Meeting Details
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Meeting date/time:
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9/24/2026
11:00 AM
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Minutes status:
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Draft
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Meeting location:
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Cook County Building, Board Room,
118 North Clark Street, Chicago, Illinois
Consent Meeting
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26-2324
| 1 | | HONORING RICK KWASNESKI FOR A LIFETIME OF PUBLIC SERVICE | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION HONORING RICK KWASNESKI FOR A LIFETIME OF PUBLIC SERVICE
WHEREAS, Chairman Rick Kwasneski was originally appointed to the Pace Board on August 28, 2002 as the representative from Southwest Cook County, and then was appointed Chairman of the Pace Board on December 7, 2006, becoming the third and longest-serving chairman in Pace’s history; and
WHEREAS, Chairman Kwasneski’s advocacy to the Illinois General Assembly enabled Pace to thrive, resulting in legislation that increased Pace funding in both 2008 and 2025; and
WHEREAS, Chairman Kwasneski’s vision for express bus-on-shoulder service led to a 2011 change in State law that makes Pace the sole operator of buses on the shoulder of Interstate 55 in the southwest suburbs and which led to 600% ridership growth in that corridor over the first seven years of the service; and
WHEREAS, Chairman Kwasneski led the development of Pace’s Pulse rapid transit program and the launch of the first two lines, on Milwaukee Avenue in 2019, and on Dempster Street in 2023, with another four lines currently | | |
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26-2193
| 1 | | Honoring September 1802026 as national POW/MIA recognition day | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING SEPTEMBER 18, 2026 AS NATIONAL POW/MIA RECOGNITION DAY
WHEREAS, throughout our Nation’s history, American service members held as Prisoners of War have endured extraordinary sacrifice, including isolation, captivity, trauma, hardship and, in some cases, inhumane treatment in violation of international law and the standards of human dignity; and
WHEREAS, National POW/MIA Recognition Day was established in 1979 by proclamation of President Jimmy Carter and has since been observed annually on the third Friday of September to honor former Prisoners of War and those who remain missing and unaccounted for; and
WHEREAS, generations of American service members have answered our Nation’s call to duty, many risking capture, imprisonment, injury and death in defense of our country. On National POW/MIA Recognition Day, we honor those who endured captivity, remember those who remain missing and unaccounted for and stand with the families who continue to await answers; and
WHEREAS, nearly 81,000 Americans remain missing from past conflicts, and the co | | |
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26-2156
| 2 | | Jamie Irene Jones In Memoriam | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
JAIME IRENE JONES, IN MEMORIAM
WHEREAS, Jamie Irene Jones (nee Humphrey) passed away peacefully on August 14th in her Woodridge home, surrounded by her family, after a 10-year journey with breast cancer; and
WHEREAS, Jamie Irene Jones was born in Chicago and grew up as one of three sisters. A 2000 graduate of Willowbrook High School, Jamie met David Jones in 1999, who would later become the love of her life. After being set up to attend a wedding in 2003-a date Jamie would fondly call her “Best Date Ever”-Jamie and Dave were married in 2007; and
WHEREAS, Jamie Irene Jones is survived by her beloved husband, David, and her children, Nicholas, Emma, Irena, and Michaela; and
WHEREAS, Jamie Irene Jones was the devoted sister of Michelle Bukowski and Beth Schneider; and
WHEREAS, Jamie Irene Jones faithfully served the people of Cook County Government for 20 years; and
WHEREAS, Jamie Irene Jones began working for the Cook County Highway Department as a summer aide, working and assisting in various divisions of the Department, including Personnel, the Map Division | | |
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26-2205
| 1 | | Resolution- Congratulating LaVern Moore on Her Retirement | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
CONGRATULATING LAVERN MOORE ON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT FROM COOK COUNTY GOVERNMENT
WHEREAS, LaVern Moore has been a dedicated and loyal public servant for Cook County Government for 34 years; and
WHEREAS, LaVern Moore began her career at Cook County in 1991 as a Commissary Line Worker and served in Sanitation in the Laundry Room prior to it being contracted for the Cook County Sheriff’s Department under President Richard Phelan. She subsequently worked under Presidents John H. Stroger, Bobbie L. Steele, Todd Stroger, and Toni Preckwinkle; and
