RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR.
PRESIDENT OF THE COOK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS,
JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ,
ROBERTO MALDONADO, WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO,
MIKE QUIGLEY, HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., PETER N. SILVESTRI
AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Whereas, the events of September 11, 2001 have focused attention on the need to have current, accurate and complete criminal justice information available to assist law enforcement agencies in the delivery of critical public safety services; and
Whereas, the Circuit Court of Cook County processes more than 70% of the criminal cases in Illinois; and
Whereas, improving the quality, accuracy, accessibility and timeliness of criminal history information which is generated, updated, managed and disseminated by Cook County criminal justice agencies, will enhance the overall quality of criminal history information for Illinois; and
Whereas, the Clerk of the Circuit Court has the responsibility to certify and maintain court records as an integral component of criminal history information, to disseminate criminal case dispositions to the central state information repository, and to provide access to Cook County criminal case history records to public safety and criminal justice agencies for critical day-to-day decision making; and
Whereas, criminal justice information systems in Cook County have been designed to meet agency-specific operational needs as autonomous and independent systems, and as such, the information can not be readily shared with the courts or other justice agencies and inevitably contains redundancy and inconsistency with other information in the system; and
Whereas, justice information in Cook County must be improved if we are to provide high quality, accurate and timely criminal history information to law enforcement officers and the courts for purposes of making criminal justice decisions; and
Whereas, judges, prosecutors and police require complete and accurate information when making arrest, bail, charging, plea negotiations and sentencing decision; and
Whereas, an integrated, county-wide justice information system is necessary to ensure that all public, private and individual stakeholders in the justice system have the accurate, timely and easily accessible information they require to better administer justice and enhance the safety and well being of the people of Cook County; and
Whereas, the development of a strategic plan for an integrated criminal justice information system for Cook County that aligns with and supports the statewide integrated justice information plan, will ensure that the requirements for Cook County are identified, increasing the effectiveness and applicability of the statewide plan to the needs of justice agencies within Cook County; and
Whereas, a crucial step in the process of realizing an integrated criminal justice information system for Cook County is to have a planning body comprised of all the major stakeholders to guide the development of the strategic plan.
Now, therefore, be it resolved, by the Cook County Board of Commissioners that a Cook County Integrated Criminal Justice Information System Committee be established and charged with preparing a plan for the development of an integrated criminal justice information system as follows:
I. COOK COUNTY INTEGRATED CRIMINAL JUSTICE INFORMATION SYSTEMS COMMITTEE
The Cook County Integrated Criminal Justice Information Systems Committee is hereby established.
II. COMPOSITION OF THE COMMITTEE
A. The Committee shall be comprised of a designee from each of the following elected or appointed offices: the Office of the President, the Clerk of the Circuit Court, the Office of the Chief Judge, the State’s Attorney, the Sheriff, the Public Defender, the Cook County Department of Corrections, the Adult Probation Department, and the Bureau of Information Technology and Automation. The following State of Illinois agencies shall each be invited to designate a representative: the Illinois State Police, the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, and the Administrative Office of Illinois Courts. The following law enforcement agencies shall each be invited to designate a representative: the Chicago Police Department, the North Suburban Chiefs of Police Association, the West Suburban Police Chief’s Association, the Fifth District Police Chief’s Association, and the South Suburban Association of Police Chiefs.
B. The Committee shall seek the input, assistance and participation of other public, private and public interest groups as necessary or appropriate.
C. The Clerk of the Circuit Court shall serve as chair of the Committee and may establish ad hoc committees or subcommittees as necessary to assist the Committee in completion of the Committee’s mission.
III. DUTIES OF THE COMMITTEE
A. Complete a needs assessment that will systematically identify all criminal justice systems in Cook County. Review all components of the justice process so that their current and planned justice information system environments can be examined and documented.
B. Conduct a study to identify exchange points between agencies to determine where automation will enhance the integration process and make recommendations for automation of those exchange points where participants are willing and ready for automation.
C. Develop a strategic plan for integration of Cook County justice and court information which includes, but is not limited to the following:
· Recommendation of cost-effective solutions that integrate existing criminal justice information systems, providing standards for future systems development, which reduce technological incompatibility, redundancy and inefficiency.
· Develop strategies to improve the positive identification of individuals who interact with the justice system through the use of enhanced biometrics identification technologies such as flat fingerprints and facial recognition.
· Build upon the significant financial investments already made by Cook County, avoid unfunded mandates and identify federal and state grants and other sources of funding assistance to finance the integration and improvement of the criminal justice information systems in Cook County.
