Meeting date/time:
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12/12/2017
9:00 AM
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Minutes status:
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Final
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Meeting location:
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Cook County Building, Board Room, 118 North Clark Street, Chicago, Illinois Consent Calendar Meeting
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18-1015
| 1 | | HONORING THE COLUMBIAN CLUB OF CHICAGO’S CHARITABLE FOUNDATION ON THE OCCASION OF ITS 30TH ANNIVERSARY | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING THE COLUMBIAN CLUB OF CHICAGO’S CHARITABLE FOUNDATION ON THE OCCASION OF ITS 30TH ANNIVERSARY
WHEREAS, on January 13, 2018, the Columbian Club Charitable Foundation will be celebrating its 30th Anniversary at a dinner dance at Medinah Country Club; and
WHEREAS, on that evening the Columbian Club of Chicago will recognize those members who had the foresight to establish the Columbian Club Charitable Foundation as a fully tax-exempt, qualified charitable trust in 1988; and
WHEREAS, the Columbian Club of Chicago is an organization of Italian-American business and professional men and was conceived by Robert Tita (a U.S. postman) and Phillip C. Corrado (a CPA) in 1939; and
WHEREAS, to expand its charitable capacity and to extend the generosity of its members toward cultural grants and scholarships for deserving persons in the arts, professions, and other Chicago-area cultural disciplines, Columbian Club members Phillip C. Corrado, Jr. and Renato G. Turano formed the Charitable Foundation; and
WHEREAS, the incorporating trustees appointed as | approve | Pass |
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18-1071
| 1 | | RECOGNIZING THE WORK OF THE AIDS HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION AND IN CELEBRATION OF THEIR 30TH ANNIVERSARY | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECOGNIZING THE WORK OF THE AIDS HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION AND IN CELEBRATION OF THEIR 30TH ANNIVERSARY
WHEREAS, the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) is the largest global AIDS organization-which now provides cutting edge medical HIV/AIDS care and advocacy services, including antiretroviral treatment, to more than 838,000 people in 39 countries, regardless of their ability to pay; and
WHEREAS, AHF will mark its anniversary throughout the end of 2017 with global events, including screenings of the film, ‘Keeping the Promise-AHF 30 Years.’; and
WHEREAS, AHF has made a commitment to bring new and needed resources to the Chicago Metropolitan area to fight the HIV/AIDS epidemic; and
WHEREAS, AHF has established a presence in the African American community through its affiliation with the South Side Help Center; and
WHEREAS, AHF has established a presence in the Latino community through its affiliation with CALOR, Comprensión y Apoyo a Latinos en Oposición al Retrovirus; and
WHEREAS, AHF in Chicago will hold a community reception on Thursday Novembe | approve | Pass |
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18-1072
| 1 | | HONORING AL RABY HIGH SCHOOL’S VARSITY FOOTBALL TEAM FOR ADVANCING TO THE STATE SEMIFINALS | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING AL RABY HIGH SCHOOL’S VARSITY FOOTBALL TEAM FOR ADVANCING TO THE STATE SEMIFINALS
WHEREAS, Al Raby High School is a school known for community and environment is located on the West Side of Chicago, IL; and
WHEREAS, Al Raby High School has been educating Chicago students for 13 years, being founded in 2004 after Albert Raby who was a teacher at Chicago’s Hess Upper Grade Center; and,
WHEREAS, Al Raby High School Varsity football team were pursuing to make it to their first championship game in Al Raby High School history; and
WHEREAS, Despite the loss Al Raby High School Varsity football team became the first West Side team to advance to the state semifinals; and
WHEREAS, Al Raby High School’s Varsity football team ended the overall season with 12-2, conference 4-1 and state ranking as 69; and
WHEREAS, Coach D’angelo Dereef believes his program is headed in the right direction, and the team has brought positivie coverage to the school and neighborhood.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the President and Cook County Board of Com | approve | Pass |
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18-1073
| 1 | | HONORING THE CHICAGOLAND TOY DRIVE | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING THE CHICAGOLAND TOY DRIVE
WHEREAS, the Chicagoland Toy Drive begins the important task of assisting Santa by filling his bag with over 500 gifts for homeless youth, and;
WHEREAS, according to the Chicago Coalition for the Homeless there are over 82,212 homeless individuals in Cook County which includes over 18,117 homeless students, and;
WHEREAS, the Chicagoland Toy Drive was founded to fill in a gap for families who face financial hardship, which can make celebrating difficult during the holiday season, and;
