March 9, 2004 Resolutions

04-R-81

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN P. DALEY AND PRESIDENT JOHN H. STROGER, JR.

COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Co Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JERRY BUTLER, FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS,

ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,

ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,

ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS,

BOBBIE L. STEELE AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

WHEREAS, the students of Bridgeport Catholic Academy have diligently completed training under the aegis of the Cook County Sheriff Michael Sheahan's Drug Abuse Resistance Education program (D.A.R.E.); and

WHEREAS, the increasing pressure from undesirable social factors has the potential to lead today’s youth astray, thus programs like D.A.R.E. are necessary to provide students with the knowledge, self-esteem, and strength of character to resist such pressure; and

WHEREAS, the students have benefited from the positive classroom environment maintained by their teacher Mrs. Gina Geisert, their principal Mrs. Lillian Buckley, and their D.A.R.E. program instructor, Officer Mary Jo Obzrut of the Chicago Police Department; and

WHEREAS, the students of Bridgeport Catholic Academy have pledged to practice the D.A.R.E. principals of saying "No" to the use of illegal drugs, and "Yes" to the benefits of a good education; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Board of Commissioners of Cook County salute the following students from Bridgeport Catholic Academy on their outstanding achievements:

Frances Ansell, Jaicie Botica, Justine Constantino, Alexandria DiLoreto, Jenna Duddleston, Elizabeth Holley, Isabel Hurtado, Rugile Kaladyte, Conor Knapp, Tyler Larson, Alex Mongolis, Christopher Mongolis, Raul Montoya, Jacquelyn Morales, Justin Morales, Vivian Padilla, Fernando Perez, Maggie Popp, Alexandria Ruvalcaba, Abby Shinnick and Emily Slabe; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be presented to the above class of Bridgeport Catholic Academy as a symbol of their fine work and bright future as young citizens of their community.

Approved and adopted this 9th day of March 2004.

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04-R-82

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JERRY BUTLER, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, FORREST CLAYPOOL,

EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN,

GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,

JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, ANTHONY J. PERAICA,

MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE

AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

WHEREAS, Grant Memorial African Methodist Episcopal Church was organized by the Reverend T. L. Scott in September 1914; and

WHEREAS, Grant Memorial African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church marks their 90th year of ministry in kingdom building; and

WHEREAS, Grant Memorial AME Church has a long history of service to the African American community through its Prison Outreach Ministry, Apartment Rehabilitation Project, The South Side Family Chamber Orchestra, The Saturday School Tutorial Program and the Community Health Fair; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Doctor Mickarl D. Thomas, Sr. was appointed Pastor of the Grant Memorial AME Church in January of 2000; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Thomas acknowledges the rich history and spiritual vitality of Grant AME Church and continues its established organizations, customs, programs both ecclesiastical and administrative.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County on behalf of the citizens of Cook County congratulates Grant Memorial AME Church and their Pastor, Reverend Doctor Mickarl D. Thomas, Sr. on their illustrious history and wish them a long and prosperous future; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered to Grant Memorial AME Church as recognition of their good works and service and also spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body.

Approved and adopted this 9th day of March 2004.

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04-R-83

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE EARLEAN COLLINS, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,

FORREST CLAYPOOL, JOHN P. DALEY, ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN,

GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,

JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, ANTHONY J. PERAICA,

MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE

AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Honoring Juanita Rutues, recipient of the

"Unsung Heroine Award", 1st County District

WHEREAS, the Cook County Commission on Women's Issues created an award to honor those women who have made exceptional contributions to their communities, families, and professions; and

WHEREAS, it is important to honor all women who have contributed significantly in a wide variety of ways and touched a number of people with their endeavors; and

WHEREAS, Juanita Rutues is one of the original board members of the South Austin Coalition Community Council (SACCC) and has served for 27 years; and

WHEREAS, she is also an early advocate for development of the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) and a pioneer of the National Training and Information Center (NTIC) and National People’s Action organization; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Rutues is also a founding board member and president of People’s Reinvestment and Development Effort (PRIDE); and

