Meeting Name: Board of Commissioners Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 5/9/2017 9:00 AM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Cook County Building, Board Room, 118 North Clark Street, Chicago, Illinois
Special Consent Calendar Meeting
Published agenda: Agenda Agenda Published minutes: Minutes Minutes  
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Attachments: Letter requesting special board meeting on 05.09.2017, 050917 Clerk's Special Meeting Notice, 05.9.2017 Consent Calendar Agenda - Second Set.pdf, 05.9.2017 Consent Calendar Agenda Special Meeting - Third Set.pdf
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17-2626 1 MEMORIAL DAY RESOLUTIONConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION MEMORIAL DAY RESOLUTION WHEREAS, Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is the last Monday of May, and is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service; and WHEREAS, Memorial Day is a time for the Nation to appropriately remember and honor our American heroes; and WHEREAS, our service men and women answered the call of duty and made the ultimate sacrifice to maintain the security of our country and the liberties we hold so dear; and WHEREAS, our nation is honor bound to remember those who died on distant shores defending our Nation and our way of life; and WHEREAS, citizens across Cook County, the State of Illinois and the entire United States will pause to remember the sacrifices of men and women who died in service to our nation; and WHEREAS, on this Memorial Day, as throughout the year, we pray for the families of the fallen and show our respect for the contributions these service members made to the continuation of American freedom; and WHEREAS, our grateful Nation honors their selfless service, and we rapprovePass Action details Video Video
17-2760 1 HONORING CANADA AS IT CELEBRATES ITS SESQUICENTENNIALConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING CANADA AS IT CELEBRATES ITS SESQUICENTENNIAL WHEREAS, in 1867, the British North America Act united Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia into the Dominion of Canada; and WHEREAS, Canada continued its growth, adding five provinces to the confederation: Manitoba (1870), British Columbia (1871), Prince Edward Island (1873), and Alberta and Saskatchewan (1905); and WHEREAS, Canada fought on the side of the Allies with the outbreak of World War I in 1914; and WHEREAS, the National Hockey League was founded in Montreal in 1917; and WHEREAS, from 1916-1919, Canadian women won the right to vote in federal elections; and WHEREAS, in 1923, Frederick Banting and J.J.R. Macleod (born in Scotland) became the first Canadians to win a Nobel Prize for their work that led to the discovery of insulin; and WHEREAS, in 1931, the Statute of Westminster granted British dominions complete autonomy; and WHEREAS, Canada and the United States agreed to develop the St. Lawrence River into a seaway capable of taking ships into the Great Lakes approvePass Action details Not available
17-3001 1 Honoring Fr. George H. Clements 60th Anniversary in the PriesthoodConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING FR. GEORGE H. CLEMENTS 60TH ANNIVERSARY IN THE PRIESTHOOD WHEREAS, it has come to the attention of the Cook County Board of Commissioners that Fr. George H. Clements is celebrating 60 years of service as a priest in the Roman Catholic Church; and WHEREAS, Fr. George H. Clements was born in Chicago, Illinois on January 26, 1932; and WHEREAS, Fr. George H. Clements attended Corpus Christi Elementary School in Chicago and became the first African American graduate from Chicago’s Quigley Academy Seminary in 1945; and WHEREAS, Fr. George H. Clements earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sacred Theology and a Master of Arts degree in Philosophy from St. Mary of the Lake Seminary; and WHEREAS, Fr. George H. Clements was ordained a priest of the Archdiocese of Chicago on May 3, 1957 by Cardinal Samuel Stritch; and WHEREAS, Fr. George H. Clements became pastor of Holy Angels Church in Chicago in 1969; and WHEREAS, Fr. George H. Clements has been an active advocate for social justice issues and marched with the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr in Selma, Alabama; deferPass Action details Not available
