September 4, 2003 Resolutions

03-R-335

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

WHEREAS, the National Association of Counties (NACo) was created in 1935 and represents more than 2000 counties nationwide; and

WHEREAS, NACo is the only national organization that represents county governments in the United States and provides legislative, research, technical and public affairs assistance to its members; and

WHEREAS, the NACo Board of Directors requires that any county submitting a proposal to host a future conference be an active member and does so with the understanding and financial commitment to meet the responsibilities outlined in the request for proposal; and

WHEREAS, Cook County has been a member of NACo in good standing for many years and successfully hosted the 1993 annual conference under the leadership of NACo President John H. Stroger, Jr.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the President and Board of Commissioners of the County of Cook, State of Illinois, that the President and Board of Commissioners indicate their support for a request for proposal to host either the 2008 or 2009 NACo Annual Conference; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Cook County will reach out to county, municipal, business, institutional and civic partners in the region and in the state to bring together a team to support and fund the program; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that through these multiple public and private partnerships Cook County government will coordinate and be responsible for all efforts to meet the financial responsibilities of the NACo annual conference.

Approved and adopted this 4th day of September 2003.

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03-R-336

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

WHEREAS, the United Negro College Fund is an educational assistance organization with 39 private, historically black, member colleges and universities; and

WHEREAS, its mission is to raise funds, provide program services, and offer technical assistance to support its member colleges and their students; and

WHEREAS, since its founding, the College Fund has raised more than 1.4 billion dollars for historically black colleges and universities and their students; and

WHEREAS, the College Fund offers more than 400 programs for students, faculty, and member colleges. These program services range from scholarships and curriculum development to college preparation and faculty development; and

WHEREAS, more than 65,000 students currently attend UNCF member colleges. Approximately 90% require financial assistance; 40% are the first in their families to attend college; and 34% are from families with a gross income of less than $25,000.00; and

WHEREAS, to date, more than 350,000 men and women have graduated from UNCF colleges. Historically black colleges and universities have graduated 75% of black Ph.D’s, 85% of black doctors, 46% of black business executives, 50% of black attorneys, and 75% of black military officers; and

WHEREAS, your gift will help UNCF colleges continue to provide quality education at an affordable cost.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners congratulates and supports the efforts of the United Negro College Funds; 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 Midwestern Area Headquarters of the United Negro College Fund.

Approved and adopted this 4th day of September 2003.

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03-R-337

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT

AND JOHN P. DALEY, 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 John J. Houlihan from our midst; and

WHEREAS, John J. Houlihan was a Leo High School graduate and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Accounting from DePaul University; and

WHEREAS, John J. Houlihan was elected to the Illinois House of Representatives in November of 1964, and served in the 74th, 75th, 76th and 77th General Assembly’s, representing the 41st Representative District from January 1965 through January 1973; and

WHEREAS, John J. Houlihan being passionate and dedicated to veteran affairs and served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1942 to 1945. During World War II, he served in the 3rd Marine Division and was stationed in the South Pacific. During the war he saw action and was wounded during the Battle of the Midway and the Invasion of Bouganville. Mr. Houlihan was awarded the Asian Pacific Medal with three Bronze Stars, the Marine Corps Medal and the Purple Heart; and

WHEREAS, John J. Houlihan’s career as a veteran was outstanding and he was honored with Cook County’s First Annual Veteran’s Recognition Award on November 2, 2000, for his dedicated service to our county and continuous advocacy on behalf of all veterans. He served as Administrator for the Illinois Veterans’ Commission, as Director of the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs, and as a Program Analyst for the Veterans Administration in Washington D.C. under President Jimmy Carter. Mr. Houlihan served as Will County’s Chief Executive Officer and Deputy County Treasurer and owned insurance, bookkeeping and income tax service businesses; and

WHEREAS, John J. Houlihan was a life long democrat and his commitment to the Democratic Party is legendary. He served as Committeeman of Monee Township for nine terms and was elected State Central Committeeman for the 17th Congressional District. He was also selected as a Delegate to many Democratic National Conventions. He supported and served under several elected officials; he served in former Illinois Governor Dan Walker’s cabinet, he was a consultant to former Illinois Secretary of State Alan J. Dixon, and worked for former Illinois State Treasurer Pat Quinn and was a longtime Deputy Democratic Committeeman for Worth Township; and