WHEREAS, the toys collected by the Chicagoland Toy Drive will benefit homeless and low income families in the Chicago area and will be donated to A Safe Haven Foundation for Women & Children and to the Primo Homeless Center for Women and Children Shelter, and;
WHEREAS, the Chicagoland Toy Drive was founded by Kouri Marshall, who serves as the Chief of Staff to Cook County Commissioner Richard R. Boykin of the 1st District, and;
WHEREAS, the 2017 Chicagoland Toy Drive Host Committee is comprised of John Boddie, Sandi Robin | approve | Pass |
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18-1076
| 1 | | HONORING MARK SUPPELSA ON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT FROM BROADCAST JOURNALISM | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING MARK SUPPELSA ON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT FROM BROADCAST JOURNALISM
WHEREAS, Mark Suppelsa was born in Milwaukee, WI, grew up in Chicago, graduated from Marquette University in Milwaukee and has worked as a broadcast journalist for over 33 years, and;
WHEREAS, Mark has served on the reporting team at WGN-TV since July 2008 and is the co-anchor of the WGN Evening News at Five and Six and WGN News at Nine and Ten, and;
WHEREAS, Mark previously served as a co-anchor at Fox News at Nine and more than 10 years as the primary anchor and reporter for WMAQ-TV, and;
WHEREAS, Mark is a 9-time Regional Emmy winner and has been awarded the Edward R. Murrow award for reporting along with numerous Illinois Associated Press awards for reporting and anchoring, and;
WHEREAS, Mark’s journalistic footprint was planted on the global stage when he reported from Poland in 1989, just prior to the fall of the Berlin Wall and when he covered Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev's first visit to the United States and subsequently his interview with Gorba | approve | Pass |
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18-1082
| 1 | | HONORING SOUTH SUBURBAN DEFENDERS INC. | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING SOUTH SUBURBAN DEFENDERS INC.
WHEREAS South Suburban Defenders Inc. attempts to moderate the negative impacts of apathy and the lack of available community-based programming in the underserved communities of Cook County;
WHEREAS South Suburban Defenders supports the development of mind, body, and soul, and provides young people with a thorough foundation for future success;
WHEREAS the organization provides children with the opportunity to learn the game of baseball, while providing service within the community through charity and volunteer work;
WHEREAS South Suburban Defenders is an organization comprised of Active Law Enforcement members and community residents working together to provide baseball instruction and mentoring opportunities to the youth in the violence-ridden neighborhoods of Chicago and its suburbs for no fees; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and the Cook County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the residents of Cook County, recognize South Suburban Defenders for its essential contribution to the health and | approve | Pass |
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18-1083
| 1 | | HONORING ENGLEWOOD RISING | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING ENGLEWOOD RISING
WHEREAS, Englewood Rising has made significant contributions to the African-American community and to the residents of Cook County; and
WHEREAS, Englewood Rising is a community-led rebranding campaign that aims to change Greater Englewood’s public perception by sharing positive stories of its residents and its rich history and culture; and
WHEREAS, Englewood 2016 Quality-of-Life Plan honors the late Michael Paul Anderson, a popular local artist and anti-violence advocate, who first created the community’s “Englewood Rising” t-shirts; and
WHEREAS, Englewood Rising focuses on the community’s greatest assets, its own people, and showcases their resilience, commitment to local development, and dedication to meaningful initiatives impacting the neighborhood in which they live, play and work in; and
WHEREAS, Englewood Rising creates a strong community through its member organizations by working with neighbors, local businesses and government officials to find real solutions and drive change; and
WHEREAS, its member orga | approve | Pass |
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18-1084
| 1 | | HONORING SAMUEL LOVE | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING SAMUEL LOVE
WHEREAS, at the age of nine, Samuel Love started a toy drive for kids who were affected by natural disasters, poverty and sickness; and
WHEREAS, Samuel Love, also known as Santa Claus, delivered more than 7,300 toys last year, bringing joy to children during tough times; and
WHEREAS, Samuel Love provided toys to kids in Robbins, Illinois, Advocate Hope Children’s Hospital and other community service centers from Englewood to South Carolina; and
WHEREAS, through the Breaking Bread program, Samuel Love and his family, parents and concerned citizens in their communities, are addressing the issues of food, shelter and clothing for foster kids who are under the care of the Illinois Department of Family Services; and