17-3094 1 HONORING THE ATHLETIC OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA ON THE OCCASION OF ITS 100TH ANNIVERSARYConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING THE ATHLETIC OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA ON THE OCCASION OF ITS 100TH ANNIVERSARY WHEREAS, the Athletic Officials Association (AOA), the oldest referee training organization in Illinois, celebrates its 100-year anniversary in 2017; and WHEREAS, in 1917, the AOA was established as a not-for-profit member association with the Illinois High School Association and became the first officials association in the United States; and WHEREAS, the AOA now serves more than 400 officials from all over northeastern Illinois with divisions in football, basketball, baseball, and softball; and WHEREAS, these divisions and the executive board are governed by an all-volunteer staff made up of IHSA officials and umpires trying to further the profession of officiating in the sports they love and serve; and WHEREAS the AOA helps advance the careers of the officials by providing a wealth of professional training and by promoting sportsmanship between officials, players, coaches, and fans; and WHEREAS, the AOA recognizes individuals for their contriapprovePass Action details Not available
17-3147 1 RECOGNIZING COMCAST CARES DAYConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING COMCAST CARES DAY WHEREAS, Comcast is an active, committed and engaged neighbor in Cook County as demonstrated by 16 years of Comcast Cares service in Cook County communities and well over 75,000 total number of volunteer hours; and, WHEREAS, Comcast supports the core American value of volunteerism through partnerships, grants and volunteer activities that empower individuals and organized communities; and WHEREAS, Comcast Cares Day is a celebration of service and commitment to year-round volunteerism, and has become one of the nation’s largest single-day corporate volunteer efforts that brings employees, families, friends, and community partners together for a common purpose and mission; and, WHEREAS, Comcast celebrated its 16th Comcast Cares Day on April 22, 2017, and has reached important milestones nationally, including nearly 5 million volunteer hours at 7,700 projects since Comcast Cares Day started in 2001; and, WHEREAS, Comcast Cares Day promotes a spirit of corporate responsibility thanks to the hard work, dedication and serapprovePass Action details Not available
17-3153 1 HONORING THE TOWN OF MOŃKI, POLANDConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING THE TOWN OF MONKI, POLAND - STREET RENAMING WHEREAS, Immigration is something that has accompanied the Polish nation for centuries. You may say that Polish immigrants are citizens of the world, present among different types of countries and cultures, with one of the largest Polish populations right here in Chicago of Cook County; and WHEREAS, for decades, residents of Monki, Poland migrated to the United States. American Polonia continue to forge their paths in various professions and trades while holding fast to their origins but have become an integral part in American society in seeking to demonstrate their patriotism, cultivate their traditions and raise their family pursuing the American Dream; and WHEREAS, the city of Monki maintains a close relationship with the City of Chicago and Cook County. In 2005, with mutual support and commitment from fellow Poles, a 17-foot bronze statue of St. John Paul II, the first Polish Pope, was installed at St. Hyacinth Basilica in the Logan Square-Avondale Neighborhood as a testament to the thriving approvePass Action details Not available