WHEREAS, John J. Houlihan was a man of inspiration to us all. He led the fight to keep the name of Soldier Field for Chicago’s lakefront stadium so that those who have served our country will be forever honored and remembered. He was Superintendent of the Veterans’Assistance Commission of Cook County; and

WHEREAS, John J. Houlihan served the people of this State and County with distinction during his long tenure in public office through his unswerving commitment to public service; and

WHEREAS, with the passing of John J. Houlihan, we have lost a devoted family man, a friend, a brave veteran, and an inspiring public servant, a man with revered heroism and with a life-long passion for love of country and all mankind; and

WHEREAS, with ardent affection by all who have turned to him for help and counsel and most of all friendship, John J. Houlihan lived an extraordinary life and remained devoted to his family up to the time of his passing.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners does hereby express their sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy to the family and loved ones of John J. Houlihan; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered to his wife, Vernal, his children, Maureen, Mike, Bill, Terry, Patty, Dennis and Brendan, as recognition of his good works and the high esteem in which he is regarded by the Members of the Board of Cook County Commissioners and let it also be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body, so that his memory may be so honored and ever cherished.

Approved and adopted this 4th day of September 2003.

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03-R-338

RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

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

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

GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,

JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY,

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

AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

WHEREAS, it is the responsibility of elected officials and the federal government to ensure the safety, quality, reliability and efficiency of our country’s vital transportation network and to preserve our national defense; and

WHEREAS, America needs a balanced, integrated transportation system and the American people need diverse transportation choices; and

WHEREAS, passenger rail is a critical component of a modern, multi-modal transportation system, and needs to have financial support, unified policy development and oversight similar to that afforded to our air, highway and mass transit modes.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County urges Congress and the President of the United States to fully institute the following passenger rail components, which are critical to the future of passenger rail in the United States, within the upcoming reauthorization of the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21) and/or Amtrak Reauthorization legislation:

Establish a dedicated, multi-year federal capital-funding program for intercity passenger rail, patterned after the existing federal highway, airport and mass transit programs.

Establish, as federal policy, a preserved and improved national passenger rail system, a nationwide, interconnected passenger rail system that stimulates higher levels of efficiency, innovation and responsiveness. Direct the Federal Railroad Administration, or another agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation to, with state and local input, develop, fund and oversee this federal policy.

Provide full federal funding of Amtrak to maintain the national network during the period that the new federal plans and policies are being developed. Then, fully fund implementation of the national passenger rail system, with its new efficiencies, innovation and responsiveness, in subsequent years; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered to President George W. Bush, Senate Majority Leader William Frist, Speaker of the House Dennis J. Hastert and members of the United States Congress representing Cook County and also be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body.

Approved and adopted this 4th day of September 2003.

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03-R-339

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

WHEREAS, on June 17, 2003, Carmen Velásquez, Executive Director of Alivio Medical Center, received the Jefferson Award for Public Service at a special ceremony in Washington, D.C.; and

WHEREAS, the American Institute for Public Service presented the award to Ms. Velásquez and 61 others from around the nation; and

WHEREAS, the award recognizes the achievements of individuals who have made a difference in their communities through public service. This year, over 15,000 individuals were nominated for providing innovative service programs and activities that deal with today’s most pressing social issues; and

WHEREAS, the Jefferson Award was founded in 1972 by Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, U.S. Senator Robert Taft, Jr. and Sam Beard to honor individuals for their contributions through community and public service; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Velásquez is one of the founders of Alivio Medical Center, a non-for-profit community health care center serving the predominantly Mexican neighborhoods of Pilsen, Heart of Chicago, Little Village, Back of the Yards, Brighton Park, Armour Square, Archer Heights, Gage Park, South Lawndale, Bridgeport, Lower West Side, McKinley Park and New City in Chicago; and

WHEREAS, Alivio Medical Center opened its doors in 1989 to provide culturally appropriate bilingual, bicultural primary health care services to the underserved, uninsured, working poor individuals and families; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Velásquez is known as a key voice in promoting health care access and community issues such as immigration, education and housing.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners does hereby extend its congratulations to Carmen Velásquez on her receipt of the 2003 Jefferson Award and wishes her the best of luck as she continues to lead efforts to improve and empower the greater Hispanic community; 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 Carmen Velásquez to commemorate this occasion.

Approved and adopted this 4th day of September 2003.