· Work in partnership with state and local criminal justice agencies and related social service agencies to meet operational requirements and needs for shared justice-related information.
· Ensure that the privacy and civil liberties of all citizens are enhanced rather than diminished by implementation of an integrated criminal justice information system.
D. Report the Committee’s findings, recommendations and strategic plan to the Cook County Board of Commissioners no later than May 1, 2003.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
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RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR.
PRESIDENT OF THE COOK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS,
JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ,
ROBERTO MALDONADO, WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO,
MIKE QUIGLEY, HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., PETER N. SILVESTRI
AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, each year, more than one million children are the victims of child abuse and child neglect, and
WHEREAS, these children represent every racial, religious and socio-economic group, and the suffering they endure poses a threat to our families and to our society as a whole, and
WHEREAS, in many instances, it is an observant physician at an emergency room of a hospital who first detects the signs of child abuse and child neglect, and
WHEREAS, most instances of child abuse and child neglect are not caused by inhuman, hateful intent but by the accumulation of stresses experienced by parents attempting to meet their responsibilities, and
WHEREAS, in many instances, it is the intervention initiated by hospital personnel that pairs families in crisis with social services available to meet their needs, and
WHEREAS, this year, President George W. Bush designated the week beginning April 12, 2002, as National Child Abuse Prevention Week, and
WHEREAS, the Cook County Bureau of Health Services has been a leader at the front line in the battle against child abuse and child neglect, both in detecting such behavior after it occurs and in seeking to prevent it beforehand, and
WHEREAS, two physicians at the John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County, Dr. Demetra Soter and Dr. Michele Lorand, have been instrumental in developing the Bureau's child abuse and child neglect programs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners honors Dr. Demetra Soter and Dr. Michele Lorand for their years of service to the most vulnerable residents of Cook County, the victims of child abuse and child neglect, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be presented to Dr. Demetra Soter and Dr. Michele Lorand.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
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RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE CARL R. HANSEN, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,
ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN,
TED LECHOWICZ, ROBERTO MALDONADO, WILLIAM R. MORAN,
JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY, HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR.,
PETER N. SILVESTRI AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has taken from our midst Stuart R. Paddock, Jr., and
WHEREAS, Stuart R. Paddock, Jr., patriarch of the Daily Herald Newspaper, was the grandson of Hosea Paddock, founder of the family owned newspaper, and
WHEREAS, Stuart R. Paddock, Jr. joined the newspapers operations as an assistant editor in 1937 under his father, Stuart R. Paddock, Sr. and uncle, Charles Paddock, and
WHEREAS, Stuart R. Paddock, Jr. was a World War II veteran, having served as a company commander in a tank destroyer battalion in Europe, and
WHEREAS, Stuart R. Paddock, Jr. became publisher in 1968 and helped the Daily Herald grow from a small group of weekly newspapers into the third largest daily newspaper in the state, with a circulation of some 150,000, and
WHEREAS, this remarkable growth did not go unnoticed by prospective buyers, who made many offers for the paper, but Stuart R. Paddock, Jr. was a firm believer in family run newspapers, and
WHEREAS, rather than allow the Daily Herald to become just another newspaper, Stuart R. Paddock, Jr. resisted such offers to sell, and concentrated instead on improving it still further, and
WHEREAS, for his efforts and persistence in making in making the Daily Herald one of the best, Stuart R. Paddock, Jr. was credited by many with setting the standard for suburban newspapers, and
WHEREAS, the Daily Herald’s expansion under Stuart R. Paddock, Jr. saw its entry eventually into areas of Lake, DuPage, Kane, McHenry and Will counties, and
WHEREAS, Stuart R. Paddock, Jr. was personally known to most of his employees and loved by all, welcoming the nickname “Stu” from everyone, and
WHEREAS, Stuart R. Paddock, Jr.’s determination to keep the Daily Herald a family run endeavor continues under the leadership of his nephew, Robert Y. Paddock, Jr., a fourth-generation owner, and
WHEREAS, Stuart R. Paddock, Jr.’s energy, leadership, and commitment to great journalism will be missed by all, now therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners does hereby express its sorrow at the loss of Stuart R. Paddock, Jr. and offers its heartfelt condolences to his wife, Ann, and their family at the passing of this great patriarch.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
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RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the County of Cook/Sheriff of Cook County and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters - Local 714 entered into Compulsory Arbitration under Section 14 of the Illinois Public Relations Act; and
WHEREAS, a supplemental Interest Arbitration Award has been issued concerning unresolved salary issues covering the period December 1, 2000 through November 30, 2003.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this award be submitted for consideration by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
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RESOLUTION
Concerning 2002 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 and to finance below market interest rate loans to businesses and other organizations to encourage the creation and retention of jobs and (ii) 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 2002 Bond and Certificate programs with the allocation of its 2002 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, 2002.