17-3154 1 CELEBRATING THE 80TH BIRTHDAY OF ELIZABETH “BETTY” O’CONNELLConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION CELEBRATING THE 80TH BIRTHDAY OF ELIZABETH “BETTY” O’CONNELL WHEREAS, it has come to the attention of the Cook County Board of Commissioners that Elizabeth “Betty” O’Connell is celebrating her 80th Birthday on March 16, 2017; and WHEREAS, Elizabeth “Betty” O’Connell was born in Chicago on May 16, 1937 as the oldest of 5 children; and WHEREAS, Elizabeth “Betty” O’Connell was the loving wife to the late Thomas P. O’Connell, Captain in the Chicago Fire Department; and WHEREAS, Elizabeth “Betty” O’Connell is the cherished mother of Thomas, James, William, Daniel, John, Mary Beth, Martin and Matthew; and WHEREAS Elizabeth “Betty” O’Connell is the proud grandmother of 13 grandchildren; and WHEREAS Elizabeth “Betty” O’Connell is the loving great grandmother of 2 great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS Elizabeth “Betty” O’Connell was a dedicated employee of the Chicago Public School System for over 20 years; and WHEREAS Elizabeth “Betty” O’Connell is an active member of St. Bernadette’s Catholic Church in Evergreen Park; and WHEREAS Elizabeth O’CapprovePass Action details Not available
17-3163 1 COMMEMORATING THE EXTRAORDINARY LIFE OF ELLEN BROWNEConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING THE EXTRAORDINARY LIFE OF ELLEN BROWNE WHEREAS, Ellen Browne represented some of the best qualities of citizenship and humanity through her work in healthcare advocating for issues concerning older adults and aging and as a volunteer in the community. When she died on April 22, 2017 she left behind family, countless friends and a community enriched for having known her; WHEREAS, Ellen Browne was a tireless member, supporter and leader of the League of Women Voters of Evanston; she served as a board member for most of the past decade. She twice served as chair or co-chair of the Education Fund Dinner and was active in putting together the League’s publication The Intercom as well as serving on the Nominating Committee; and WHEREAS in her professional life, Ellen was a leader and pathfinder in designing and delivering health care and related services for older adults. She served for fifteen years as Vice President of Aging for the Lutheran General Health System. Post-retirement, Ellen took on a host of community volunteer and leadershiapprovePass Action details Not available
17-3229 1 HONORING THE LIFE AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF T.L. ARENDSConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING THE LIFE AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF T.L. ARENDS WHEREAS, Almighty God in his infinite wisdom has called T.L. Arends from our midst; and WHEREAS, T.L. Arends, fond sister of Carole (Gilbert) Baumann, Jan (Harold) Sanderson, the late Stuart S. (Shelley) Stone, the late Rocky (Linda) Stone, and the late Kay Haas, dear grandmother of Lucinda Katherine, Ellen Virginia, Graham Hubert, Grace Stone, and Lucas Liam, loving mother of Scott (Kirsten) Sumner, and Kristina (Bill) Gabrenya, Beloved Wife of Thomas, was a career banker and was also very active in her community; and WHEREAS, T.L. was a long-time resident, dedicated public official, and beloved civic leader who was always an unwavering community champion, and the Village of Bartlett would be hard pressed to find someone who could match the love and devotion she always had for Bartlett; and WHEREAS, T.L. served on numerous boards and commissions in Bartlett including; WHEREAS, T.L. was Bartlett Park District Commissioner from 1979-1991; and WHEREAS, she was Chairman of the Bartlett Unit SaapprovePass Action details Not available
17-3230 1 CONGRATULATING ORR ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL MEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM ON BEING THE 2017 CLASS 2A STATE CHAMPIONSConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING ORR ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL MEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM ON BEING THE 2017 CLASS 2A STATE CHAMPIONS WHEREAS, Orr Academy High School is located on the West Side of Chicago; and WHEREAS, Orr Academy has 376 students enrolled; and WHEREAS, on March 11, 2017, the Orr men’s basketball team defeated Mount Carmel 59 to 39 and became the 2017 Class 2A state champions; and WHEREAS, this is the first championship in Orr’s 99-year history; and WHEREAS, under the leadership of Coach Louis Adams, the team won 23 games in the 2017 season before bringing the championship trophy to the West Side of Chicago; and WHEREAS, the Orr Spartans have traveled to Peoria two other times, winning third place in 2013 and third place in 2014; and WHEREAS, this championship was the result of countless hours of practice and discipline on top of classes for each member of the team; and WHEREAS, the success of this team is particularly notable given Orr’s location in the 11th Chicago Police district, which is one of the most violent districts in the city; and WHEREAS, the families, approvePass Action details Not available