WHEREAS, LaVern remained with the Cook County Sheriff’s Department until her transition to Janitorial Services within the Department of Facilities Management, where she began her tenure as a Janitor II; and
WHEREAS, LaVern served as Janitor II at the Domestic Violence Courthouse; and
WHEREAS, LaVern’s responsibilities under her current title as Janitor II included providing custodial services, assisting Community Service Officers as lead contact and liaison for the Domestic Violence Courthouse. LaVer | | |
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26-2323
| 1 | | HONORING MICHAEL W. LEWIS FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE RTA | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION HONORING MICHAEL W. LEWIS FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY
WHEREAS, Michael W. Lewis was appointed to the Board of Directors of the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) in November 2013, representing suburban Cook County; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lewis has served the RTA with distinction for more than a decade, including in his role as Vice-Chair of the Audit Committee and as a member of the Finance Committee, providing steady leadership and thoughtful oversight of the Authority’s financial stewardship and accountability; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lewis brought to the RTA a wealth of corporate experience from his more than 30-year career with BMO Financial Group, where he served in numerous roles including assistant vice-president, vice-president, and team leader in the Special Industries Group, assuming responsibility for the Healthcare, Education, and Tax-Exempt Institutions Team; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lewis concluded his distinguished corporate career as Regional President and Executive Vice President of the Chicago Metro Regi | | |
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26-2285
| 1 | | Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) 40th anniversary | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECOGNITION OF THE WOMEN’S BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER’S 40TH ANNIVERSARY
WHEREAS, the Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) was founded in 1986 by Hedy Ratner and S. Carol Dougal with a mission to expand economic opportunity for women and strengthen communities through business ownership; and
WHEREAS, in March 1986, the WBDC announcement its establishment of the nation’s first Small Business Development Center for Women marking an early milestone in its pioneering work to advance women entrepreneurs; and
WHEREAS, throughout its 40-year history, the WBDC has fostered bipartisan collaboration and built enduring partnerships among government leaders, corporate partners, nonprofit organizations and community stakeholders, continuing the founders’ commitment to bridging political and ideological divides in pursuit of expanding economic opportunity; and
WHEREAS, for four decades the WBDC has provided comprehensive support to business owners across the Midwest, including business advising, entrepreneurial training, access to capital, certification as | | |
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26-2335
| 1 | | 80TH BIRTHDAY OF PROFESSOR SHAFFDEEN A. 80th Birthday of Professor Shaffdeen Amuwo | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING THE 80TH BIRTHDAY OF PROFESSOR SHAFFDEEN A. AMUWO
WHEREAS, Professor Shaffdeen A. Amuwo, born on September 15, 1946, in Lagos, Nigeria, and Professor Emeritus at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) School of Public Health, is a globally renowned advocate, humanitarian, and scholar of public health and equity in healthcare and education whose decades of leadership, service, and vision have transformed thousands of lives in the United States, Nigeria, and several other countries; and
WHEREAS, Professor Amuwo is a proud son of Lagos, educated at Zumratul Islamiyyah Elementary School and Methodist Boys’ High School, having attended evening classes and worked at the United Bank for Africa prior to continuing his studies in the United States; and
WHEREAS, Professor Amuwo is a paternal descendant of the Royal Family of the Eletu Iwashe of Lagos and a maternal grandson of Chief Sadiku Sarumi, the Ashoju Oba of Lagos during the reign of Oba Adele; and
WHEREAS, Professor Amuwo has played a critical role in laying the foundation for the grou | | |
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26-2096
| 1 | | Honoring the life legac and service of Pastor David Coleman, Sr | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION HONORING THE LIFE, LEGACY, AND EXTRAORDINARY SERVICE OF PASTOR DAVID COLEMAN, SR.