WHEREAS, Samuel Love continues to learn from the children he has helped and remains a positive force for his community; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and the Cook County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the residents of Cook County, recognize Samuel Love for his essential contribution | approve | Pass |
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18-0013
| 1 | | HONORING PAMELA SMITH | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING PAMELA SMITH
WHEREAS, Pam, as she prefers to be called, is committed to issues that impact her family and community and has demonstrated this commitment by volunteering with the Bleeding Disorders Alliance of Illinois (BDAI) for the past 24 years and by serving on the BDAI Board of Directors for two terms, BDAI supports families affected by inherited bleeding disorders such as Hemophilia and von Willebrand disease by providing its members with the unbiased medical information and resources that allow them to live a healthy and active lifestyleand; and
WHEREAS, Pam, is most proud of being the mother of her 29 year old son Brandon Downey who lives and is studying in California; and
WHEREAS, Pam has spent thirty three years working in Cook County Government, with all of these years spent at the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office under five separate Chief Medical Examiner’s including Dr. Robert J. Stein, Dr. Edmund R. Donoghue, Dr. Nancy L. Jones, Dr. Stephen J. Cina and now with Dr. Ponni Arunkumar; and
WHEREAS, after 33 years of employm | approve | Pass |
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18-1085
| 1 | | HONORING MOTHERS/MEN AGAINST SENSELESS KILLINGS | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
Honoring Mothers/Men Against Senseless KillingS
WHEREAS, Mothers/Men Against Senseless Killings (MASK) puts eyes on the streets, interrupts violence and teaches children to grow up as friends rather than enemies; and
WHEREAS, MASK began as a group of caring individuals in the community spending time together on the block, cooking food, and promoting positive relationships in the community; and
WHEREAS, through MASK’s good work, community residents began to notice neighbors were watching out for each other and now this contagious positive attitude is spreading through more communities across the city; and
WHEREAS, MASK’s mission is to build stronger communities through a focus on violence prevention, food insecurity and housing; and
WHEREAS, MASK’s partners ensure community members have access to necessary city services, educational opportunities, professional skills and economic development; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and the Cook County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the residents of Cook County, recognize Mo | approve | Pass |
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18-1086
| 1 | | HONORING MAYOR EMERITUS OF EVANSTON ELIZABETH TISDAHL | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING MAYOR EMERITUS OF EVANSTON ELIZABETH TISDAHL
WHEREAS, Mayor (Emeritus) Elizabeth Tisdahl of Evanston has lived in Evanston and served the community for almost four decades; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Tisdahl helped found Mothers Against Gangs and served on the Evanston Community Foundation Advisory Committee from 1987 to 1995; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Tisdahl spent twelve years on the Evanston Township High School Board of Education, serving two of those years as the president of that organization and became the alderman of Evanston's 7th Ward from 2003 until her election as mayor in 2009; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Tisdahl has also initiated a series of anti-crime (specifically anti-gang) programs, including a gun buyback initiative, in an attempt to curb rising rates of violent crime; and
WHEREAS, she forged a relationship with Northwestern University to address serious issues of student conduct and its impact on the Evanston community; and
WHEREAS, she pushed to create more city jobs for teens and young adults as key to many of the successes she had dur | approve | Pass |
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18-1091
| 1 | | Marist Volleyball 2017 | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING THE MARIST RED HAWKS ON THEIR HISTORIC 2017 VOLLEYBALL SEASON
WHEREAS on November 11, 2017, the Marist women’s volleyball team known as the “Red Hawks” defeated the Minooka volleyball team in the Class 4A final in Redbird Arena to win the program’s first Illinois state championship; and
WHEREAS the “Red Hawks” played a challenging schedule during the 2017 season that included winning the Wheaton Classic, the Asics Challenge, the Michelle Smith Catholic Classic Tournament and its first East Suburban Catholic Conference title since 2013; and
WHEREAS the “Red Hawks” finished the season with 41 victories including a final three set victory over Minooka that gave the school its first women’s volleyball state championship; and
WHEREAS the “Red Hawks” ended the season as the second ranked squad in the nation in the rankings provided by MaxPreps Xcellent 25 National Volleyball Rankings; and