WHEREAS, she also has been the leader of the Lake/Austin Civic Committee, served on the United Way Committee for Housing Grants, the Community Development Committee at Continental/Bank of America and on the Firstar/US Bank Community Development Board.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners take this opportunity on behalf of the people of Cook County to express official personal gratitude and deep appreciation to Juanita Rutues for her outstanding public service and dedication; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, and that a copy thereof be transmitted as a testimonial of the high esteem and appreciation in which Juanita Rutues is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

Approved and adopted this 9th day of March 2004.

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04-R-84

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE BOBBIE L. STEELE, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,

FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,

ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,

ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,

ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS,

AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Honoring Annetta Wilson, recipient of the

"Unsung Heroine Award", 2nd County District

WHEREAS, the Cook County Commission on Women's Issues created an award to honor those women who have made exceptional contributions to their communities, families, and professions; and

WHEREAS, it is important to honor all women who have contributed significantly in a wide variety of ways and touched a number of people with their endeavors; and

WHEREAS, Annetta Wilson has been working in the child welfare arena for over 23 years providing innovative leadership in her community and throughout the State of Illinois; and

WHEREAS, she is also the founder and executive director of the Sankofa Safe Child Initiative whose mission is to keep families intact by giving them the resources they need; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Wilson worked with the Congressional Black Caucus, she has convened conferences, forums and hearings throughout the United States to study why there are so many African-American children in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems; and

WHEREAS, she also is president of the National Council of Negro Women-Chicago Midwest Section and the Chicago Chapter of the National Association of Black Social Workers and chairs the Legal Redress Committee of the NAACP-Chicago Westside Branch.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners take this opportunity on behalf of the people of Cook County to express official personal gratitude and deep appreciation to Annetta Wilson for her outstanding public service and dedication; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, and that a copy thereof be transmitted as a testimonial of the high esteem and appreciation in which Annetta Wilson is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

Approved and adopted this 9th day of March 2004.

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04-R-85

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JERRY BUTLER, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, FORREST CLAYPOOL,

EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN,

GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,

JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, ANTHONY J. PERAICA,

MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE

AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Honoring Ruth Montrose, recipient of the

"Unsung Heroine Award", 3rd County District

WHEREAS, the Cook County Commission on Women's Issues created an award to honor those women who have made exceptional contributions to their communities, families, and professions; and

WHEREAS, it is important to honor all women who have contributed significantly in a wide variety of ways and touched a number of people with their endeavors; and

WHEREAS, Ruth Montrose has provided guidance and support to the youth of her community by donating books to help improve the libraries of Wendell Phillips High School and Marva Collins Charter School, and mentoring children at the Ada S. McKinley day care center; and

WHEREAS, she also served on the boards of the Martin Luther King Center and the Abraham Lincoln Center; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Wilson is an active member of St. Thomas Episcopal Church, has been a teacher in the church school and choir, and a member of the Director’s Guild since 1947; and

WHEREAS, she also has been godmother to 50 children, instilling in each child a love of reading and commitment to education.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners take this opportunity on behalf of the people of Cook County to express official personal gratitude and deep appreciation to Ruth Montrose for her outstanding public service and dedication; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, and that a copy thereof be transmitted as a testimonial of the high esteem and appreciation in which Ruth Montrose is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

Approved and adopted this 9th day of March 2004.

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04-R-86

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR.