WHEREAS, Pastor David Coleman, Sr. devoted his life to faith, family, public service, and the advancement of Chicago's Englewood community, leaving an enduring legacy of compassion, leadership, and unwavering commitment to others; and
WHEREAS, Pastor David Coleman, Sr. was born on May 14, 1934, in Parkdale, Arkansas, the seventh of eleven children born to Reverend John and Ruby Coleman. Raised in a household rooted in faith, hard work, perseverance, and service, he carried these values throughout every aspect of his life and ministry; and
WHEREAS, following the passing of his father, Reverend John Coleman, in 1967, Pastor David Coleman, Sr. accepted the call to serve as Pastor of New Mt. Sinai Missionary Baptist Church. For more than five decades, until his retirement in 2020, he faithfully led the congregation, providing steadfast spiritual guidance while transforming the church into a cornerstone of hope, fellowship, and service for countless families throu | | |
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26-2263
| 1 | | RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER AS OVARIAN CANCER AWARENESS MONTH IN COOK COUNTY | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER AS OVARIAN CANCER AWARENESS MONTH IN COOK COUNTY
WHEREAS, ovarian cancer is the fifth leading cause of cancer deaths among women in the United States and causes more deaths than any other gynecologic cancer; and
WHEREAS, in the United States, a woman’s lifetime risk of being diagnosed with ovarian cancer is approximately 1 in 78; and
WHEREAS, the American Cancer Society estimates 21,010 cases of ovarian cancer will be newly diagnosed in 2026 and 12,450 individuals will die from the disease nationwide; and
WHEREAS, ovarian cancer is the deadliest of all female reproductive system cancers; and
WHEREAS, the five-year survival rate for ovarian cancer is over 90 percent for individuals diagnosed in early stages; and
WHEREAS, while mammograms can detect breast cancer and Pap smears may detect cervical cancer, there is no reliable early detection test for ovarian cancer; and
WHEREAS, in June 2007, the first national consensus statement on ovarian cancer symptoms was developed to provide consistency in describing sympto | | |
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26-2348
| 1 | | HONORING HAZEL CREST POLICE CHIEF MITCHELL R. DAVIS III FOR HIS DISTINGUISHED CAREER IN LAW ENFORCEMENT AND NATIONAL LEADERSHIP | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING HAZEL CREST POLICE CHIEF MITCHELL R. DAVIS III FOR HIS DISTINGUISHED CAREER IN LAW ENFORCEMENT AND NATIONAL LEADERSHIP
WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners is pleased to recognize Mitchell R. Davis III, Chief of Police for the Village of Hazel Crest, for his distinguished career in law enforcement, commitment to public service, and recent installation as the 49th National President of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE); and
WHEREAS, Chief Davis has dedicated decades to protecting and serving communities throughout the South Suburbs, beginning his law enforcement career with the Park Forest Police Department and later serving as Chief of Police for the Villages of Dixmoor and Hazel Crest; and
WHEREAS, Chief Davis has demonstrated exceptional leadership throughout his career, including serving as the 73rd President of the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police, becoming the first black President of that organization; and
WHEREAS, Chief Davis has held numerous leadership positions with NOBLE and now serves | | |
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26-2347
| 1 | | RECOGNIZING BLOOD CANCER AND SICKLE CELL AWARENESS MONTH IN COOK COUNTY | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECOGNIZING BLOOD CANCER AND SICKLE CELL AWARENESS MONTH IN COOK COUNTY
WHEREAS, the month of September is National Blood Cancer and Sickle Cell Awareness Month, a month-long initiative designated by Congress to help focus attention on the need for research and treatment of blood cancer and sickle cell diseases; and
WHEREAS, Sickle cell disease (SCD) is the most common inherited blood disorder in the United States, in which red blood cells may become sickle-shaped and harden. For a baby to be born with sickle cell disease, both parents must carry a sickle cell trait or gene. Sickle cell disease is not contagious, and there is no universal cure; and
WHEREAS, about 1 in 13 African Americans carry the sickle cell trait, and many do not know they have it; an estimated 100,000 people in the U.S. have SCD, with approximately 2,000 babies born with SCD annually in the United States; and
WHEREAS, people of many ethnic backgrounds can have SCD, but it disproportionately affects Black and Brown Americans, with more than 90% of U.S. cases occurring in non-Hisp | | |
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26-2308
| 1 | | CASA | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION HONORING COURT APPOOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATES (CASA) OF COOK COUNTY FOR ITS EXTRAORDINARY ADVOCACY ON BEHALF OF CHILDREN AND YOUTH IN FOSTER CARE