17-3236 1 HONORING THE MARSHALL HIGH SCHOOL LADY COMMANDOS BASKETBALL TEAMConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING THE MARSHALL HIGH SCHOOL LADY COMMANDOS BASKETBALL TEAM FOR WINNING THE CITY CHAMPIONSHIP WHEREAS, the John Marshall Metro High School is located on the West Side of Chicago; and WHEREAS, nearly 700 students attend Marshall High School; and WHEREAS, the Marshall Lady Commandos had a fantastic 2017 season that culminated in winning the Chicago Public Schools Girls Basketball Championship; and WHEREAS, the Lady Commandos went to the championship undefeated; and WHEREAS, the team continued on to win super sectionals without suffering a single loss; and WHEREAS, Head Coach Dorothy Gaters continued her legacy of victories and is the winningest coach in Illinois basketball history; and WHEREAS, the championship was the 1,049th career win and 24th city championship for Coach Gaters; and WHEREAS, this successful season was the result of countless hours of practice and discipline in addition to the full course load each member of the team carried; and WHEREAS, the families, coaches, teachers, and friends of the players made this championship possible wiapprovePass Action details Not available
17-3237 1 HONORING THE LIFE OF MARK Q. SAWYER, Ph.D.Consent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING THE LIFE OF MARK Q. SAWYER, Ph.D. WHEREAS, Almighty God saw fit to call Mark Quentin Sawyer to his side on March 26, 2017; and WHEREAS, Mark Sawyer was born to the union of Ernest and Theresa Sawyer on January 10, 1972; and WHEREAS, Mark Sawyer graduated from St. Ignatius College Prep in 1990. While attending St. Ignatius he helped established the Black Organization of Students (BOS); and WHEREAS Mark Sawyer graduated from the University of Illinois with a B.A. in Political Science in 1994; and WHEREAS, Mark Sawyer graduated from the University of Chicago with a Ph.D. in Political Science in 1999; and WHEREAS, Mark Sawyer began teaching at UCLA in 1999 where he co-founded the Race, Ethnicity and Politics program in the UCLA Department of Political Science; and WHEREAS, Mark Sawyer, in addition to serving in several leadership positions at UCLA, drafted and shepherded the application the ultimately resulted in departmentalization of the UCLA Department of African American Studies; and WHEREAS, Mark Sawyer was a published authoapprovePass Action details Not available
17-3248 1 CELEBRATING LOGANSQUARIST’S SIXTH ANNIVERSARYConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION CELEBRATING LOGANSQUARIST’S SIXTH ANNIVERSARY WHEREAS, in 2011, Chicago-based digital strategist and journalist, Kate Hamilton wished to connect with her Logan Square neighborhood. Armed with this goal, Kate created LoganSquarist, all with just a Twitter account; and WHEREAS, all content produced by LoganSquarist staff is written by a team of neighborhood philanthropic writers and photographers who have migrated from Ohio, Michigan, North/South Carolina, Texas and many other states, who now love and live in Logan Square. LoganSquarist also engages the community by accepting submissions from members of the community; and WHEREAS, since its creation, LoganSquarist has grown into a community across multiple web and social sites supported by an extremely talented and dedicated staff of volunteers. In July 2013, LoganSquarist was incorporated as a Limited Liability Company; and WHEREAS, LoganSquarist is now a very popular website that covers neighborhood news, food, drink, business, arts, entertainment, politics, crime, living & lifestyle topics, family,approvePass Action details Not available