PRESIDENT OF THE COOK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Co-Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JERRY BUTLER, FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS,

JOHN P. DALEY, ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN,

CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO,

JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY,

PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE

AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Honoring Tara Jenkins, recipient of the

"Unsung Heroine Award", 4th County District

WHEREAS, the Cook County Commission on Women's Issues created an award to honor those women who have made exceptional contributions to their communities, families, and professions; and

WHEREAS, it is important to honor all women who have contributed significantly in a wide variety of ways and touched a number of people with their endeavors; and

WHEREAS, Tara Jenkins is a role model and positive influence to the women and girls of the Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church of Chicago; and

WHEREAS, she also has provided leadership to the Daughters of Royalty Women’s Ministry and the Movements of Praise Dance Ministry at the church; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Jenkins has brought her own vision of all women as royalty to her position as the First Lady of Fellowship; and

WHEREAS, she also is endeavoring to instill a message of self-worth and self-respect in young women and girls.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners take this opportunity on behalf of the people of Cook County to express official personal gratitude and deep appreciation to Tara Jenkins for her outstanding public service and dedication; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, and that a copy thereof be transmitted as a testimonial of the high esteem and appreciation in which Tara Jenkins is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

Approved and adopted this 9th day of March 2004.

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04-R-87

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE DEBORAH SIMS, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,

FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,

ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,

ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,

ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, BOBBIE L. STEELE

AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Honoring Pat DeBonnett, recipient of the

"Unsung Heroine Award", 5th County District

WHEREAS, the Cook County Commission on Women's Issues created an award to honor those women who have made exceptional contributions to their communities, families, and professions; and

WHEREAS, it is important to honor all women who have contributed significantly in a wide variety of ways and touched a number of people with their endeavors; and

WHEREAS, Pat DeBonnett has faithfully championed the vision for revitalizing the Greater Roseland community, both professionally and civically, for more than 33 years; and

WHEREAS, she also forged a collaboration of residents, businesses, community-based organizations, city services and institutions into a partnership that has restored hope to a community; and

WHEREAS, Ms. DeBonnett serves as executive director of the Greater Roseland Community Development Corporation (GRCDC) and continues to provide leadership and vision to her mission of stimulating reinvestment in the Greater Roseland communities; and

WHEREAS, she also has served with the Marva Collins National Foundation, the Westside Preparatory School, and the Roseland Community Hospital Advisory Council.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners take this opportunity on behalf of the people of Cook County to express official personal gratitude and deep appreciation to Pat DeBonnett for her outstanding public service and dedication; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, and that a copy thereof be transmitted as a testimonial of the high esteem and appreciation in which Pat DeBonnett is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

Approved and adopted this 9th day of March 2004.

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04-R-88

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,

FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,

ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,

ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, ANTHONY J. PERAICA,

MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS,

BOBBIE L. STEELE AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Honoring Rosalind Wolff, recipient of the

"Unsung Heroine Award", 6th County District

WHEREAS, the Cook County Commission on Women's Issues created an award to honor those women who have made exceptional contributions to their communities, families, and professions; and

WHEREAS, it is important to honor all women who have contributed significantly in a wide variety of ways and touched a number of people with their endeavors; and

WHEREAS, Rosalind Wolff committed herself to helping women and children who are affected by domestic violence; and

WHEREAS, she also joined the National Council of Jewish Women and was instrumental in establishing the South Suburban Family Shelter in Hazel Crest in 1984 for victims of domestic violence; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Wolff has served as president, vice-president, secretary and member of the board of directors of the shelter; and

WHEREAS, she also has helped raised critical funds for the shelter by organizing their major fund raising events and was a beacon of hope to all the women and children whose lives she touched.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners take this opportunity on behalf of the people of Cook County to express official personal gratitude and deep appreciation to Rosalind Wolff for her outstanding public service and dedication; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, and that a copy thereof be transmitted as a testimonial of the high esteem and appreciation in which Rosalind Wolff is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

Approved and adopted this 9th day of March 2004.

