03-R-133

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT

AND CARL R. HANSEN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

 

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUPERINTENDENT OF HIGHWAYS TO ACT AS THE AUTHORIZED AGENT OF THE BOARD OF COOK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS REGARDING APPROVAL OF A STATE OF ILLINOIS REQUIRED ADDENDUM TO PREVIOUSLY EXECUTED LOCAL AGENCY AGREEMENTS FOR HIGHWAY PROJECTS INVOLVING THE COUNTY OF COOK

 

WHEREAS, the State of Illinois is now requiring a “prevailing wage” clause be included in all State and Federal Agreements for highway construction projects which are locally let and administered; and

 

WHEREAS, inclusion of said clause is to be applied retroactively, as determined by the State, to previously executed Agreements; and

 

WHEREAS, the County of Cook has entered into several Agreements which will require said Addendum; and

 

WHEREAS, said Addendum has no fiscal impact upon the County of Cook and the provision of said Addendum does not conflict with or contradict the practices of the County of Cook; and

 

WHEREAS, to ease the burden upon the Board of County Commissioners in responding to each and every Addendum.

 

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, Illinois, on behalf of the County of Cook, hereby approve the insertion of the following clause in previously approved and executed Agreements with the State of Illinois for highway construction projects:

 

ADDENDUM

 

All projects for the construction of fixed works which are financed in whole or in part funds provided by this Agreement and/or amendment shall be subject to the Prevailing Wage Act (620 ILCS 130/0.1 et seq.) unless the provisions of that Act exempt its application.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Highways of the Cook County Highway Department is hereby authorized and directed to execute, by his signature, the aforesaid Addendum to any and all previously approved and executed highway construction Agreements with the State of Illinois as submitted by the State of Illinois; and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution will be submitted to each Addendum executed by the Superintendent of Highways as a result of this Resolution.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-134

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR.

PRESIDENT OF THE COOK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

 

Concerning 2003 Bond Volume Cap

 

WHEREAS, the County of Cook, Illinois (the “County”) is a home rule unit under Subsection (a) of Section 6, Article VII of the Illinois Constitution of 1970; and

 

WHEREAS, there exists within the borders of the County a recognized need for decent, well-constructed and maintained affordable housing and the need for lower cost financing of business expansion to create and retain jobs; and

 

WHEREAS, the County is authorized under state law and the County’s home rule powers, among other purposes, (i) to issue revenue bonds (“Bonds”) to finance below market interest rate mortgage loans to individuals, (ii) to finance below market interest rate loans to businesses and other organizations to encourage the creation and retention of jobs, and (iii) to issue mortgage credits certificates (“Certificates”) to provide housing assistance for qualified individuals; and

 

WHEREAS, the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”) limits the amount of Bonds and Certificates that may be issued by the County on a tax-exempt basis under the Code; and

 

WHEREAS, the County desires to consider establishing and implementing 2003 Bond and Certificate programs with the allocation of its 2003 bond volume cap as defined in Section 146 of the Code (the “Volume Cap”) in the amount of $8,197,500.00; and

 

WHEREAS, pursuant to the Illinois Private Activity Bond Allocation Act (the “Act”), the County’s Volume Cap allocation may be ceded to the State of Illinois if it is not used or allocated to specific projects or purposes by April 30, 2003.

 

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the President and the Board of Commissioners of the County of Cook, Illinois (“Corporate Authorities”):

 

Section 1.  Public Purpose.  It is hereby found, determined and declared that the purpose of this Resolution is to take steps designed to reduce the cost of financing principal residences located in the County in order to provide decent, affordable housing for qualifying persons of low and moderate income; to provide below market interest rate loans to businesses and other organizations to create and retain jobs; and issue bonds for any other purpose allowed by law.

 

Section 2.  Allocation of Volume Cap.  The Corporate Authorities hereby authorize the allocation of the entire amount of the County’s Volume Cap for calendar year 2003 to a Single Family Mortgage Bond, a Mortgage Credit Certificate Program, an Industrial Revenue Bond Program, any combination thereof, or any other purpose allowed by law, to be approved by the Corporate Authorities.