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Illinois Juvenile Court Act, (705ILCS 405/2-17.1) Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) serve as trained advocates appointed by the court to represent the best interests of children involved in abuse and neglect proceedings; and
WHEREAS, Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Cook County, founded in 1986, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring that children involved in the foster care system have their rights protected, their voices heard, and their best interests advanced through advocacy that promotes safety, permanency, well-being, and successful transitions to adulthood; and
WHEREAS, for more than forty years, CASA of Cook County has provided unwavering advocacy and support to more than 12,000 children and youth affected by abuse, neglect, family instability, trauma, and prolonged involvement in the child welfare system; and
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26-2311
| 1 | | HONORING RAMI DOUKKY FOR 31 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE TO COOK COUNTY HEALTH | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING RAMI DOUKKY FOR 31 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE TO COOK COUNTY HEALTH
WHEREAS, Dr. Rami Doukky, MD, MSc, MBA, has devoted 31 years of distinguished service to Cook County Health, beginning his career at the historic Cook County Hospital in 1995 and serving as an attending cardiologist since 2002; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Doukky served as Chairman of the Division of Cardiology from 2014 to 2024, providing visionary leadership that strengthened cardiovascular care, education, research, and quality throughout Cook County Health; and
WHEREAS, in 2022, Dr. Doukky became the Founding Medical Director of the Cook County Health Cardiovascular Service Line, where he developed and implemented a comprehensive system of cardiovascular services, including advanced cardiac imaging, structural heart disease, electrophysiology, pulmonary embolism intervention, lipid and cardiovascular genetics, and specialized HIV cardiovascular care; and
WHEREAS, under his leadership, Cook County Health achieved national recognition for cardiovascular quality and excellence, in | | |
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26-2150
| 1 | | Honoring Jennifer ‘Sis’ Killen on her departure from service of cook county | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING JENNIFER ‘SIS’ KILLEN UPON THE OCCASION OF HER DEPARTURE FROM SERVICE TO COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS
WHEREAS, Jennifer ‘Sis’ Killen has had an accomplished and widely admired 27-year career in the transportation industry; and
WHEREAS, Sis began her tenure with Cook County in 2012 as Bureau Chief for the Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH) Transportation and Planning section, where she oversaw the traffic, project studies, programming, agreements and right-of-way divisions; and
WHEREAS, in 2013, she was promoted to DoTH Assistant Superintendent - the first female to achieve the title - where she assisted the Superintendent with all department functions, and oversaw six bureaus that perform planning, design, construction, maintenance and administrative activities; and
WHEREAS, in April 2021, Sis was appointed as Superintendent of DoTH, again making County history as the first female to hold the title in the department’s 113-year history, where she was charged with the planning, design, operation, maintenance and construction of 561 centerli | | |
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26-2205
| 1 | | Resolution- Congratulating LaVern Moore on Her Retirement | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
CONGRATULATING LAVERN MOORE ON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT FROM COOK COUNTY GOVERNMENT
WHEREAS, LaVern Moore has been a dedicated and loyal public servant for Cook County Government for 34 years; and
WHEREAS, LaVern Moore began her career at Cook County in 1991 as a Commissary Line Worker and served in Sanitation in the Laundry Room prior to it being contracted for the Cook County Sheriff’s Department under President Richard Phelan. She subsequently worked under Presidents John H. Stroger, Bobbie L. Steele, Todd Stroger, and Toni Preckwinkle; and
WHEREAS, LaVern remained with the Cook County Sheriff’s Department until her transition to Janitorial Services within the Department of Facilities Management, where she began her tenure as a Janitor II; and
WHEREAS, LaVern served as Janitor II at the Domestic Violence Courthouse; and
WHEREAS, LaVern’s responsibilities under her current title as Janitor II included providing custodial services, assisting Community Service Officers as lead contact and liaison for the Domestic Violence Courthouse. LaVer | | |
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26-2191
| 1 | | Timothy J. O Conner Jr Retirement | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
CELEBRATING THE RETIREMENT OF TIMOTHY J. O’CONNOR JR. AND HONORING HIS ILLUSTRIOUS YEARS OF DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE AT COOK COUNTY GOVERNMENT
WHEREAS, Tim O’Connor has devoted the past five and a half decades to serving the residents of Cook County, he began his public service career as a teenager working part-time at the Clerk’s Office; and