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 2002 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 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
_________________________
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners has adopted a Real Property Assessment Classification 6b which provides an applicant a reduction in the assessment level for an industrial facility; and
WHEREAS, Class 6b requires the approval by the County Board of a special exception for abandonment in cases where the industrial facility has been abandoned for less than 24 consecutive months upon purchase; and
WHEREAS, the County Board of Commissioners has received and reviewed an application from Wiley Road Property Corp. and the Resolution of the Village of Schaumburg for an industrial facility located at 1530 Wiley Road in Schaumburg, Schaumburg Township, Cook County, Property Index Number 07-12-302-002; and
WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners has determined that the granting of a 6b Real Estate Classification to Wiley Road Property Corp. will be beneficial to the County; and
WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners has determined that the building was abandoned for over 20 months at the time of purchase and that this incentive is necessary for use of the building to occur and that the Cook County Board of Commissioners supports and consents to the Class 6b Application for the special exception for abandoned property for less than 24 months of vacancy to be submitted to the Cook County Assessor.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the President and the Board of Commissioners of the County of Cook, State of Illinois, that the President and the Board of Commissioners indicate their approval to the granting of a Cook County Real Estate Classification 6b abatement incentive to Wiley Road Property Corp. for a facility located at 1530 Wiley Road, Schaumburg, Schaumburg Township, Cook County under the provision for abandonment of less than 24 months; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to forward a certified copy of this Resolution to the Office of the Cook County Assessor.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
_________________________
RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE ALLAN C. CARR, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,
EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,
TED LECHOWICZ, ROBERTO MALDONADO, WILLIAM R. MORAN,
JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY, HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR.,
PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE
AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, Dr. John A. Neuhaus will retire from Morton College in June 2002, after serving as its President for the past seven years; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Neuhaus began his career with Morton College in 1981. Through his participation Dr. Neuhaus was able to intertwine with the student body, community and employees, forming partnerships and hosting programs and events that fostered life-learning experiences, problem solving opportunities and challenges. Dr. Neuhaus was a welcome mat to the Morton College Campus for his endeavors of the betterment and enrichment for all; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Neuhaus’ ongoing articulation with District 527 enabled him to address and explore educational issues from pre-kindergarten through higher education; he was an active participant in the Adopt-A-Homeroom program speaking to grade school children about educational and career options at their schools and he achieved outstanding success with the Career Day Program that promoted and supported 8th grade students, business leaders and various Morton College faculty and staff providing information, training and guidance; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Neuhaus currently serves on the Executive Board of the Cicero Chamber of Commerce and Industry, he is Chairman of the Student Development Committee of the Illinois Council of Public Community College Presidents, he serves on the Executive Board of the West Suburban Post-Secondary Consortium, and serves as a member of the Riverside Library Board; and
WHEREAS, additionally, Dr. Neuhaus successfully started a formal and ongoing Strategic Plan process involving all entities of the College and community leaders. He was instrumental in obtaining status for the Hispanic Serving Institution. July 2001 he was awarded the “Title V Grant” by the U.S. Department of Education, and in November, 2000 Dr. Neuhaus was presented with the “Distinguished Citizens Award” by the Cicero Chamber of Commerce and Industry; and
WHEREAS, this Body takes great pride in recognizing those citizens of this County who are noted for their achievements and contributions.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby congratulate Dr. John A. Neuhaus on his retirement and joins with his family and many friends in wishing him many years of health and happiness, 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 Dr. John A. Neuhaus as testimony to his commitment and dedication to his work and the community where he lived.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
_________________________
RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE MIKE QUIGLEY, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,
ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN,
CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ, ROBERTO MALDONADO,
WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR.,
PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE
AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, for 38 years the North River Commission has led efforts to support civic involvement, encourage participation, and welcome a mix of cultures, incomes, and lifestyles to build a healthy community; and
WHEREAS, anti-crime organizing, education improvements, affordable housing, youth recreation, commercial development and North Park Village are all initiatives that grew out of the principle that people who live, work, and do business in the community have the right to participate in the decisions that affect them and the responsibility to work together for the common good; and
WHEREAS, North River Commission members have worked to protect and maintain the community’s quality of life; and
WHEREAS, the North River Commission seeks to build community by aggressively advocating for decent, affordable housing, quality education, open spaces, new jobs and neighborhood business; and