 

Section 3.  Approval of Further Actions.  From and after the adoption of this Resolution, the proper officials, agents and employees of the County are hereby authorized, empowered and directed to do all such acts and things and to execute all such documents as may be necessary to carry out and comply with the provisions of this Resolution or to effectuate the purpose hereof.

 

Section 4.  Effective Date.  This Resolution shall be in full force and effect upon its passage and approval.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-135

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

 

WHEREAS, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has called from our midst Officer Eric E. DeWit born into time February 6, 1980, born into eternity February 17, 2003; and

 

WHEREAS, Officer Eric E. DeWit attended Homewood-Flossmoor High School, Class of 1998 and attended Prairie State College where he received his Associates Degree; and

 

WHEREAS, Officer Eric E. DeWit began his law enforcement career graduating from the Chicago Police Academy in May of 2002.  His career began with the Village of Markham Police Department then he transferred to the Village of Matteson Police Department, October 26, 2002; and

 

WHEREAS, Officer Eric E. DeWit married the love of his life, Monique “Demi” Rush on September 7, 2002 and to that union a daughter Kylie (one month old) was born.  These two wonderful people were very dear to his heart; and

 

WHEREAS, he leaves to cherish his memory: parents Dariel (Purcell) and Eugene DeWit, his grandmother Dariel Mongeau, his two brothers Marc DeWit and Adam DeWit, brother-in-law Erich Rush, and mother-in-law Melody Rush, and all his fellow Patrol Officers of the Village of Matteson and the entire law enforcement community across Cook County, the State of Illinois, and the United States of America.

 

Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners hereby extends to the Village of Matteson its deepest sorrow and extends its most heartfelt sympathy to the loved ones and many friends of Officer Eric E. DeWit; and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this text be spread in everlasting thoughts upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body, and a suitable copy be provided to the family of Officer Eric E. DeWit, that his memory may be so honored and ever cherished.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-136

RESOLUTION

 

WHEREAS, general increases and salary adjustments for the period December 1, 2001 through November 30, 2004, have been negotiated between Cook County and the Illinois Nurses Association (I.N.A.); and

 

WHEREAS, these general increases and salary adjustments are reflected in the Salary Schedules.

 

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that these general increases and salary adjustments be approved by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-137

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

 

WHEREAS, Mr. Antonio M. Romanuci has been the President of the Justinian Society of Lawyers for the past year; and

 

WHEREAS, the Justinian Society of Lawyers works diligently to promote the goals of justice and stewardship within the field of law; and

 

WHEREAS, among Mr. Romanuci’s achievements as the President of the Justinian Society of Lawyers, he has increased the treasury of the Society as well as increased the scholarship fund to provide for promising young law students; and

 

WHEREAS, although his term as president has expired, his impact on the Society will remain as his leadership was of such a high caliber; and

 

WHEREAS, he is inspired by his wonderful wife Diane and loving family, to strive for nothing but excellence within his field of law, and within the community; and

 

WHEREAS, this Honorable Body takes great pride in recognizing those members of the community who work to advance progress and promote hard work in society.

 

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners wishes to extend their thanks to Mr. Antonio M. Romanuci for his hard work and leadership among his peers in the Justinian Society of Lawyers and as a member of the community; and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body, and an official copy be tendered to Mr. Antonio M. Romanuci.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-138

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 Carmen Rey, recipient of the

“Unsung Heroine Award”, 14th County District

 

WHEREAS, Carmen Rey has been chosen as the 2003 Unsung Heroine from the 14th District; and

 

WHEREAS, Carmen Rey was born in Cuba and attended Havana University graduating with a degree in engineering and a minor in sugar chemistry; and

 

WHEREAS, Carmen Rey became the first female sugar chemist in the history of Cuba’s sugar industry; and

 

WHEREAS, Carmen Rey fled the political and social upheaval in Cuba and sought political asylum in the United States with her husband and children; and

 