WHEREAS the Marist volleyball program has, most importantly, helped the players learn the value of teamwork and self-discipline, and develop the leadersh | approve | Pass |
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18-1093
| 1 | | Korean War Veteran Resolution | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION ENCOURAGING CONGRESS TO AUTHORIZE THE PRESIDENT TO PRESENT GOLD MEDALS TO KOREAN WAR VETERANS IN RECOGNITION OF THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS WHILE SERVING UNDER THE UNITED NATIONS
WHEREAS, the purpose of the medals are to express recognition of the exemplary contributions to honor all Korean War veterans, both US and Allied Forces of their respective countries, who demonstrated selfless acts during the battles of the Korea conflict; and
WHEREAS, Imperial Japan occupied the entire country of Korea from 1910 until the end of WWII; and
WHEREAS, in August 1945, prior to the official Japanese surrender on August 15, 1945, the US and Allies prepared an arrangement to divide Korea horizontal into two regions North and South; and
WHEREAS, on June 25, 1950, the North Korea Peoples’ Army and their allies invaded South Korea. The U.N. Security Council adopted a Resolution to send U.N. Forces into Korea; and
WHEREAS, on June 27, 1950, President Truman sent US troops under the aegis of the United Nations to aid; and
WHEREAS, in October 1950, China’s People | approve | Pass |
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18-1094
| 1 | | A RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING WORLD AIDS DAY | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING WORLD AIDS DAY
WHEREAS, On World AIDS Day, people across the globe unite to raise awareness about HIV/AIDs, support those living with HIV and remember those who have passed away; and,
WHEREAS, Thirty-six years ago the first documented cases of AIDS brought about an era of uncertainty, fear, and discrimination; and,
WHEREAS, In Illinois, an estimated 45,000 people live with HIV or AIDS, and in Chicago, approximately 28,000 people live with the disease; and,
WHEREAS, The Cook County Health and Hospitals System is one of the largest providers of HIV/AIDS care in the Midwest. CCHHS’ Ruth M. Rothstein CORE Center cares for individuals with HIV/AIDS and other infectious diseases, offering a wide array of primary and specialty care, education and social support services; and,
WHEREAS, Over the last year, The CORE Center cared for more than 5,200 unique patients living with HIV/AIDS. In April 2015, CCHHS opened a new clinic at The CORE Center to provide HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis, or PrEP, to prevent HIV infection in persons | approve | Pass |
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18-1095
| 1 | | HONORING THE 40th ANNIVERSARY OF “THE SOUNDS” | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION HONORING THE 40th ANNIVERSARY OF “THE SOUNDS”
WHEREAS, The Sounds is a free community newspaper for and about the residents of nine Chicago neighborhoods, including Sauganash, Sauganash Park, Sauganash Village, Sauganash Woods, Brynford Park, Edgebrook, Wildwood, Lincolnwood Towers and Indian Woods; and,
WHEREAS, The Sounds was launched in 1977 as a not-for-profit corporation by ten families in the neighborhood as a successor to the Sauganash Echoes established in 1967; and,
WHEREAS, The mission of the Sounds is to be of service to the general area, its people and organizations; to help maintain and further a spirit of community pride and neighborhood friendship and stability; to introduce newcomers and develop better relations between neighbors, old and new; and,
WHEREAS, The Sounds is published 20 times a year, September through June, with a circulation of 7,200. Papers are delivered to households every other Saturday; and,
WHEREAS, The paper focuses on news, information and events happening in the area. Articles and photos are sub | approve | Pass |
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18-1099
| 1 | | HONORING CHICAGO’S COOL CLASSICS! AT HORACE GREELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING CHICAGO’S COOL CLASSICS! AT HORACE GREELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR RECEIVING THE 2017 NATIONAL ARTS AND HUMANITIES YOUTH PROGRAM AWARD
WHEREAS, On November 9, 2017, Cool Classics! which has been at Horace Greeley Elementary School since 2008, received the 2017 National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) and the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), in cooperation with the National Assembly of State Arts Agencies (NASAA); and,
WHEREAS, Cool Classics! is a book-based after-school program that uses arts-integrated curricula to improve literacy and reading comprehension while developing critical thinking skills and introducing its students to a wide range of arts, humanities and cultures; and,
WHEREAS, By focusing on close reading, rigorous discussion and deep analysis, Cool Classics! creates a rich learning experience for children that develops core competencies and enriches their understanding of literature, humanities, arts and culture | approve | Pass |