WHEREAS, together, the members of the North River Commission have attracted more than $150 million of investment, created or retained more then 3,500 jobs, and renovated or built more than 1,400 housing units; and
WHEREAS, with a clear vision and a firm resolve the North River Commission members and leaders create partnerships to coordinate ideas, reconcile differences and concentrate the resources of the community to solve problems and improve the quality of life for all.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby express its heartfelt thanks to the North River Commission for its hard work and dedication over the past 38 years; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the North River Commission as a thank you for its good works.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
_________________________
RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JERRY BUTLER, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, ALLAN C. CARR,
EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,
TED LECHOWICZ, ROBERTO MALDONADO, WILLIAM R. MORAN,
JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY, HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR.,
PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE
AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, Barbara J. Collins is retiring from the Department of Treasury, Internal Revenue Service after twenty-nine years of service; and
WHEREAS, along with her other accomplishments Ms. Collins is the mother of State Representative Annazette Collins; and
WHEREAS, on June 23, 2002 the family and friends of Barbara J. Collins will celebrate her retirement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that we, the Cook County Board of Commissioners congratulate Barbara J. Collins on her achievements and wish her a long and happy retirement; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Ms. Collins be presented with a copy of this Resolution and that a copy be placed in the official record of this Honorable Body.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
_________________________
RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE PETER N. SILVESTRI, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,
ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN,
CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ, ROBERTO MALDONADO,
WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,
HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE
AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, Father Bernard C. White will celebrate his 50th Anniversary of priestly ordination on May 5, 2002 at 12:30 Mass at St. Celestine Church in Elmwood Park; and
WHEREAS, Father White was born on July 24, 1926 at St. Bernard Hospital, the only son of Bernard Patrick White and Clara McNally; and
WHEREAS, Father White attended St. Sabina Grade School and Quigley Preparatory Seminary, received his B.A. from St. Mary of the Lake University, received his M.A. from St. Mary of the Lake Theology, and received his M.Ed. from Loyola University of Chicago; and
WHEREAS, Father White diligently served as Pastor/Administrator to the parishes of St. Thomas the Apostle, St. Gertrude (Franklin Park), Ascension (Oak Park), St. Joan of Arc, and St. Henry, and also served the parishes of Queen of the Rosary, Holy Spirit, and St. Celestine; and
WHEREAS, Father White served in the charter session of the Archdiocesan Priest Senate and was elected for six terms by priests in three different regions; and
WHEREAS, Father White has also devoted himself to educational ministry, serving as counselor and religious instructor with specialty in formation and marriage preparation, at St. Elizabeth School for Nurses, Little Company of Mary School for Nurses, Alexian Brothers School for Nurses and Technicians, Mundelein College, St. Mel, St. Patrick, Notre Dame (Girls), Sienna, Madonna and St. Ignatius; and
WHEREAS, Father White has extensive community involvement and served as hospital chaplain at University of Chicago clinics, Illinois Central Railroad Hospital, Chicago Osteopathic Hospital and Chicago Hospital for the Homeless and Destitute; and
WHEREAS, Father White has served law enforcement agencies as a certified member of the International Conference of Police Chaplains and has served five police agencies, including the Cook County Sheriff’s Office.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby commend Father White for his fifty years of dedication to the priesthood and to the thousands of people he has served and do congratulate him on this momentous milestone; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered for presentation to Father White as evidence of the esteem in which he is held by this Honorable Body and the residents of Cook County.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
_________________________
RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE PETER N. SILVESTRI, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,
ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN,
CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ, ROBERTO MALDONADO,
WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,
HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE
AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, Robert Lahey has served as the Executive Director of the West Central Municipal Conference (WCMC) and its partner organizations, West Cook Solid Waste Agency and West Cook Community Development Corporation, since 1997; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lahey has decided to leave the WCMC to pursue other professional avenues; and
WHEREAS, during his five years as the chief administrative officer of WCMC, Robert Lahey has worked with approximately forty municipalities and townships in Cook County; and
WHEREAS, under Mr. Lahey’s leadership, the WCMC has initiated intergovernmental cooperative programs such as the Suburban Purchasing Cooperative, the West Suburban Training Institute and the Police/Fire Testing Consortium and has represented its members’ interests as a legislative advocate at county, state and federal levels.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby extend their appreciation for Robert Lahey’s dedication to the municipalities and townships in west suburban Cook County and wish him well in all his future endeavors; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered for presentation to Robert Lahey as evidence of the esteem in which he is held by this Body and the residents of Cook County.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
_________________________
RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE PETER N. SILVESTRI, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,
ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN,
CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ, ROBERTO MALDONADO,
WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,
HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE
AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, Peter Binder has coached high school football and track and field for twenty-four years; and
WHEREAS, during his tenure at Elmwood Park High School, Peter Binder was the head track and field coach for twenty-one years and coached football for twenty-four years, the last eight as head coach; and
WHEREAS, Peter Binder has chosen to retire from coaching in order to devote more time to his responsibilities as Assistant Principal at Elmwood Park High School; and
WHEREAS, Peter Binder coached his football team to conference championships in 1983 and 1985 and state playoffs in 1991. In his years of coaching track, Coach Binder’s teams were Sectional Champions in 1992 and 1994 and finished 19 consecutive years in the top three in conference competition; and
WHEREAS, Coach Binder has spent nearly two and one-half decades devoted to his athletes and the principles of teamwork and good sportsmanship; and
WHEREAS, throughout his coaching career, Peter Binder has consistently treated the student athletes under his tutelage with compassion and respect and has lead by exemplifying great character and grace in both winning and losing situations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby extend their gratitude to Coach Peter Binder for his dedication to the young athletes of Elmwood Park High School and wish him well in his continuing career of service to the students and the community of Elmwood Park; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered for presentation to Coach Binder as evidence of the esteem in which he is held by this Body and the people of Cook County.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
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RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE PETER N. SILVESTRI, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,
ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN,
CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ, ROBERTO MALDONADO,
WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,
HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE
AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, the Little City Foundation, established in 1959, provides residential and supportive services to individuals with developmental challenges throughout the Chicago metropolitan area; and
WHEREAS, the Little City Foundation Board of Directors is hosting its annual dinner on May 22, 2002 and is honoring Frank J. Wsol as “Board Member of the Year”; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Wsol currently serves as the Secretary and Treasurer of Teamsters’ Local 710 and has been actively involved with the Teamsters for over fifty years; and
WHEREAS, in addition to his dedication to the working men and women of our county, Frank J. Wsol is stanch in his conviction of administering to the needs of adults and children with developmental disabilities; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Wsol and his wife, Florence, are the proud parents of a daughter, Maureen and sons, Michael and Frank, Jr. and the devoted grandparents of Steven, Frank, Brian and Kevin.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby commend Frank J. Wsol for his lifetime of commitment to family and community and congratulate him on this well deserved recognition; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered for presentation to Frank J. Wsol as evidence of the esteem in which he is held by this Body and the residents of Cook County.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
_________________________
RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN P. DALEY, PRESIDENT JOHN H. STROGER, JR.
AND TED LECHOWICZ, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS,
GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,
WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,
HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS,
BOBBIE L. STEELE AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has called from our midst,
Brian O. Shannon
WHEREAS Brian O. Shannon was the beloved husband of Sue (nee Murphy), and
WHEREAS Brian O. Shannon was the loving father of Kerry (Steve) Byrne, Brian, Katie (Mark) Boyle and Jim (Katie), and
WHEREAS Brian O. Shannon was the dearest grandfather of Brendan, Maggie, Grace, Michael, Brian, Abby, Ann, Tess and Mac, and
WHEREAS Brian O. Shannon was the dear brother of Patrick, Peter, Donna Mulchrone, Dan, Sheilamae O'Hara and the late Mary Ann, and
WHEREAS Brian O. Shannon was the fond uncle to many and friend to all he met, and
WHEREAS Brian O. Shannon was fondly called “Bubbles” by all who knew him best, and
WHEREAS all who knew him will attest that Brian “Bubbles” Shannon was a kind and compassionate man, virtuous of character and gentle in spirit, admired and respected by his many friends and neighbors, and dearly loved by his 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 Brian O. Shannon, 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 Brian O. Shannon, that his memory may be so honored and ever cherished.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
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RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE WILLIAM R. MORAN, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,
ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN,
CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ, ROBERTO MALDONADO,
JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY, HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR.,
PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE
AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom, has called from our midst;
Paul Villa Leyva
WHEREAS, Paul Villa Leyva was the beloved husband of Ester (Cuevas) since February 1969; and
WHEREAS, Paul Villa Leyva was the cherished father of Miguel and Erikka; and
WHEREAS, Paul Villa Leyva worked for thirty-one years at the cutting department for Caron Incorporated in Chicago; and
WHEREAS, Paul Villa Leyva entered the armed forces in December 1952; and
WHEREAS, Paul Villa Leyva spent sixteen months in Korea beginning in May 1953; and
WHEREAS, Paul Villa Leyva received his Honorable Discharge in September 1954; and
WHEREAS, Paul Villa Leyva was a member of the Mexican Americans Veterans Association, since 1985 and the Korean War Veterans Association, since 1989; and