WHEREAS, Carmen Rey moved to Palatine in 1983 to work as a principal scientist for the Quaker Oats Research Laboratories; and

 

WHEREAS, Carmen Rey became a devoted member of her community; and

 

WHEREAS, Carmen Rey played an integral role in planning, developing and participating in community outreach programs, working especially with the burgeoning Hispanic community; and

 

WHEREAS, Carmen Rey served on the Northeast Palatine Resource Network Board of Directors, the Palatine Public Library Foundation, volunteers at the Palatine Township Adopt-A-Family and Apple Tree programs and serves on the Township Sesquicentennial Committee; and

 

WHEREAS, Carmen Rey is also a founding member of Consejo Hispano Americano de Palatine.

 

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby congratulate Carmen Rey on receiving Cook County’s 2003 Unsung Heroine Award for the 14th District and commend her for her self-less work and dedication on behalf of the citizens of the Palatine area community; and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered to Carmen Rey as a symbol of this auspicious occasion and let it also be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-139

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 Kent Fuller, Glenview’s Citizen of the Year

 

WHEREAS, Kent Fuller has been chosen as Glenview’s Citizen of the Year for 2002; and

 

WHEREAS, Kent Fuller served for 20 years on the Village of Glenview’s Planning Commission, seven years as its chairman; and

 

WHEREAS, Kent Fuller was elected to the Glenview Village Board and served for 12 years; and

 

WHEREAS, Kent Fuller is a consummate environmentalist in both a professional and volunteer capacity; and

 

WHEREAS, Kent Fuller has worked at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for seven years in urban planning, community organization and open space preservation; and

 

WHEREAS, Kent Fuller worked for 27 years at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in various capacities from water quality planning and environmental impact assessments to lead liaison to various environmental organizations; and

 

WHEREAS, Kent Fuller was a founding member and president of Park Dwellings, Inc., a not-for-profit corporation providing affordable housing, a long time member of the North Branch Restoration Project and Volunteer Stewardship Network and is site steward of the Glenview Air Station Prairie; and

 

WHEREAS, Kent Fuller has had many accomplishments over the course of his civic and volunteer activities including developing the Chicago Wilderness Biodiversity Recovery Plan, Creation of the Bi-national State of the Lakes Ecosystem Conferences, design of Lake Glenview and Gallery Park, development of affordable housing in Glenview and preserving the Glenview Air Station Prairie; and

 

WHEREAS, Kent Fuller has a B.S. and M.S. in forest management from Penn State and undertook post graduate studies in regional planning and local and state government at the University of Pennsylvania; and

 

WHEREAS, Kent Fuller was born and raised in Glenview and with his wife Jeryl, have four children and five grandchildren.

 

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby congratulate Kent Fuller on receiving the Glenview Citizen of the Year Award for 2002 and commend him for his self-less work and dedication on behalf of the citizens of Glenview and the environmental community; and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered to Kent Fuller as a symbol of this auspicious occasion and let it also be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-140

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 Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has called Stella T. Siegel from our midst, and

 

WHEREAS Stella T. Siegel (nee Kusiolek) was the beloved wife of the late Stanley W. Siegel, and

 

WHEREAS Stella T. Siegel was the loving mother of the Honorable Eugene (Linda, the late Virginia) Siegel, Loretta (Raymond) Dubovik, Daniel (the late Maryann), Jerome (Mary Ann) and the late Patricia, and

 

WHEREAS Stella T. Siegel was the fond sister of Jean Kristan, and

 

WHEREAS Stella T. Siegel was dear grandmother of 12, the dearest great-grandmother of 21, the devoted great-great-grandmother of one, and the cherished aunt of many nieces and nephews, and

 

WHEREAS all who knew her will attest that Stella T. Siegel was a kind and compassionate woman, virtuous of character and gentle in spirit, admired and respected by her many friends and neighbors, and dearly loved by her family, now, therefore

 

BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County that the Board does hereby offer its deepest condolences and most heartfelt sympathy to the family and many friends of Stella T. Siegel, and joins them in sorrow at this time of loss, and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body, and a suitable copy of same be tendered to the family of Stella T. Siegel, that her memory may be so honored and ever cherished.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

03-R-141

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. Pauline Daniels, recipient of the

Eighth 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 eighth year, to honor those women who are viewed by their communities as having made exceptional contributions to others, and

 

WHEREAS Pauline Daniels has served her community of Oak Lawn as an active and contributing citizen for nearly six decades, and

 

WHEREAS Pauline Daniels began her years of volunteerism and charitable services in Oak Lawn as a member of Pilgrim Faith Church, where she served as Secretary to the Church Council for nine years, and

 

WHEREAS Pauline Daniels has been a dedicated and loyal volunteer for the Parent Teacher Associations of Oak Lawn, Hometown School District 123 and Covington School, where she was elected PTA President, and

 

WHEREAS Pauline Daniels has worked tirelessly as an advocate for the needs of education, and was instrumental in obtaining the necessary funding to accommodate the growth of the school system in Oak Lawn, and

 

WHEREAS Pauline Daniels is known for her love of reading and literature, having served as Assistant Librarian at the Oak Lawn Public Library from 1952 to 1975, and was a founding organizer of its support group, Friends of the Library, and

 

WHEREAS Pauline Daniels presently serves as legislative chairperson of the Worth Township Seniors, president of the Oak Lawn Senior Council, and secretary/treasurer for the local chapter of AARP, and

 

WHEREAS Pauline Daniels 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 Pauline Daniels, 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 Pauline Daniels is regarded by Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-142

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

 

WHEREAS, Erick Carlson of Arlington Heights, has earned the title of Eagle Scout for his service to the community, and

 

WHEREAS, Erick Carlson has been an active Scout in Troop 132, and

 

WHEREAS, Erick Carlson advanced through the ranks of the Boy Scouts, and by so doing has demonstrated perseverance and commitment to the rigors of scouting, and

 

WHEREAS, Erick Carlson has successfully passed the Board of Review and attained the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor in Scouting, and will be duly honored and appropriately recognized at the Eagle Court of Honor Ceremony, now, therefore

 

BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, that Eagle Scout Erick Carlson be commended and congratulated for this outstanding achievement, and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body and a ceremonial copy of same be presented to Eagle Scout Erick Carlson to commemorate this significant occasion.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-143

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

 

WHEREAS, Gregory Grooms of Streamwood, has earned the title of Eagle Scout for his service to the community, and

 

WHEREAS, Gregory Grooms has been an active Scout in Troop 490, and

 

WHEREAS, Gregory Grooms advanced through the ranks of the Boy Scouts, and by so doing has demonstrated perseverance and commitment to the rigors of scouting, and

 

WHEREAS, Gregory Grooms has successfully passed the Board of Review and attained the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor in Scouting, and will be duly honored and appropriately recognized at the Eagle Court of Honor Ceremony, now, therefore

 

BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, that Eagle Scout Gregory Grooms be commended and congratulated for this outstanding achievement, and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body and a ceremonial copy of same be presented to Eagle Scout Gregory Grooms to commemorate this significant occasion.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-144

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

 

WHEREAS, Steven Huber of Hoffman Estates, has earned the title of Eagle Scout for his service to the community, and

 

WHEREAS, Steven Huber has been an active Scout in Troop 497, and

 

WHEREAS, Steven Huber advanced through the ranks of the Boy Scouts, and by so doing has demonstrated perseverance and commitment to the rigors of scouting, and

 

WHEREAS, Steven Huber has successfully passed the Board of Review and attained the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor in Scouting, and will be duly honored and appropriately recognized at the Eagle Court of Honor Ceremony, now, therefore

 

BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, that Eagle Scout Steven Huber be commended and congratulated for this outstanding achievement, and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body and a ceremonial copy of same be presented to Eagle Scout Steven Huber to commemorate this significant occasion.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-145

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

 

WHEREAS, Joseph J. Simon of Mt. Prospect, has earned the title of Eagle Scout for his service to the community, and