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04-R-89

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,

FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,

ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,

ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, ANTHONY J. PERAICA,

MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE

AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Honoring Adelia Hurley, recipient of the

"Unsung Heroine Award", 7th County District

WHEREAS, the Cook County Commission on Women's Issues created an award to honor those women who have made exceptional contributions to their communities, families, and professions; and

WHEREAS, it is important to honor all women who have contributed significantly in a wide variety of ways and touched a number of people with their endeavors; and

WHEREAS, Adelia Hurley has dedicated nearly three decades of her energy and vision to the children of the Pilsen/Little Village communities; and

WHEREAS, she also has worked at Hogar del Nino since 1975 providing child care services in the Pilsen neighborhood where she initiated and directed the organization’s first parent involvement program; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Hurley is one of the founding members of the Barretto Boy’s Club, a club for Latin American boys located in the Humbolt Park community; and

WHEREAS, she also volunteers her talent and energy to the Pilsen Neighbor’s Organization, which links needy people in the community to resources.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners take this opportunity on behalf of the people of Cook County to express official personal gratitude and deep appreciation to Adelia Hurley for her outstanding public service and dedication; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, and that a copy thereof be transmitted as a testimonial of the high esteem and appreciation in which Adelia Hurley is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

Approved and adopted this 9th day of March 2004.

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04-R-90

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE ROBERTO MALDONADO, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,

FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,

ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,

JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, ANTHONY J. PERAICA,

MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE

AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Honoring Emma Lozano, recipient of the

"Unsung Heroine Award", 8th County District

WHEREAS, the Cook County Commission on Women's Issues created an award to honor those women who have made exceptional contributions to their communities, families, and professions; and

WHEREAS, it is important to honor all women who have contributed significantly in a wide variety of ways and touched a number of people with their endeavors; and

WHEREAS, Emma Lozano is the dynamic founder and president of the community-based membership organization Pueblo Sin Fronteras and two related non-profits, Centro Sin Fronteras and Sin Fronteras Law Program; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Lozano’s roots as an organizer date back to her work in the 1970s with her brother, Rudy Lozano, in the struggle for amnesty, union representation for undocumented Latino immigrants, and the establishment of a Mexican-based independent political organization; and

WHEREAS, after service in the Harold Washington administration, during which she helped draft the current school reform law creating local school councils, Ms. Lozano began Sin Fronteras and worked in the West Town community to organize a program to facilitate the amnesty process for over 3,000 people. Elected to a local school council, she then led Sin Fronteras in the fight to build the model bi-lingual Rudy Lozano School to relieve severe overcrowding in the Latino community and organized a campaign to conduct lead clean-up in the old Kosciusko School; and

WHEREAS, Sin Fronteras, under Ms. Lozano’s leadership, has since organized the undocumented to mobilize and fully participate in the fight for legalization and immigrant rights. Sin Fronteras Law Program provides legal services to over 100 primarily undocumented people each week, and is currently fighting deportation orders for over 200 individuals.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners take this opportunity on behalf of the people of Cook County to express official personal gratitude and deep appreciation to Emma Lozano for her outstanding public service and dedication; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, and that a copy thereof be transmitted as a testimonial of the high esteem and appreciation in which Emma Lozano is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

Approved and adopted this 9th day of March 2004.

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04-R-91

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE PETER N. SILVESTRI, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,

FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,

ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,

ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,

ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE

AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Honoring Mary Ann Tate, recipient of the

"Unsung Heroine Award", 9th County District

WHEREAS, the Cook County Commission on Women's Issues created an award to honor those women who have made exceptional contributions to their communities, families, and professions; and

WHEREAS, it is important to honor all women who have contributed significantly in a wide variety of ways and touched a number of people with their endeavors; and

WHEREAS, Mary Ann Tate has made significant contributions to her community and is past president of the League of Women Voters of Park Ridge and is currently a board member of both the Park Ridge League and League of Women Voters of Cook County; and

WHEREAS, as a member of the Cook County League, Ms. Tate is an observer of the County Board of Commissioners meetings and her documentation of the meetings is published in the Cook County Observer which is distributed to all 16 Cook County Leagues and a broad list of subscribers and interested agencies throughout the County; and

WHEREAS, her League activity also includes her work on the “Who Represents Me In Cook County,” which is a compilation of names and addresses of all elected and appointed government officials in Cook County and is available for purchase; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Tate’s many other volunteer and community service activities have included Cub Scout Den Mother, Field School Variety Show, St. Paul of the Cross choir and guild, chairperson of Voter Services for the Park Ridge League, caucus member for the District 64 and 207 school boards, and volunteer for Literacy Chicago where she does one-on-one tutoring.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners take this opportunity on behalf of the people of Cook County to express official personal gratitude and deep appreciation to Mary Ann Tate for her outstanding public service and dedication; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, and that a copy thereof be transmitted as a testimonial of the high esteem and appreciation in which Mary Ann Tate is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

Approved and adopted this 9th day of March 2004.