WHEREAS, Paul Villa Leyva was the Treasurer of the Mexican American Veterans Association.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President of the Cook County Board and the Board of Commissioners offers its deepest condolences to the family of Paul Villa Leyva; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this text be presented to the family of Paul Villa Leyva that his memory be so honored and ever cherished.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
_________________________
RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE WILLIAM R. MORAN, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,
ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN,
CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ, ROBERTO MALDONADO,
JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY, HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR.,
PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE
AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS Boy Scout Robert Carlton Jackson is a member in good standing of Boy Scout Troop 120 of the Boy Scouts of America at New Faith Baptist Church, and
WHEREAS Robert Carlton Jackson advanced through the ranks of the Boy Scouts, and by so doing has demonstrated perseverance and commitment to the rigors of scouting, and
WHEREAS in the course of dedicated service to his troop, his family and his community, Robert Carlton Jackson has earned numerous Badges of Merit from the Boy Scouts of America, and
WHEREAS Robert Carlton Jackson has demonstrated academic excellence, has maintained a leadership position within the troop, and has capably upheld the Scout Oath of Service to God and Country, and
WHEREAS Robert Carlton Jackson has displayed his exceptional community spirit and sense of civic pride through the organization of his Community Service Project, and
WHEREAS Robert Carlton Jackson has successfully passed the Board of Review and attained the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor in Scouting, and was duly honored and appropriately recognized at the Eagle Court of Honor Ceremony on Sunday, April 14, 2002, in the New Faith Baptist Church.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, that Eagle Scout Robert Carlton Jackson 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 Robert Carlton Jackson to commemorate this significant occasion.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
_________________________
RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN P. DALEY, PRESIDENT JOHN H. STROGER, JR.
AND TED LECHOWICZ, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS,
GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,
WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,
HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS,
BOBBIE L. STEELE AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS the Illinois Police Reserves is a respected law enforcement organization comprised of men and women of varied backgrounds and occupations, who share a common goal of service to their community by assisting law enforcement agencies on a voluntary basis, and
WHEREAS after careful training and instruction under the guidance of certified training personnel, members of the Illinois Police Reserves become uniformed public safety officials, charged with providing supplemental assistance to municipal police departments across the State of Illinois, and
WHEREAS since 1923, the Illinois Police Reserves have served over 50 Illinois communities, and many other law enforcement jurisdictions, including the United States Secret Service, and
WHEREAS in the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 attacks on our nation’s capital and New York City, the Illinois Police Reserves have become a key component in local and regional efforts toward homeland security, and
WHEREAS the following named individuals have completed their training under the aegis of the Illinois Police Reserves Academy, and will participate in a graduation ceremony on April 24, 2002, prior to assuming the sworn duties and responsibilities of an official member of the Illinois Police Reserves:
Johnny Daoud, Juan Duarte, Gregg Fleming, Miguel Flores, Oscar Galarza, Philip Hahn, Roosevelt Kennedy, John Lopez, Tony Nickel, Jorge Padilla, Jose Pelaez, Noe Perez, Kevin Sheehy, Robert Stanko, and Jesus Villafanc.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County that the Board does hereby congratulation the above recruits for successful completion of their training, 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 above members of the Illinois Police Reserves as a symbol of gratitude from the communities within Cook County that they are sworn to protect and serve.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
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RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN P. DALEY, PRESIDENT JOHN H. STROGER, JR.,
TED LECHOWICZ AND ROBERTO MALDONADO, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS,
GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, WILLIAM R. MORAN,
JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY, HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR.,
PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE
AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has called from our midst,
Niza Miranda De Colom
WHEREAS Niza Miranda De Colom (nee Acevedo) was the beloved wife of Andres, and
WHEREAS Niza Miranda De Colom was the loving mother of Alderman Vilma Colom, Adelmees (Tony) Quintana and Janice (Laurence) Kahn, and
WHEREAS Niza Miranda De Colom was the step-mother of Ramsey and Sebastion Colom, and
WHEREAS Niza Miranda De Colom was the dear sister of Pachina and Miranda, and
WHEREAS Niza Miranda De Colom was the dearest grandmother of Francisca Green (Noel Rivera), Omar Otero, Anthony Quintana, Jesus Quintana, Rebecca Kahn and Daniel Kahn, and
WHEREAS Niza Miranda De Colom was the cherished great-grandmother of Nicolette Rivera, Angelique Rivera, Omar Otero, Jr. and Destiny Quintana, and
WHEREAS Niza Miranda De Colom was the fond aunt of many nieces and nephews, and
WHEREAS all who knew her will attest that Niza Miranda De Colom 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 Niza Miranda De Colom, 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 Niza Miranda De Colom, that her memory may be so honored and ever cherished.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
_________________________
RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN P. DALEY, PRESIDENT JOHN H. STROGER, JR.