 

WHEREAS, Joseph J. Simon has been an active Scout in Troop 23, and

 

WHEREAS, Joseph J. Simon advanced through the ranks of the Boy Scouts, and by so doing has demonstrated perseverance and commitment to the rigors of scouting, and

 

WHEREAS, Joseph J. Simon has successfully passed the Board of Review and attained the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor in Scouting, and will be duly honored and appropriately recognized at the Eagle Court of Honor Ceremony, now, therefore

 

BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, that Eagle Scout Joseph J. Simon be commended and congratulated for this outstanding achievement, and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body and a ceremonial copy of same be presented to Eagle Scout Joseph J. Simon to commemorate this significant occasion.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-146

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

 

WHEREAS, Richard Smanski of Hanover Park, has earned the title of Eagle Scout for his service to the community, and

 

WHEREAS, Richard Smanski has been an active Scout in Troop 398, and

 

WHEREAS, Richard Smanski advanced through the ranks of the Boy Scouts, and by so doing has demonstrated perseverance and commitment to the rigors of scouting, and

 

WHEREAS, Richard Smanski has successfully passed the Board of Review and attained the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor in Scouting, and will be duly honored and appropriately recognized at the Eagle Court of Honor Ceremony, now, therefore

 

BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, that Eagle Scout Richard Smanski be commended and congratulated for this outstanding achievement, and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body and a ceremonial copy of same be presented to Eagle Scout Richard Smanski to commemorate this significant occasion.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-147

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

 

WHEREAS, Titus Wong of Des Plaines, has earned the title of Eagle Scout for his service to the community, and

 

WHEREAS, Titus Wong has been an active Scout in Troop 23, and

 

WHEREAS, Titus Wong advanced through the ranks of the Boy Scouts, and by so doing has demonstrated perseverance and commitment to the rigors of scouting, and

 

WHEREAS, Titus Wong has successfully passed the Board of Review and attained the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor in Scouting, and will be duly honored and appropriately recognized at the Eagle Court of Honor Ceremony, now, therefore

 

BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, that Eagle Scout Titus Wong be commended and congratulated for this outstanding achievement, and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body and a ceremonial copy of same be presented to Eagle Scout Titus Wong to commemorate this significant occasion.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-148

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 Marilyn De Mara Clancy, 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, Marilyn De Mara Clancy has contributed significantly to the City of Chicago through her professional expertise in tourism, marketing, and communications; and

 

WHEREAS, she is currently the president of Clancy & Company, a communications management and marketing firm which provides services to various clients, including the Illinois Bureau of Tourism, the Sears Tower Skydeck, the North Pier Festival Market and the Chicago Architecture Foundation; and

 

WHEREAS, Ms. Clancy has also served as the past executive director of the Chicago Tourism Council. As the first director of this official tourism promotion agency for the City of Chicago, she designed and carried out a marketing plan, administered a $1 million dollar budget, and represented the Council within the media and tourism community in the U.S. and abroad; and

 

WHEREAS, Ms. Clancy’s community experience includes serving on the allocations committee of the Community Chest, the board of International Women Associates, the marketing committee of the Illinois Arts Alliance, the board of the River North Association, the membership committee of the Greater North Michigan Avenue Association, and the board of Illinois Bureau of Tourism.

 

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 Marilyn De Mara Clancy 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 Marilyn De Mara Clancy is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-149

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 Margaret A. Davis, 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, Margaret A. Davis’ professional career in nursing and healthcare has had a lasting impact. She is currently the chief program officer of the Healthcare Consortium of Illinois.  In this role, she is responsible for the administration of the Healthy Start Southeast Chicago infant mortality reduction project; and

 

WHEREAS, Ms. Davis is an advanced practice nurse, having worked 20 years at the Daniel Hale Williams Health Center in the Robert Taylor Homes; and

 

WHEREAS, Ms. Davis has presented numerous workshops for the National Black Nurses Association, the American Red Cross, the American Cancer Society and the American Public Health Association.  She is the recipient of the prestigious Hildrus Poindexter Award from the Black Caucus of Health Workers-American Public Health Association, the American Cancer Society and the American Heart Association; and

 

WHEREAS, Ms. Davis has numerous professional and community affiliations that include the Chicago Chapter of the National Black Nurses Association, the American Nurses Association, the Boy Scouts of America, the National Council of Negro Women, the WACA Network, Homan Square Community Center Foundation, the Homan Park Advisory Council, the North Lawndale Civic and Educational Club, the Westside branch of the NAACP and the 7th Congressional Child Welfare Taskforce.