17-3259 1 HONORING THOMAS J. MAHONEY ON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT FROM COOK COUNTYConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING THOMAS J. MAHONEY ON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT FROM COOK COUNTY WHEREAS, after over fifteen years of service Thomas J. Mahoney will retire from Cook County on June 23, 2017; and WHEREAS, Thomas J. Mahoney has dutifully served the County of Cook for over fifteen years. In those years he served with distinction and earned the respect and affection of his co-workers, many of whom also describe themselves as friends. He is widely known for his exceptional kindness and magnanimity at work and as a tireless volunteer in the community; and WHEREAS, throughout his fifteen years at the County, Thomas J. Mahoney has served the citizens in multiple ways. Prior to his work as Cook County Commissioner Larry Suffredin’s Property Tax Specialist he was Deputy Cook County Treasurer under Edward J. Rosewell. He was Chief Residential Analyst at the Cook County Board of Review under Brendan Hoolihan. He worked as a Scribe for the Cook County Recorder of Deeds under Sidney R. Olsen. He was a law clerk in the administration of Cook County State’s Attorney EdwapprovePass Action details Not available
17-3263 1 HONORING GEORGE WESTINGHOUSE COLLEGE PREP FOR BEING NAMED ONE OF THE TOP HIGH SCHOOLS IN THE UNITED STATESConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING GEORGE WESTINGHOUSE COLLEGE PREP FOR BEING NAMED ONE OF THE TOP HIGH SCHOOLS IN THE UNITED STATES WHEREAS, George Westinghouse College Prep is a distinguished high school located on the West Side of Chicago, Illinois; and WHEREAS, Westinghouse College Prep was founded in 2009 as a selective enrollment school within the Chicago Public Schools; and WHEREAS, more than 1,100 students attend Westinghouse College Prep; and WHEREAS, the student body of Westinghouse College Prep benefit from a rigorous College and Career program that permits students to choose a Radio-TV broadcasting career tract, a Medical Academy, or Information Networking and Business Academy; and WHEREAS, the student body of Westinghouse College Prep reflects a diverse range of backgrounds; and WHEREAS, Westinghouse College Prep has received numerous awards and is rated a Level 1+ by Chicago Public Schools; and WHEREAS, Westinghouse College Prep was named in April of 2017 one of the top high schools in the country by U.S. News and World Report. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the approvePass Action details Not available
17-3266 1 HONORING PHOENIX MILITARY ACADEMY FOR BEING NAMED ONE OF THE TOP HIGH SCHOOLS IN THE UNITED STATESConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING PHOENIX MILITARY ACADEMY FOR BEING NAMED ONE OF THE TOP HIGH SCHOOLS IN THE UNITED STATES WHEREAS, Phoenix Military Academy is a distinguished military academy in Chicago, Illinois; and WHEREAS, Phoenix Military Academy is one of six military academies in the City of Chicago and is rated Level 1+ in school performance; and WHEREAS, More than 500 students attend Phoenix Military Academy; and WHEREAS, the student body of Phoenix Military Academy benefit from a unique educational environment that centers around building character; and WHEREAS, the student body of Phoenix Military Academy reflects a diverse range of backgrounds; and WHEREAS, the 2016 class was awarded more than $9 million in scholarships for college; and WHEREAS, Phoenix Military Academy has consistently been recognized nationally and locally for its students’ many successes; and WHEREAS, Phoenix Military Academy was named in April of 2017 one of the top high schools in the country by U.S. News and World Report. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the President and Cook County Board approvePass Action details Not available
17-3272 1 HONORING GARY WARNERConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING GARY WARNER WHEREAS, Gary K. Warner has retired from the office of Maine Township Clerk after 24 years in office and 29 years of public service on the Maine Township Board where he performed his responsibilities tirelessly and with the highest level of professionalism and integrity for his Maine Township constituents; and WHEREAS, Gary was appointed to the Maine Township Board as Collector in 1989, a position he held for five years before his election to Township Clerk in 1993 where he served until May 2017; and WHEREAS, Clerk Warner and his office were responsible for providing numerous services to the public which included voter registration, absentee voting, notary public services, passport applications acceptance, residential vehicle stickers, Medic Alert ID applications, Hunting & Fishing licenses and several more services; and WHEREAS, Gary has received several awards and honors for his service as Maine Township Clerk including Township Clerk of the Year in 2006 by The Township Officials of Illinois and the Community Star Award for GoapprovePass Action details Not available