AND TED LECHOWICZ, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS,
GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,
WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,
HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS,
BOBBIE L. STEELE AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS Lee Lumber and Building Materials will celebrate 50 years in business on Thursday, June 6, 2002, and
WHEREAS Lee Lumber and Building Materials was founded on its present site at 633 West Pershing Road, in a simple storefront surrounded by a white picket fence and a small materials yard, and
WHEREAS from those humble beginnings back in 1952, Lee Lumber and Building Materials has flourished and grown into a major regional supplier for contractors, builders, and homeowners throughout Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana, and
WHEREAS the great success of Lee Lumber and Building Materials in Chicago allowed the opening of a second lumber yard at 3250 North Kedzie in 1988 and a downtown showroom, along with facilities in Highland Park and Merrillville, Indiana, and
WHEREAS as Chicago has grown and built even greater structures, Lee Lumber has been instrumental in all, providing construction materials for such notable projects as McCormick Place, Navy Pier, Comiskey Park, Wrigley Field, the Shedd Aquarium, Field Museum and the Museum of Science and Industry, and
WHEREAS over the years and throughout many changes, Lee Lumber has remained faithful to the vision and philosophy of its founder, Lee Baumgarten, under whose leadership and guidance the company not only succeeded as a commercial enterprise, but as a greatly valued and widely respected member of the community, now therefore
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby congratulate Lee Lumber and Building Materials on its 50th Anniversary, and pays tribute to the nearly 150 present day employees, and the hundreds past, who have built the company into the successful and respected operation it is today, 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 President of Lee Lumber and Building Materials in commemoration of this occasion and in grateful acknowledgment of the important contributions to the economy of Cook County purveyed by Lee Lumber and Building Materials in the course of its business.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
_________________________
RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN P. DALEY, PRESIDENT JOHN H. STROGER, JR.
AND TED LECHOWICZ, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS,
GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,
WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,
HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS,
BOBBIE L. STEELE AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS the Superior Nut & Candy Company has long been a respected institution on Chicago’s South Side, and
WHEREAS since its inception in 1982, the Superior Nut & Candy Company has earned a reputation for excellence as processors and distributors of the highest quality nuts, candy, dried fruit, seeds, chocolate and specialty mixes, and
WHEREAS over the years, the Superior Nut & Candy Company has offered quality service to its customers, thus fueling rapid growth of the business and allowing for a new expansion of the warehouse and production facility, and
WHEREAS today the Superior Nut & Candy Company continues to produce the highest quality products at its state-of-the-art facility in the largest industrial park on Chicago’s South Side, and has been commended for bringing quality jobs to the region, now therefore
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby congratulate the Superior Nut & Candy Company on its 20th Anniversary, and pays tribute to the many employees, past and present, who have built the company into the successful and growing operation it is today, 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 President and Board of Directors of the Superior Nut & Candy Company, in commemoration of this occasion and in grateful acknowledgment of the important contributions to the economy of Cook County purveyed by the Superior Nut & Candy Company in the course of its commerce.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
_________________________
RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN P. DALEY, PRESIDENT JOHN H. STROGER, JR.