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04-R-92

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE MIKE QUIGLEY, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,

FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,

ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,

ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,

ANTHONY J. PERAICA, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS,

BOBBIE L. STEELE AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Honoring Andrea S. Kramer, recipient of the

"Unsung Heroine Award", 10th County District

WHEREAS, the Cook County Commission on Women's Issues created an award to honor those women who have made exceptional contributions to their communities, families, and professions; and

WHEREAS, it is important to honor all women who have contributed significantly in a wide variety of ways and touched a number of people with their endeavors; and

WHEREAS, Andrea S. Kramer is a partner in the international law firm of McDermott, Will & Emery. In addition to the demands of her professional and family life, she is a strong supporter of women and children through both institutional and individual philanthropy; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Kramer is the chair of the board of directors and a founding board member of The Women’s Treatment Center, Chicago’s premier residential treatment program providing comprehensive, compassionate and clinically appropriate chemical dependency treatment for women and their children; and

WHEREAS, recent examples of her warmth, generosity and passion for care include providing emotional and financial support for a young woman living in Poland and suffering with elephantiasis. Because of Ms. Kramer, this young woman is receiving the surgery and medical devices necessary to help her survive her illness, things that would be denied to her because they are not covered by insurance; and

WHEREAS, she is also securing medical care and providing support for a young Portuguese mother with recurrent cervical cancer. After finding medical experts here in Chicago, and underwriting several exams and tests in Chicago, Ms. Kramer and her family have offered to bring the woman back to the United States to receive the best specialized treatment available to ensure that the young mother is given every chance medicine can offer to extend her life.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners take this opportunity on behalf of the people of Cook County to express official personal gratitude and deep appreciation to Andrea S. Kramer for her outstanding public service and dedication; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, and that a copy thereof be transmitted as a testimonial of the high esteem and appreciation in which Andrea S. Kramer is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

Approved and adopted this 9th day of March 2004.

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04-R-93

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE FORREST CLAYPOOL, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,

EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN,

GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,

JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, ANTHONY J. PERAICA,

MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE

AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Honoring Wendy Jo Harmston, recipient of the

"Unsung Heroine Award", 12th County District

WHEREAS, the Cook County Commission on Women's Issues created an award to honor those women who have made exceptional contributions to their communities, families, and professions; and

WHEREAS, it is important to honor all women who have contributed significantly in a wide variety of ways and touched a number of people with their endeavors; and

WHEREAS, a lifelong resident of the 12th District and a graduate of Schurz High School, Wendy Jo Harmston’s commitment and dedication to improving her community began as early as high school when she often volunteered in the community; and

WHEREAS, Wendy Jo Harmston is the current president of the North River Commission, a coalition of more than 100 civic groups, working on issues of affordable housing, education, business and economic development and public safety. Her major accomplishments include developing a charter school that evolved into the North Side College Prep High School and the opening of the Thurgood Marshall Middle School; and

WHEREAS, since 1983, Ms. Harmston has been an active member of the Old Irving Park Association, a neighborhood organization that addresses economic development, zoning and other community concerns. Currently a member of the board of directors, her past positions include president, vice-president and secretary; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Harmston also was a community representative on the board of the Irving Park YWCA Community Organized Recreation and Education (CORE) tutoring program, serving 5th through 8th grade children and their families from 14 area schools. Ms. Harmston also served as a neighborhood minister, working with local churches on the Interfaith Organizing Project.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners take this opportunity on behalf of the people of Cook County to express official personal gratitude and deep appreciation to Wendy Jo Harmston for her outstanding public service and dedication; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, and that a copy thereof be transmitted as a testimonial of the high esteem and appreciation in which Wendy Jo Harmston is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

Approved and adopted this 9th day of March 2004.