 

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 Margaret A. Davis 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 Margaret A. Davis is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-150

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 Dr. Jewell Oates, 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, as the first permanent executive director of The Women’s Treatment Center, Dr. Jewell Oates has consistently gone beyond her professional responsibilities to fulfill the vision for the Center; and

 

WHEREAS, Dr. Oates’ leadership has made The Women’s Treatment Center a national model for substance abuse treatment for women with young children and is one of the few facilities nationally, and the premier facility in Chicago and Illinois to accommodate and encourage women with young children to seek treatment; and

 

WHEREAS, founded in 1990, TWTC’s programs provide a continuum of care for women in a residential setting that includes substance abuse education, problem solving and conflict resolution skills development, technical, social and parenting skills development, and day care services for children whose mothers are in treatment; and

 

WHEREAS, Dr. Oates also serves on the advisory board for the Children and Family Justice Center, on the advisory board for the Children and Family Research Center, and is an alumni of Leadership Illinois.

 

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 Dr. Jewell Oates 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 Dr. Jewell Oates is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-151

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 Hortencia Seymore, 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, Hortencia Seymore may not realize it, but she is the soul of her family and a jewel of her community; and

 

WHEREAS, after years of working for the Illinois Department of Public Aid, Ms. Seymore decided to return to college.  She was 50 years old when she enrolled at Chicago State University.  She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in human services, twenty-two years ago; and

 

WHEREAS, retirement in 1995 from a career in human services did not slow Ms. Seymore down.  She volunteers weekly with a group from St. Dorothy’s Parish, working in the soup kitchen at Corpus Christi, feeding seniors, the homeless and unemployed.  She is also active in the American Association for Retired Persons and the St. Vincent DePaul Society. Once a month, she attends AARP meetings where she performs duties as treasurer; and

 

WHEREAS, last year, Ms. Seymore put everything on hold when her only daughter, Robin, died of breast cancer.  She is now teaching Robin’s son, her grandson, Marcus, how to give back to the community through their volunteer time together at health fairs and in soup kitchens.

 

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 Hortencia Seymore 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 Hortencia Seymore is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-152

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 Deborah Harper, 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, since her appointment as the director of community affairs for the city of Chicago Heights three years ago, Deborah Harper has helped numerous families in Chicago Heights and the southern suburbs. During a tragic accident, a twelve-year-old girl accidentally hung herself.  Because the family had no insurance and very little resources to help pay for the funeral, Ms. Harper arranged for this young lady’s funeral and burial expenses to be paid; and

 

WHEREAS, Ms. Harper has developed a statewide reputation as an advocate for seniors and has testified before the Illinois Senate on issues that affect senior citizens and has organized seniors on healthcare issues; and

 

WHEREAS, she has worked with Cook County Commissioner Deborah Sims on an energy fair that helped over 6,000 Cook County residents secure help on their energy bills and she has helped hundreds of homeless people gain temporary shelter in the winter months and has arranged for thousands of needy people to receive food baskets during the holiday season; and

 

WHEREAS, in addition to her humanitarian efforts, Ms. Harper has organized the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration in Chicago Heights.  What had been a small gathering of local residents is now one of the largest celebrations of Dr. King’s legacy in the southern suburbs.