WHEREAS, he harnessed his stellar work ethic instilled in him by his father and previous roles working as a newspaper delivery boy from grammar school through high school and at McDonald’s to engage the public in a meaningful and intentional capacity that would leave them feeling seen, uplifted and empowered; and
WHEREAS, Tim launched his government career in July 1970, his first position at Cook County began in the Clerk’s Office; and
WHEREAS, Tim’s professionalism and dedication to helping others through exemplary customer service was continuously demonstrated in succeeding roles serving in the Treasurer’s Office, Auditor’s Office and eventually in the Department of Revenue where he’s been since 1991; and
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26-2441
| 1 | | HONORING NATIONAL HISPANIC AND LATINX/E HERITAGE MONTH | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING NATIONAL HISPANIC AND LATINX/E HERITAGE MONTH
WHEREAS, National Hispanic and Latinx/e Heritage Month was founded to celebrate the diverse culture, extensive histories, and significant contributions of Hispanic and Latinx/e communities and takes place on a yearly basis from September 15th to October 15th; and
WHEREAS, Public Law 90-48 was passed in 1968 under President Lyndon Johnson, which celebrated one week of Hispanic and Latinx/e Heritage; and
WHEREAS, with the passage of Public Law 100-402, it was extended to a month in 1988 by President Ronald Reagan and was enacted into law on August 17, 1988; and
WHEREAS, the independence of Guatemala, Costa Rica, Honduras, Nicaragua, and El Salvador is celebrated on September 15th, followed by Mexico on September 16th, Chile on September 18th, and Belize on September 21st; and
WHEREAS, throughout the years, Hispanic and Latinx/e individuals have made notable cultural, economic, political and social contributions to the United States; and
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26-2418
| 1 | | NATIONAL INDEPENDENT COSTUME STORE DAY | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECOGNIZING OCTOBER 10, 2026, AS NATIONAL INDEPENDENT COSTUME STORE DAY
WHEREAS, independent costume stores support the creative and cultural life of Cook County by serving schools, theatres, performers, filmmakers, artists, community organizations, neighborhood celebrations, businesses, and families; and
WHEREAS, these year-round local businesses provide professional knowledge, personal service, theatrical resources, craftsmanship, creative employment, and access to costumes, makeup, wigs, masks, accessories, props, vintage garments, and rental collections; and
WHEREAS, the National Costumers Association established National Independent Costume Store Day to recognize the contributions of independent costume stores and encourage communities to support these important local institutions; and
WHEREAS, Chicago Costume Company, founded in 1976, is celebrating fifty years of serving Chicago and Cook County and has helped bring countless theatrical productions, school programs, public celebrations, performances, and community events to life; and
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26-2391
| 1 | | RESOLUTION HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF CHARLES ROY “CHUCK” BOWEN SR. | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF CHARLES ROY “CHUCK” BOWEN SR. November 23, 1933 - July 31, 2026
WHEREAS, Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom, called from our midst Charles Roy “Chuck” Bowen Sr., a distinguished public servant, political strategist, cultural preservationist, mentor, and steadfast advocate whose extraordinary life and service left an indelible imprint upon Chicago and Cook County; and
WHEREAS, Charles Roy Bowen Sr. was born on November 23, 1933, in Atlanta, Georgia, and moved to Chicago with his mother at the age of eight, where he established a remarkable legacy of civic engagement, political leadership, cultural stewardship, and community empowerment; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Bowen entered public and political life at a young age, distinguishing himself through his extraordinary ability to mobilize communities, cultivate coalitions, and navigate the institutions influencing the political and economic advancement of African Americans in Chicago; and
WHEREAS, throughout his consequential career, Mr. Bowen served as a trusted political | | |
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26-2387
| 1 | | HONORING DR. PEGGY A. MONTES ON THE OCCASION OF HER 90TH BIRTHDAY | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING DR. PEGGY A. MONTES ON THE OCCASION OF HER 90TH BIRTHDAY
WHEREAS, Dr. Peggy A. Montes is a native Chicagoan born on October 17, 1936, who has devoted her life to serving women, girls and disadvantaged children, with a philanthropic and volunteer career centered on Empowering Women and Educating Children; and
WHEREAS, Peggy left teaching to found and lead multiple institutions, and is best known as the Founder and President of the Bronzeville Children’s Museum - still the first and only African American children’s museum in the country - now celebrating its 33rd Anniversary, and as a civic, cultural, educational and women’s rights activist who serves on numerous boards, commissions and committees; and