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18-1104
| 1 | | HONORING CHICAGO MAGAZINE’S 2017 CHICAGOANS OF THE YEAR: ATTORNEYS | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION HONORING CHICAGO MAGAZINE’S 2017 CHICAGOANS OF THE YEAR: ATTORNEYS WHO VOLUNTEERED AT O’HARE AIRPORT TO ASSIST TRAVELERS DURING THE FEDERAL TRAVEL BAN
WHEREAS, On Monday, December 4, 2017, the United States Supreme Court fully reinstated the third version of the federal travel ban; and,
WHEREAS, This travel ban goes against Cook County’s values as a Sanctuary County and the City of Chicago’s values as a Sanctuary City; and,
WHEREAS, When news first broke in January 2017 that travelers from seven majority-Muslim countries were banned from entering the United States, Chicago’s legal community immediately took action; and,
WHEREAS, Over 300 local attorneys volunteered their expertise to help affected passengers coming into O’Hare, and Chicago Magazine recently named them as 2017 Chicagoans of the Year; and,
WHEREAS, four Chicago attorneys were recognized for helping lead organizing efforts during the first travel ban, ensuring that a handful of attorneys, out of a pool of more than 300 active volunteers, would be on hand around the cloc | approve | Pass |
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18-1110
| 1 | | HONORING MISERICORDIA AND THE HEARTZINGERS | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING MISERICORDIA AND THE HEARTZINGERS
WHEREAS, Misericordia is a center and home for over 600 residents with disabilities located in Rogers Park; and
WHEREAS, the Heartzingers are a choral ensemble of residents of Misericordia; and
WHEREAS, with the help of volunteers Bob and Madge Erlenbaugh, who began their work in 2006, Heartzingers is composed of almost fifty singers and signers; and
WHEREAS, the Heartzingers have been serving at countless Chicago and Cook County functions and at Misericordia’s campus; and
WHEREAS, the Heartzingers have sung the National Anthem for the Cubs and White Sox, and performed with James Taylor, Paul Simon and most recently with Miguel Cervantes from the production of Hamilton; and
WHEREAS, most recently, this highly talented singing group performed holiday caroling for the Cook County Tree Lighting Ceremony with President Preckwinkle; and
WHEREAS, the Heartzingers believe in the motto: Everything the choir sings or signs must be true, kind and necessary; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the P | approve | Pass |
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18-1111
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HONORING JACQUETTA ELLINGER ON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT FROM THE ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTHCARE AND FAMILY SERVICES
WHEREAS, Jacquetta graduated Magna Cum Laude from Edinboro State College (now Edinboro University) in Edinboro, Pennsylvania in 1972, and, after graduating in 1973, became a caseworker for four years at the Indiana County Child Welfare Services in Indiana, Pennsylvania; and
WHEREAS, Jacquetta Ellinger moved to Chicago to attend The University of Chicago, where she earned her Master’s Degree at the School of Social Service Administration; and
WHEREAS, after graduating in 1979, Jacquetta Ellinger began a career in Illinois Government as an analyst, working in the Bureau of the Budget and eventually becoming the department head at the Division of Health and Social Services; and
WHEREAS, in 1985, Jacquetta Ellinger began her service in the Illinois Department of Public Health as Special Assistant to the Director and then Associate Director for the Office of Health Policy and Planning. In 1991, she moved to the Illinois Departmen | approve | Pass |
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18-1112
| 1 | | HONORING CHRISTMAS IN THE WARDS | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING CHRISTMAS IN THE WARDS
WHEREAS, since 1996, Christmas in the Wards has served low-income communities in the South and West Sides of the City of Chicago; and
WHEREAS, Christmas in the Wards brings smiles, joy, and the true spirit of the holidays to thousands of deserving families by personally shopping for each family; and
WHEREAS, under the leadership of Larry Huggins, CEO and owner of Riteway-Huggins Construction and Everett Rand, President and CEO of Midway Wholesale Beverage, Inc., Christmas in the Wards has raised almost two million dollars through sponsorships, donations and in-kind contributions; and
WHEREAS, this year, Christmas in the Wards began a “Laptops for Students Campaign” with support levels so all members of the community, from individuals to businesses, can participate; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and the Cook County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the residents of Cook County, recognize Christmas in the Wards for its essential contribution to the health and viability of Cook County; and
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18-1113
| 1 | | HONORING THE WESTSIDE JUSTICE CENTER | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING THE WESTSIDE JUSTICE CENTER