AND TED LECHOWICZ, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS,
GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,
WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,
HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS,
BOBBIE L. STEELE AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS on Sunday, May 19, 2002, a special Mass will be celebrated at SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Chicago’s McKinley Park community, and
WHEREAS among the many blessings for which the parishioners of SS. Peter and Paul will offer thanks on that day is that God has so blessed them and sent to them His grace through the good works and benevolence of Reverend Robert J. Roll, Pastor of SS. Peter and Paul, and
WHEREAS Reverend Robert J. Roll was raised in Des Plaines and attended Our Lady of Hope Church, where he served as an alter server for many years, and
WHEREAS Reverend Robert J. Roll was appointed pastor of SS. Peter and Paul on February 1, 1986, and
WHEREAS Reverend Robert J. Roll has previously served as an associate pastor at St. Constance, St. Giles and St. Cornelius parishes, and
WHEREAS Reverend Robert J. Roll is known with great fondness and much affection by all the parishioners of SS. Peter and Paul who have sought his help and spiritual guidance over the years, and
WHEREAS Reverend Robert J. Roll will long be appreciated by the senior citizens of SS. Peter and Paul for his leadership in establishing the Friendship Club, and by the Mexican American members of the parish for establishing the Our Lady of Guadeloupe Society, and
WHEREAS in recognition of his 25 years in the priesthood, and 16 years of outstanding service to the parishioners of SS. Peter and Paul and the community of McKinley Park, the parishioners of SS. Peter and Paul will gather in celebration on the parish grounds after Mass on May 19, 2002, now therefore
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County that the Board does hereby extend its congratulations to Reverend Robert J. Roll for this special recognition, and extends its gratitude on behalf of the community for his outstanding service over the years, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body, and an official copy of same be presented to Reverend Robert J. Roll, to commemorate this joyous occasion.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
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Resolution
Sponsored by
The Honorable Joseph Mario Moreno, County Commissioner
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,
ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN,
CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ, ROBERTO MALDONADO,
WILLIAM R. MORAN, MIKE QUIGLEY, HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR.,
PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE
AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, almighty God in His infinite wisdom has called from our midst;
Sidney J. Taylor (“Sid”)
Born into time March 16, 1923
Passed into eternity April 9, 2002
WHEREAS, the County Board has learned with sorrow of the death of Sidney J. Taylor, age 79, the Co-Founder and Chairman of the Executive Committee for Cole Taylor Bank; and
WHEREAS, Sidney J. Taylor was the dearly beloved husband of Iris A. Taylor (Tark); and
WHEREAS, Sidney J. Taylor was the devoted father of Scott, Jeffrey, Bruce and Cindy (Taylor) Bleil; and
WHEREAS, Sidney J. Taylor was the loving grandfather of Melissa, Emily, Elliott, Brian, Adam, Lisa, Stephanie, Brett, Ryan, Rebecca and Elizabeth; and
WHEREAS, Sidney J. Taylor was the dear son-in-law of the late L. Shirley Tark; and
WHEREAS, Sidney J. Taylor served during World War II in the Army Medical Corps, which sent him to study dentistry at Loyola University; and
WHEREAS, Sidney J. Taylor when asked by L. Shirley Tark, owner of the Main State Bank of Chicago, “would you like to be a banker instead of a tooth yanker” he agreed and began his banking career at Main State Bank as a clerk in 1946; and
WHEREAS, Sidney J. Taylor studied banking at the University of Wisconsin at Madison, where he earned a graduate degree from the School of Business in 1952, and in 1960 became bank President, and in 1994 decided to step away from the day to day management of Cole Taylor Bank; and
WHEREAS, all who knew Sidney J. Taylor will attest that he was a kind and compassionate man, virtuous of character and gentle in spirit, admired and respected by friends, neighbors and relatives.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners does hereby offer its deepest condolences and most heartfelt sympathy to the family and many friends of Sidney J. Taylor, 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 that a suitable copy of same be tendered to the family of Sidney J. Taylor, that his memory may be so honored and ever cherished.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Attest: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
_________________________
RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE PETER N. SILVESTRI, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,
ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN,
TED LECHOWICZ, ROBERTO MALDONADO, WILLIAM R. MORAN,
JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY, HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR.
AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Resolution to the General Assembly to
Amend the Child Labor Law
Providing Relief for Youth Officials, Umpires and Referees
Whereas, the Illinois Child Labor Law (hereafter “the Law”) referred to as (820ILCS 205/1-22) regulates and provides guidelines for the employment of youth under the age of 14; and
Whereas, the Law was designed to protect children from the dangers of industrial employment and the perils of adults taking advantage of a superior position in the workplace; and
Whereas, the Law has been admirably and diligently enforced by the Illinois Department of Labor; and
Whereas, from time to time laws must be reviewed to determine their applicability and relevance to contemporary life; and
Whereas, the Labor Department has interpreted that little leagues and other youth athletic programs cannot utilize the services of boys and girls under the age of 14 in these programs with compensation; and
Whereas, youth officials, referees and umpires play an important role in the administration of these sports programs for youths; and
Whereas, these programs play an important role in providing recreation programs for children; and
Whereas, the opportunity to be paid for participating in these programs serves as an important development tool for young boys and girls in teaching responsibility, developing a work ethic, enhancing community participation and instilling leadership skills in these youths.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved, that the President and the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby promulgate a review of the Law and amendments to same that would exempt government affiliated recreation programs, youth clubs and other not-for-profit organizations from the statutory provisions prohibiting minors ages 12 and 13 from serving as paid officials, referees, umpires and other related positions in youth sport leagues and programs; and
Be It Further Resolved, that the members of the General Assembly are urged to enact statutory amendments to the Law to provide such relief.
Approved and adopted this 23rd day of April 2002.
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JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President
Cook County Board of Commissioners
(S E A L)
Att