WHEREAS, a lifelong volunteer, Dr. Montes made history as the first female Chairman of the Board of Trustees and Building Committee at the DuSable Museum of African American History, where Dr. Margaret T. Burroughs was her mentor and best friend, and led the development and completion of the $3.5 million Harold Washington Wing; and
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26-2444
| 1 | | RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT COMMUNITY AND ETHNIC MEDIA ACROSS COOK COUNTY | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT COMMUNITY AND ETHNIC MEDIA ACROSS COOK COUNTY
WHEREAS, Cook County recognizes that information is power, and that community and ethnic media play a vital role in ensuring equitable, local and culturally and linguistically relevant and trusted information to communities that are often not reached by mainstream media; and
WHEREAS, Cook County is the second largest county in the country that is home to diverse racial, ethnic, religious and linguistic communities; and
WHEREAS, community media refers to independent media organizations that are owned, controlled, and operated by and for a community, serving its specific interests. They serve as a third sector of the media apart from mainstream private and public media, fostering media pluralism and supporting democratic functions including voter education, civic engagement, participation and access; and
WHEREAS, ethnic media refers to media that is developed by and for specific ethnic, religious or linguistic communities, that are often isolated from mainstream media. They provid | | |
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26-2429
| 1 | | RESOLUTION HONORING THE 80TH ANNIVERSARY OF SAINT SOPHIA BULGARIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION HONORING THE 80TH ANNIVERSARY OF SAINT SOPHIA BULGARIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH
WHEREAS, Saint Sophia Bulgarian Orthodox Church was established in 1946 and has served as one of the oldest and most enduring Bulgarian Orthodox institutions in the Chicago metropolitan area for the last eight decades, providing a spiritual home for generations of Bulgarian immigrants and their descendants; and
WHEREAS, throughout its 80-year history, Saint Sophia Bulgarian Orthodox Church has played an important role not only as a place of worship, but also as a center for community life, preserving Bulgarian Orthodox faith, culture, traditions, and national heritage in Cook County and the greater Chicago area; and
WHEREAS, Saint Sophia Bulgarian Orthodox Church maintains its spiritual connection with the Bulgarian Orthodox Church - Bulgarian Patriarchate and has contributed to preserving the religious traditions and identity of generations of Bulgarian Americans; and
WHEREAS, the Church celebrates September 17, the Feast Day of the Holy Martyrs Sophia, Faith, | | |
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26-2430
| 1 | | RECOGNIZING GINA ROXAS, OAKTON COLLEGE'S DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI HONOREE | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECOGNIZING GINA ROXAS, OAKTON COLLEGE'S DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI HONOREE
WHEREAS, The Oakton Distinguished Alumni Award began in 1982 to provide examples of the college’s values “through professional excellence, community service, and overall achievement.”; and
WHEREAS, this year’s Honorees are making an impact across a wide range of fields and communities and includes Executive Director of Trickster Cultural Center, Gina Roxas; and
WHEREAS, Roxas, a citizen of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation, has drawn on her background in environmental studies and her grandmother’s traditional teachings as she works to connect Indigenous knowledge and Western science to advance ecological stewardship and cultural resilience; and
WHEREAS, under Roxas’ leadership, Trickster Cultural Center has amplified Native American voices through first-voice narratives, contemporary arts, and community education; and
WHEREAS, Roxas has also guided land-based initiatives that revitalize traditional plant knowledge and connect healing, environmental justice, and se | | |
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26-2439
| 1 | | RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER AS RECOVERY MONTH IN COOK COUNTY | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER AS RECOVERY MONTH IN COOK COUNTY
WHEREAS, according to the 2024 United States National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 48.4 million (16.8%) Americans aged 12 and older battled a substance use disorder in 2024; and
WHEREAS, the Survey also found that, in 2024, 27.9 million Americans 12 and older had an alcohol use disorder while 28.2 million Americans 12 or older has reported battling a drug use disorder in the past year; and
WHEREAS, 1 in 6 (7.7 million) of these people who suffered from Substance Abuse Disorders (SUD) in the past year struggled with both alcohol and drug use disorders simultaneously; and
WHEREAS, in 2024, 21.2 million adults suffered from both a mental health disorder and a substance use disorder; and