WHEREAS, the Westside Justice Center (WSJC) is a community-based organization that provides pro-bono legal services to the communities of Cook County; and
WHEREAS, these services have been provided to more than 1,000 people over the last two years; and
WHEREAS, the Westside Justice Center conducts know-your-rights seminars on numerous topics pertaining to the legal needs of community residents and does policy advocacy around criminal justice issues; and
WHEREAS, the Westside Justice Center is part of a larger community of nonprofits and law firms that provide holistic legal services as a means to reduce recidivism and violence; and
WHEREAS, the Westside Justice Center operates the Movement and Justice Gallery which houses historical exhibits of Chicagoans struggling for justice; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and the Cook County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the residents of Cook County, recognize the Westside Justice Center for its essential contribution to the health and v | approve | Pass |
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18-1114
| 1 | | HONORING THE NORTHWEST CHICAGO HISTORICAL SOCIETY | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING THE NORTHWEST CHICAGO HISTORICAL SOCIETY
WHEREAS, The Northwest Chicago Historical Society, which started out as the Jefferson Park Historical Society in 2001, documents and saves the local history of Northwest Side neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, the organization provides awareness and creates appreciation for the Northwest Side’s place in Chicago’s and Illinois’ history; and
WHEREAS, a key activity of The Northwest Chicago Historical Society is to correct some misleading historical assumptions; and
WHEREAS, one misleading historic assumption is Abraham Lincoln slept at the Dickenson Inn on Milwaukee Avenue, rather is was Steven A. Douglas who slept there one night; and
WHEREAS, the organization produces a semiannual 28-page newsletter to people interested in local history and presents free historical talks throughout the year; and
WHEREAS, on January 18, 2018, The Northwest Chicago Historical Society will hold an event entitled Chicago Flashback: The People and Events That Shaped a City's History at the Edgebrook Library; and
NOW, TH | approve | Pass |
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18-1115
| 1 | | CONGRATULATING WENDELL PHILLIPS ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL ON WINNING THE IHSA CLASS 5A CHAMPIONSHIP | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
CONGRATULATING WENDELL PHILLIPS ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL ON WINNING THE IHSA CLASS 5A CHAMPIONSHIP
WHEREAS, Wendell Phillips Academy High School has a long history of service to the Bronzeville community; and
WHEREAS, in 2015, Wendell Phillips Academy’s football team, the Wildcats, became the first Chicago Public School high school to win a State championship in football; and
WHEREAS, on November 25, 2017, Wendell Phillips Academy High School football team won the IHSA Class 5A championship with a perfect season (14-0); and
WHEREAS, under Coach Troy McAllister, the team continues the time-honored tradition of sportsmanship and integrity; and
WHEREAS, the Wildcats are role models for fellow students and the community; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and the Cook County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the residents of Cook County, congratulate Wendell Phillips Academy High School football team on their championship; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Bo | approve | Pass |
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18-1116
| 1 | | HONORING NEW FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH INTERNATIONAL AND CHI LAMBDA LAMBDA CHAPTER OF THE OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY FOR THE ANGEL TREE PROGRAM | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING NEW FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH INTERNATIONAL AND CHI LAMBDA LAMBDA CHAPTER OF THE OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY FOR THE ANGEL TREE PROGRAM
WHEREAS, founded in 1992, the Angel Tree program connects parents in prison with their children through the delivery of Christmas gifts; and
WHEREAS, New Faith Baptist Church of Matteson, Illinois has been a part of Angel Tree since 1998; and
WHEREAS, under the leadership of Rev. Dr. Trunell D. Felder, Senior Pastor, New Faith Baptist Church has given more than 57,000 gifts to Angel Tree; and
WHEREAS, the Chi Lambda Lambda Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. has partnered with New Faith Baptist Church and the Angel Tree program for almost ten years; and
WHEREAS, Chapter members deliver gifts throughout Chicago and Cook County to the children of persons currently incarcerated; and
WHEREAS, this year, New Faith Baptist Church International and Chi Lambda Lambda Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, look forward to delivering gifts to more than 400 families this Christmas season; and
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