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03-R-340

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, the County of Cook and the Metropolitan Alliance of Police, Chapter 57, entered into Compulsory Interest Arbitration under Section 14 of the Illinois Public Relations Act; and

WHEREAS, an Interest Arbitration Award has been issued concerning unresolved salary issues covering the period of December 1, 2001 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 4th day of September 2003.

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03-R-341

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of Cook County on November 21, 2002 adopted the Annual Appropriation Bill for the Fiscal Year 2003; and

WHEREAS, the Annual Appropriation Bill creates Accounts 490-814, 499-814, 500-814 and 899-814 for Appropriation Adjustments for the Corporate, Public Safety, the County Highway and the County Health Funds.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the wages and salaries of the following positions be fixed as follows:

Hourly Effective

Job Code Job Classification Wage Rate Date

ACCOUNT 490-814

2327 Chief Electrical Inspector $38.70 6-1-03

2348 Chief Plumbing Inspector $40.31 6-1-03

4013 Chief Telecom. Electrician $38.70 6-1-03

2330 Electrical Inspector $36.15 6-1-03

2323 Electrical Plan Examiner $36.15 6-1-03

2381 Motor Vehicle Driver I $26.90 6-1-03

2353 Plumbing Inspector $38.00 6-1-03

2349 Plumbing Plan Examiner $38.00 6-1-03

2379 Telecom. Electrician $33.65 6-1-03

2378 Telecom. Electrician Foreman $36.15 6-1-03

2364 Upholsterer $23.22 6-1-03

2225 Ventilating Inspector $33.37 6-1-03

ACCOUNT 499-814

2336 Architectural Iron Wrkr. $30.85 6-1-03

2335 Arch. Iron Wrkr Foreman $33.60 6-1-03

2311 Bricklayer $30.55 6-1-03

2312 Bricklayer Foreman $32.55 6-1-03

2317 Carpenter $33.32 6-1-03

2318 Carpenter Foreman $35.32 6-1-03

2328 Electrical Equip. Tech. $33.65 6-1-03

2346 Elect. Equip. Tech. Foreman $36.15 6-1-03

2324 Electrician $33.65 6-1-03

2326 Electrician Foreman $36.15 6-1-03

2443 Fireman $27.05 7-1-03

2446 Fireman Helper $25.89 7-1-03

2320 Glazier $29.00 6-1-03

2392 Laborer $29.00 6-1-03

2395 Laborer Foreman $29.75 6-1-03

2321 Lather $33.32 6-1-03

2331 Machinist $33.23 7-1-03

2339 Machinist Foreman $34.98 7-1-03

2431 Marble Polisher $26.83 6-1-03

2334 Master Locksmith $30.85 6-1-03

2445 Mechanical Assistant $27.05 7-1-03

2381 Motor Vehicle Driver I $26.90 6-1-03

2354 Painter $31.35 6-1-03

2356 Painter Foreman $35.27 6-1-03

2342 Pipecoverer $30.45 6-1-03

2368 Pipecoverer Foreman $32.20 6-1-03

2388 Pipecoverer Material Handler $21.32 6-1-03

2389 Pipecoverer Pre-Apprentice $21.32 6-1-03

2361 Plasterer $32.64 6-1-03

2363 Plasterer Helper $29.13 6-1-03

2350 Plumber $36.00 6-1-03

2352 Plumber Foreman $38.00 6-1-03

2365 Printer $26.43 6-7-03

2343 Refrigerator Man $34.00 6-1-03

2344 Steamfitter $34.00 6-1-03

2345 Steamfitter Foreman $36.00 6-1-03

2340 Tinsmith $33.37 6-1-03

2341 Tinsmith Foreman $36.04 6-1-03

HIGHWAY 500-814

2307 Boilermaker/Blacksmith $33.91 7-1-03

2310 Boilermaker/Welder $33.91 7-1-03

2393 Laborer I $29.00 6-1-03

2394 Laborer II $29.35 6-1-03

2396 Laborer Foreman (Hwy) $29.75 6-1-03

2331 Machinist $33.23 7-1-03

2371 Motor Vehicle Driver (RR) $26.90 6-1-03

PROVIDENT HOSPITAL OF COOK COUNTY 899-814

2317 Carpenter $33.32 6-1-03

2324 Electrician $33.65 6-1-03

2328 Elect. Equip. Technician $33.65 6-1-03