WHEREAS, though genetics - including the impact of one’s environment on gene expression - account for about 40% to 60% of a person’s risk of addiction, other environmental factors that may increase a person’s risk of addiction include a chaotic home environment and use, parental drug use and attit | | |
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26-2438
| 1 | | RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER AS SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH IN COOK COUNTY | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER AS SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH IN COOK COUNTY
WHEREAS, Suicide Prevention Month is observed every September as an opportunity to raise awareness about suicide prevention, reduce stigma around mental health issues, and to encourage open conversations and support for those affected by suicide; and
WHEREAS, though Suicide Prevention Month began in 2008, the observance evolved over time through the efforts of mental health advocates, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies; and
WHEREAS, this development began in 1975 thanks to activities sponsored by The American Association of Suicidology that culminated in the observance of National Suicide Prevention Week during the second full week of September, and was designed to inform and engage health professionals and the general public about suicide prevention and warning signs of suicide; and
WHEREAS, later in 1999, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. David Satcher put out his Call to Action to Prevent Suicide, marking one of the earliest comprehensive efforts by the U.S. governmen | | |
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26-2440
| 1 | | A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 11TH AS EMERGENCY NURSES WEEK | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 11TH AS EMERGENCY NURSES WEEK
WHEREAS, since 1989, the Emergency Nurses Association has recognized the second Wednesday in October as Emergency Nurses Day; and
WHEREAS, in 2001, the Emergency Nurses Association expanded the celebration to a full week to highlight emergency nurses more; and
WHEREAS, this year’s Emergency Nurse’s Week will be observed during the week of October 11th; and
WHEREAS, tens of thousands of emergency nurses in the United States have expertise in caring for all emergency patients across the spectrum of the lifespan ushering life in at birth and allowing for a dignified death; and
WHEREAS, emergency nurses are highly trained to recognize life-threatening problems and solve them on the spot, playing a vital role in treating patients in emergency situations, caring for those most in need, and saving lives on a daily basis; and
WHEREAS, emergency nurses continue to stand strong no matter the challenges they face or the difficult situations that are brought to them; an | | |
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26-2431
| 1 | | A RESOLUTION REMEMBERING GOLDEN “GULAB” SINGH | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION REMEMBERING GOLDEN “GULAB” SINGH
WHEREAS, Golden “Gulab” Singh was a legendary Indian veteran track and field athlete who achieved extraordinary success in international masters athletics after the age of 75, representing India with distinction and earning 41 gold, 6 silver, and 3 bronze medals; and
WHEREAS, born in 1905 in Sirsa, Haryana, India, Singh served in the military and retired as a Nayab Subedar from the Burma Army in 1946, later serving as a physical training instructor in Haryana schools from 1947 to 1960; and
WHEREAS, Singh entered international masters competition in 1981 at approximately 76 years of age and went on to establish four world records, competing internationally in the triple jump, long jump, high jump, sprints, discus, and other events; and
WHEREAS, at the 1987 World Masters Championships in Melbourne, Australia, Singh set an M80 triple jump world record of 8.29 meters, further establishing his remarkable place in masters athletics history; and
WHEREAS, his extraordinary life remains an enduring ex | | |
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26-2392
| 1 | | RESOLUTION HONORING THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HISPANIC NURSES ILLINOIS CHAPTER ON ITS 40TH ANNIVERSARY | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION HONORING THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HISPANIC NURSES ILLINOIS CHAPTER ON ITS 40TH ANNIVERSARY
WHEREAS, the National Association of Hispanic Nurses Illinois Chapter, NAHN Illinois, traces its origins to January 1986, when Jesusita Pedroza Sepulveda, RN, brought together a founding committee that recognized the health care needs of Hispanic communities and the impact that the underrepresentation of Hispanic nurses and other health professionals had on access to care; and
WHEREAS, NAHN Illinois is a professional, voluntary, and non-profit health care organization dedicated to enriching the lives of Hispanic nurses through academic attainment, mentorship, professional development, and efforts to improve access to care and reshape health care within Hispanic communities; and
WHEREAS, NAHN Illinois advances Hispanic nurses through education, leadership development, mentorship, professional development, community engagement, and opportunities that strengthen Hispanic representation within the nursing profession; and