17-3273 1 CONGRATULATING MORGAN PARK HIGH SCHOOL MUSTANGS 2016- 2017 3-A BOYS BASETBALL STATE CHAMPIONSConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING MORGAN PARK HIGH SCHOOL MUSTANGS 2016- 2017 3-A BOYS BASETBALL STATE CHAMPIONS WHEREAS, members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners are proud to recognize excellence in high school sports; and WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners recognizes the importance of team sports in developing the qualities of respect, collaboration, hard work and dedication in young adults; and WHEREAS, the Morgan Park High School Mustangs played 32 games in the 2016-2017 with a record of (26-6) and a League Record of 9-1; and WHEREAS, Head Coach Nick Irvin shares this victory with Athletic Director, Michael Berger, Assistant Coaches Josh Brown, Rodell Davis, Kurtis Ellision, Lauren Foster, Christian Hopkins, Lance Irvin, Terry Johnson, along with mangers Sharif King and Alan Taylor; and WHEREAS, Coach Nick Irvin was names 2016-2017 Illinois Boys Basketball Coach of the Year by USA Today; and WHEREAS, The Morgan Park Varsity Mustangs were led this year by their five Seniors: Melo Burrell, Quincy Dillard, Lenell Henry, Cam Irvin, and TapprovePass Action details Not available
17-3274 1 RECOGNIZING MAY AS ASIAN PACIFIC ISLANDER AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTHConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING MAY AS ASIAN PACIFIC ISLANDER AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH approvePass Action details Not available
17-3275 1 CONGRATULATING WHITNEY M. YOUNG HIGH SCHOOL DOLPHINS 2016-2017 4-A BOYS STATE CHAMPIONSConsent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING WHITNEY M. YOUNG HIGH SCHOOL DOLPHINS 2016-2017 4-A BOYS STATE CHAMPIONS WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners recognizes the importance of team sports in developing the qualities of respect, collaboration, hard work and dedication in young adults; and WHEREAS, the Whitney M. Young Dolphins played 32 games in the 2016-2017 with a record of (26-6); and WHEREAS, Head Coach Tyron Slaughter shares the victory with Assistant Coaches Justin Bowen, Brandon Bright, David Howard, Jonathan James and Julian Kenner and Managers: Isaiah Holmes, Brendan Foster, Keyshawn Aytch, and William Rosado; and WHEREAS, The Whitney Young Dolphins were led this year by their Seniors: Craig Beaudion, Derrick Faulkner, Michael Feigen, James Frizell, Justin Stovall, and Lucas Williamson; and WHEREAS, the Dolphins competed in the Regional Semifinals beating Riverside-Brookfield 97-64, led by Jake Kosakowski: 14 points, Regional Finals beating Lincoln Park 66-54, led by Lucas Williamson 17 points; Sectional Semifinals, vs Kenwood, 59-49 led by Javon FrapprovePass Action details Not available
17-3277 1  Consent Calendar ResolutionPROPOSED RESOLUTION RESOLUTION HONORING CAROL A. TESCHKY WHEREAS, Carol A. Teschky has retired from the office of Maine Township Supervisor after 10 years in office and 28 years of public service on the Maine Township Board where she performed her responsibilities tirelessly and with the highest level of professionalism and integrity for her Maine Township constituents, a constituency that holds the distinction as Cook County’s largest unincorporated population with over 25,000 residents; and WHEREAS, Carol was first elected to the Maine Township Board as a Trustee in 1989, a position she held for 18 years before her appointment to Township Supervisor in 2007 where she served until May 2017; and WHEREAS, as Supervisor, Carol was charged with directing an administration responsible for administering numerous township services and programs such as General Assistance, MaineStay Youth & Family Services, Emergency Management, Code Enforcement, MaineStreamers Seniors and many other functions of Maine Township government; and WHEREAS, Carol’s record of fiscal responsibility sapprovePass Action details Not available