 

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 Deborah Harper 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 Deborah Harper is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-153

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 Sister Laurinda Hefel, O.P., 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, Sister Laurinda Hefel entered the Order of Dubuque Franciscans 39 years ago because of its emphasis on service to the poor and its advocacy for peace and justice; and

 

WHEREAS, Sister Laurinda has served at Saint Christopher School in Midlothian for the past 29 years and teaches two classes of kindergarten each day and works tirelessly to help those in need.  Besides her work with the Saint Vincent de Paul Society in Saint Christopher Parish, she also works at a local soup kitchen, delivers food to AIDS patients and collects coats and household items for the needy; and

 

WHEREAS, she also has a ministry at Oak Forest Hospital of Cook County where she is a minister of communion, bringing communion to the homebound; and

 

WHEREAS, during what should be her summer vacations, Sister Laurinda has traveled to Kentucky and Mississippi and spent time working and bringing help and hope to those who live in these desperately poor regions.

 

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 Sister Laurinda Hefel 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 Sister Laurinda Hefel is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-154

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 Yindra Vanis, 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, hard work and a dedication to teaching for the past 36 years have made Yindra Vanis one of Cicero’s most deserving of recognition; and

 

WHEREAS, Ms. Vanis graduated from Pestelozzi-Froebel Teacher’s College with a bachelor of education in 1967, and was hired by Cicero School District 99 that same year where she has been a dedicated teacher of grades four through seven for the past 36 years.  Twelve years ago, Ms. Vanis began teaching English as a Second Language at Morton Community College; and

 

WHEREAS, in 2000, Yindra opened her own school, teaching English as a Second Language on Saturdays to people of different cultures; and

 

WHEREAS, Ms. Vanis continually strives to enrich her teaching by bringing knowledge and experience she obtains from her extensive travels throughout the United States and Europe.  For the last ten summers, Yindra has gone to the Czech Republic to teach ESL at Charles University.

 

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 Yindra Vanis 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 Yindra Vanis is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-155

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 Jean Juske, 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, Jean Juske has been a resident of Chicago for 49 years and a vital force in her community; and

 

WHEREAS, after retiring in 1980 from Deluxe Check Printers, she taught religious education classes for developmentally disabled children, volunteered at Barry Elementary School, and became an advocate for special education students and their parents.  Through a course taken at the Board of Education, Ms. Juske earned a certificate as an advocate for special education students and their parents; and

 

WHEREAS, her interest in public safety led her to serve as the former president of the 25th Police District Senior Advisory Council and as a member of the CAPS Advisory Council.  Ms Juske also worked on Mayor Daley’s team on the Safe Neighborhood agenda and worked with Governor Rod Blagojevich on gun control; and

 

WHEREAS, Ms. Juske remains active in St. Genevieve Parish in a variety of positions and is president of the Brickyard Senior Citizens Club.  Ms. Juske is also a former board member of the city wide caucus on Seniors.

 

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 Jean Juske 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 Jean Juske is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.

 

03-R-156

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 Barbara Furlong, 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, in Ohio, Barbara Furlong’s volunteer work included involvement in human rights such as fair housing and advocacy for better schools.  Since moving to Oak Park in 1973, Ms. Furlong has been active in community affairs and civic life; and

 

WHEREAS, she has been a member of the Oak Park-River Forest High School Parent Human Relations Committee for eight years.  She was president of the Oak Park Regional Housing Center, chair of the Oak Park Community Relations Commission, and a board member and observer for the Oak Park-River Forest League of Women Voters; and

 

WHEREAS, in 1989, she was elected to serve as a village trustee for four years.  In 1997, Ms. Furlong was elected to serve as village president for four years.  During both terms, she represented Oak Park on a number of regional organizations and during the last two years of her presidency, she served on the Enterpriz Board; and

 

WHEREAS, currently, Ms. Furlong continues to volunteer for the Frank Lloyd Wright Preservation Trust, the Ernest Hemingway Foundation and her church.  She serves as the representative from Oak Park on the boards of the Community Foundation of Oak Park-River Forest and the Collaboration for Early Childhood Care and 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 Barbara Furlong 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 Barbara Furlong is regarded by the Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

 

Approved and adopted this 3rd day of April 2003.