WHEREAS, NAHN Illinois elevat | | |
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26-2446
| 1 | | Celebrating the tenure of state senator Laura Fine | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
CELEBRATING THE TENURE OF STATE SENATOR LAURA FINE
WHEREAS, State Senator Laura Fine is a lifelong Glenview resident and dedicated public servant; and
WHEREAS, Senator Fine’s story of civil service began when she obtained her B.A. in telecommunications from Indiana University, followed by an M.A. in political science from Northeastern Illinois University; and
WHEREAS, Senator Fine’s dedication to public service was evident from the beginning of her career, including her first work as a journalist in radio and television news for media outlets throughout the Midwest, as well as her service as a professor at Northeastern University, where she taught courses in the study of the Constitution and other areas of political science; and
WHEREAS, Senator Fine first held elected office in 2009 when she served as Northfield Township Clerk, a position she held through 2012; and
WHEREAS, following her tenure as Northfield Township Clerk, Senator Fine represented the 17th District of the Illinois House of Representatives beginning in 2013 to 2019, the | | |
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26-2447
| 1 | | Celebrating Michael Kreloff's 80th birthday | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
CELEBRATING MICHAEL KRELOFF’S 80TH BIRTHDAY
WHEREAS, lifelong Cook County resident, and 14th District denizen, Michael Kreloff is celebrating his 80th birthday; and
WHEREAS, Michael Kreloff was born on September 24, 1946, at Lincoln Park’s Grant Hospital, spending his formative years in Edgewater and Skokie; and
WHEREAS, Michael Kreloff has long been involved in the betterment of society, becoming involved in the 1960s peace movement during his college years; and
WHEREAS, Michael Kreloff obtained both his Bachelor of Science and Juris Doctor from the University of Illinois, specializing in the field of State and Local Government Election Law; and
WHEREAS, during his college tenure Micheal Kreloff worked on campaigns for Eugene McCarthy, Harold Washington, Paul Simon, and Barack Obama to name a few; and
WHEREAS, Michael Kreloff was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1971; and
WHEREAS, Michael Kreloff continued his adult years living across Cook County, including in Rogers Park, Northfield, and Northbrook; and
WHEREAS, Michael Krelof | | |
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26-2449
| 1 | | HONORING REVEREND DR. TRUNELL D. FELDER ON HIS 25TH PASTORAL ANNIVERSARY AND NEW FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH INTERNATIONAL ON THEIR 50TH ANNIVERSARY | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING REVEREND DR. TRUNELL D. FELDER ON HIS 25TH PASTORAL ANNIVERSARY AND NEW FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH INTERNATIONAL ON THEIR 50TH ANNIVERSARY
WHEREAS, on January 4, 1976, New Faith Baptist Church held its first worship service with 67 people at Blackhawk Elementary School in Park Forest. After studying the Park Forest area, the Reverend Junius Dudley found integrated churches, but he also recognized that they did not fully include the Black worship experience and lacked Black leadership. Concerned about the community, Reverend Dudley appealed to the Reverend Dale Cross of the Southern Baptist Convention for resources to establish a church. New Faith began as a Southern Baptist mission, with supplemental support for the pastor and access to the Convention's resources; and
WHEREAS, New Faith grew rapidly and reached approximately 150 members, and although Reverend Dudley resigned in December 1978, his obedience and founding vision created a legacy that would continue for generations; and
WHEREAS, on October 12, 1984, the church broke ground for a per | | |
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26-2451
| 1 | | RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF UNITED NATIONS WORLD CONFERENCE AGAINST RACISM IN DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF UNITED NATIONS WORLD CONFERENCE AGAINST RACISM IN DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA
WHEREAS, this year marks the 25th Anniversary of The United Nations held the World Conference Against Racism, Racial Discrimination, Xenophobia and Related Intolerance (WCAR) in Durban, South Africa, and
WHEREAS, over 16,000 people from across the globe attended the WCAR including 2,500 delegates from 170 countries, 4,000 civil society and non-governmental organization members, and 1,300 journalists and media staff; and
WHEREAS, one of the outcomes of the WCAR was The Durban Declaration and Programme of Action (DDPA) which established a landmark international consensus framework to combat racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia, and related intolerance; and
WHEREAS, the work from the WCAR continues to live in communities across Cook County including the first municipal reparations program in the country passed in Evanston, Illinois; and
WHEREAS, the 25th Anniversary of the WCAR serves as an international day of remembrance, | | |
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