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04-R-94

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,

FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,

ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,

ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,

ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS

AND BOBBIE L. STEELE, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Honoring Muriel M. Chalem, recipient of the

"Unsung Heroine Award", 13th County District

WHEREAS, the Cook County Commission on Women's Issues created an award to honor those women who have made exceptional contributions to their communities, families, and professions; and

WHEREAS, it is important to honor all women who have contributed significantly in a wide variety of ways and touched a number of people with their endeavors; and

WHEREAS, in her 50 years of residence in Evanston, Muriel Chalem has lent her talent for leadership to a wide range of community activities, including the establishment of significant religious and cultural institutions. Ms. Chalem is one of the founding members and organizers of the conservative synagogue, Mikdosh El, in Evanston, and served as a board member and officer of the Sisterhood of Mikdosh El; and

WHEREAS, with her husband, she founded the United Soccer Association of Evanston (USA Evanston) which sponsored teams for boys and girls of junior high and high school age. They sent soccer teams to Sweden, England and Canada, and sponsored a tournament in Evanston; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Chalem’s love of the arts and vision led to the establishment of one of Evanston’s premier cultural events: First Night Evanston. Originator and first organizer of this event, she went on to serve for many years as its chairperson and still serves on the board; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Chalem’s political work has included membership in the League of Women Voters and the Democratic Party of Evanston where she volunteered in all aspects of the political process and was an officer on the board. She also served on the Parent Teacher Association of Dawes School.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners take this opportunity on behalf of the people of Cook County to express official personal gratitude and deep appreciation to Muriel M. Chalem for her outstanding public service and dedication; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, and that a copy thereof be transmitted as a testimonial of the high esteem and appreciation in which Muriel M. Chalem is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

Approved and adopted this 9th day of March 2004.

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04-R-95

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE GREGG GOSLIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,

FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,

ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,

JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, ANTHONY J. PERAICA,

MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE

AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Honoring Patricia Glass, recipient of the

"Unsung Heroine Award", 14th County District

WHEREAS, the Cook County Commission on Women's Issues created an award to honor those women who have made exceptional contributions to their communities, families, and professions; and

WHEREAS, it is important to honor all women who have contributed significantly in a wide variety of ways and touched a number of people with their endeavors; and

WHEREAS, Patricia Glass has been a volunteer for most of her adult life and has spent an extraordinary amount of time volunteering her services in Palatine whenever an opportunity presents itself. On a regular basis, she can be observed walking into the Food Pantry for the Needy in Wheeling Township with grocery bags under her arms, bringing much needed food; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Glass also donated over 75 teddy bears for children as part of the township’s annual Make a Difference Project and on Thanksgiving and Christmas, Ms. Glass donates "Food for a Day" to a family in need. In addition, she helps with the distribution of Thanksgiving and Easter baskets of food to the needy of St. Edna’s and St. James churches and a sister parish on Madison Street. She loves to fill Santa Socks for needy school children with school supplies, small gifts, books, puzzles, games and cards; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Glass travels to Public Action to Deliver Shelter’s (PADS) "Journey of Hope" in Palatine to donate food and useable clothing to the homeless. In addition, she cooks and delivers the food to the Kingswood United Church PADS site four times a year. She also volunteers in her own church’s knitting group which donates its proceeds to charity, leads a scripture study group, and plans functions for seniors; and

WHEREAS, most recently, she has become active in a newly formed Prison Ministry, whose purpose is to donate personal necessities to thousands of incarcerated individuals.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners take this opportunity on behalf of the people of Cook County to express official personal gratitude and deep appreciation to Patricia Glass for her outstanding public service and dedication; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, and that a copy thereof be transmitted as a testimonial of the high esteem and appreciation in which Patricia Glass is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

Approved and adopted this 9th day of March 2004.

