related homicides, and 739 such homicides in 2023, reflecting a continuing crisis that demands coordinated, urgent, and community-centered action; and WHEREAS, gun violence is now the leading cause of death for children and young adults in the United States, and Black Americans are over 10 times more likely than white Americans to die by firearm homicide; and WHEREAS, Hadiya Pendleton, a 15-year-old hoapprovePass Action details Not available