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04-R-96

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE CARL R. HANSEN, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,

FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,

ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,

JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, ANTHONY J. PERAICA,

MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE

AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Honoring Evelyn E. Osowski, recipient of the

"Unsung Heroine Award", 15th County District

WHEREAS, the Cook County Commission on Women's Issues created an award to honor those women who have made exceptional contributions to their communities, families, and professions; and

WHEREAS, it is important to honor all women who have contributed significantly in a wide variety of ways and touched a number of people with their endeavors; and

WHEREAS, Evelyn Osowski has devoted countless volunteer hours to many organizations in the Chicagoland area, serving in a range of leadership and advocacy positions. The beneficiaries of her time and talent include the Parent Teacher Association of which she is a Life Member and past president, the National Committee for the Prevention of Child Abuse, and the Auxiliary of Northwest Community Hospital; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Osowski volunteered in the Pastoral Care Program at Resurrection/Holy Family Hospital, does parish work and has led the development of the annual dinner dance silent auction at St. Emily Catholic Church and at Loyola University Chicago, served as president of Parent Associates, chairperson of the Parent’s Fund Drive and Admissions Drive and a member of the Women’s Board; and

WHEREAS, committed to women’s health issues, Ms. Osowski was a member of the board of directors of the Lupus Foundation of America, Illinois Chapter, where she spearheaded the development of the first major Lupus fund raiser; and

WHEREAS, in addition, she was chair of the National Osteoporosis Foundation-Chicago Leadership Council, hosted the 1999 International Meeting of Osteoporosis Support Groups in Chicago, and served on the advisory council to the National Institutes of Health for Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases, Washington, D.C.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners take this opportunity on behalf of the people of Cook County to express official personal gratitude and deep appreciation to Evelyn E. Osowski for her outstanding public service and dedication; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, and that a copy thereof be transmitted as a testimonial of the high esteem and appreciation in which Evelyn E. Osowski is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

Approved and adopted this 9th day of March 2004.

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04-R-97

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE ANTHONY J. PERAICA, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,

FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,

ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,

ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,

MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE

AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Honoring Betty Koran, recipient of the

"Unsung Heroine Award", 16th County District

WHEREAS, the Cook County Commission on Women's Issues created an award to honor those women who have made exceptional contributions to their communities, families, and professions; and

WHEREAS, it is important to honor all women who have contributed significantly in a wide variety of ways and touched a number of people with their endeavors; and

WHEREAS, Betty Koran has demonstrated exceptional leadership and penetrating vision in the 16th District where she is a highly respected and lifelong resident of Summit. She has maintained a persistent focus on assisting people with disabilities, those in need of personal attention, as well as finding time to serve on numerous committees and participating in community challenges; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Koran served for three years with the United Way Regional Board, and also served as an International Affairs Chairman and as the State Convention chairman hosting the annual Illinois convention. Ms. Koran has also raised funds for Operation Smile, an organization that assists doctors in traveling to underprivileged areas of the world and providing medical care and corrective surgeries to children and adults who have facial deformities; and

WHEREAS, at the local level, Ms. Koran has volunteered in the Food Service Program at St. Joseph’s Church and Lyon’s Township Sesquicentennial Celebration in 2000, and worked on the City of Countryside’s quilt to produce a unique piece of history; and

WHEREAS, she is a 10 year president of the Argo-Summit Bedford Park Women’s Club. For over 30 years, Ms. Koran has worked with the Girl Scouts of America for which she received a Thanks Badge, the highest honor awarded to a volunteer.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners take this opportunity on behalf of the people of Cook County to express official personal gratitude and deep appreciation to Betty Koran for her outstanding public service and dedication; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, and that a copy thereof be transmitted as a testimonial of the high esteem and appreciation in which Betty Koran is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

Approved and adopted this 9th day of March 2004.

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04-R-98

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,

FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,

GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,

JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, ANTHONY J. PERAICA,

MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE

AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Honoring Sharon Grill, recipient of the

"Unsung Heroine Award", 17th County District

WHEREAS, the Cook County Commission on Women's Issues created an award to honor those women who have made exceptional contributions to their communities, families, and professions; and

WHEREAS, it is important to honor all women who have contributed significantly in a wide variety of ways and touched a number of people with their endeavors; and

WHEREAS, Sharon Grill has made an extraordinary commitment to caring for others and, in particular, for children with disabilities. After raising her own family, she adopted nine handicapped children and become an advocate for adoption of children with special needs; and

WHEREAS, she is Surrogate Parent for the State Board of Education and sponsors children in an orphanage in Mexico, taking clothing and supplies to them twice a year. She has studied Spanish and has learned sign language to better her ability to care for others; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Grill is very active in her church, St. Elizabeth Seton Church, serving as a minister of care, a religious education teacher and raising funds. She is the long time coordinator of HeartWarmers, a dinner program for homebound parishioners that serves 200 meals a year with the assistance of 120 volunteers; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Grill also has volunteered for the hospice program at Palos Community Hospital for five years, providing comfort and support to dying patients and their families during their last weeks. She visits patients and nurtures them with their favorite foods, small gifts, hand-holding, reading and prayer. Her civic service includes membership on the Village of Orland Park Community Relations Commission since 1997, the design and writing of the Village’s Disability Awareness brochure and former membership on the Recreation and Parks Advisory Board.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners take this opportunity on behalf of the people of Cook County to express official personal gratitude and deep appreciation to Sharon Grill for her outstanding public service and dedication; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, and that a copy thereof be transmitted as a testimonial of the high esteem and appreciation in which Sharon Grill is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

Approved and adopted this 9th day of March 2004.

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04-R-99

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN P. DALEY AND PRESIDENT JOHN H. STROGER, JR.

COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Co-Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JERRY BUTLER, FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS,

ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,

ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,

ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS,

BOBBIE L. STEELE AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Honoring Ms. Rosa Hudson, recipient of the Ninth Annual

“Unsung Heroine Award", 11th County District

WHEREAS, Cook County Board President John H. Stroger, Jr. has appointed a Commission on Women’s Issues to address areas of concern to women in Cook County and serve as an advocate for their interests; and

WHEREAS, the Cook County Commission on Women’s Issues has created an award, now in its ninth year, to honor those women who are viewed by their communities as having made exceptional contributions to others; and

WHEREAS, Rosa Hudson has served her community of Beverly as an active and contributing citizen for over three decades; and

WHEREAS, Rosa Hudson began her years of volunteerism and charitable services in Beverly as a member of the Vanderpoel Improvement Association, where she served as president for over twenty years; and

WHEREAS, Rosa Hudson has been a dedicated member of the Beverly Area Planning Association, and has provided leadership in her roles on the executive board and as president; and

WHEREAS, Rosa Hudson has worked tirelessly as an advocate for the needs of education, having served as vice-president of the Morgan Park High School Parent-Teacher Association, and was instrumental in the school reform movement as a member of the first Local School Council for Vanderpoel School; and

WHEREAS, Rosa Hudson is known for her commitment to the recreational needs of her community, and has been an active volunteer for the Chicago Park District, working on such projects as the Ridge Park wetlands preservation effort, and on fundraising campaigns to acquire playground equipment; and

WHEREAS, Rosa Hudson has provided valuable leadership on issues ranging from school desegregation, the commercial redevelopment of 95th Street, and governmental redistricting; and

WHEREAS, Rosa Hudson is known with great fondness and affection by all who have turned to her for help, counsel and friendship; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County take this opportunity on behalf of the people of Cook County to express their sincere gratitude to Rosa Hudson; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body, and a ceremonial copy thereof be transmitted as a symbol of appreciation, and a testimonial of the high esteem in which Rosa Hu