2443 Fireman $27.05 7-1-03

2392 Laborer $29.00 6-1-03

2331 Machinist $33.23 7-1-03

2381 Motor Vehicle Driver I $26.90 6-1-03

2354 Painter $31.35 6-1-03

2340 Plumber $36.00 6-1-03

2344 Steamfitter $34.00 6-1-03

2379 Telecommunication Electrician $33.65 6-1-03

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH 899-814

2381 Motor Vehicle Driver I $26.90 6-1-03

AMBULATORY & COMMUNITY HEALTH NETWORK OF COOK COUNTY 899-814

2381 Motor Vehicle Driver I $26.90 6-1-03

BUREAU OF HEALTH SERVICES CORE CENTER 899-814

2392 Laborer $29.00 6-1-03

STROGER HOSPITAL OF COOK COUNTY 899-814

2444 Boilerwasher $27.05 7-1-03

2311 Bricklayer $30.55 6-1-03

2312 Bricklayer Foreman $32.55 6-1-03

2317 Carpenter $33.32 6-1-03

2318 Carpenter Foreman $35.32 6-1-03

2328 Electrical Equip. Tech. $33.65 6-1-03

2324 Electrician $33.65 6-1-03

2326 Electrician Foreman $36.15 6-1-03

2443 Fireman $27.05 7-1-03

2446 Fireman Helper $25.89 7-1-03

2320 Glazier $29.00 6-1-03

2392 Laborer $29.00 6-1-03

2395 Laborer Foreman $29.75 6-1-03

2321 Lather $33.32 6-1-03

2331 Machinist $33.23 7-1-03

2339 Machinist Foreman $34.98 7-1-03

2445 Mechanical Assistant $27.05 7-1-03

2366 Maintenance Worker $23.22 6-1-03

2367 Maintenance Wrkr. Foreman $24.36 6-1-03

2381 Motor Vehicle Driver I $26.90 6-1-03

2382 Motor Vehicle Driver II $27.55 6-1-03

2354 Painter $31.35 6-1-03

2356 Painter Foreman $35.27 6-1-03

2356 Pipecoverer $30.45 6-1-03

2361 Plasterer $32.64 6-1-03

2350 Plumber $36.00 6-1-03

2352 Plumber Foreman $38.00 6-1-03

2344 Steamfitter $34.00 6-1-03

2345 Steamfitter Foreman $36.00 6-1-03

2379 Telecom. Electrician $33.65 6-1-03

2378 Telecom. Elect. Foreman $36.15 6-1-03

2340 Tinsmith $33.37 6-1-03

2341 Tinsmith Foreman $36.04 6-1-03

OAK FOREST HOSPITAL OF COOK COUNTY 899-814

2390 Biomedical Electrical Tech. $33.65 6-1-03

2391 Biomedical Electrical Foreman $36.15 6-1-03

2311 Bricklayer $30.55 6-1-03

2312 Bricklayer Foreman $32.55 6-1-03

2317 Carpenter $33.32 6-1-03

2318 Carpenter Foreman $35.32 6-1-03

2324 Electrician $33.65 6-1-03

2326 Electrician Foreman $36.15 6-1-03

2320 Glazier $29.00 6-1-03

2390 Laborer $29.00 6-1-03

2395 Laborer Foreman $29.75 6-1-03

2331 Machinist $33.23 7-1-03

2339 Machinist Foreman $34.98 7-1-03

2445 Mechanical Assistant $27.05 7-1-03

2381 Motor Vehicle Driver I $26.90 6-1-03

2382 Motor Vehicle Driver II $27.55 6-1-03

2354 Painter $31.35 6-1-03

2356 Painter Foreman $35.27 6-1-03

2342 Pipecoverer $30.45 6-1-03

2368 Pipecoverer Foreman $32.20 6-1-03

2388 Pipecoverer Material Handler $21.32 6-1-03

2389 Pipecoverer Pre-Apprentice $21.32 6-1-03

2350 Plumber $36.00 6-1-03

2352 Plumber Foreman $38.00 6-1-03

2344 Steamfitter $34.00 6-1-03

2345 Steamfitter Foreman $36.00 6-1-03

2340 Tinsmith $33.37 6-1-03

2341 Tinsmith Foreman $36.04 6-1-03

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that $47,296 from Account 490-814, $295,164 from Account 499-814, $134,990 from Account 500-814, and $224,400 from Account 899-814, be provided for these employees.

Approved and adopted this 4th day of September 2003.

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03-R-342

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, it is now necessary to update those persons who are authorized to be the signatories on the aforementioned accounts.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the following name as signatory of the aforesaid checking and/or savings accounts be deleted:

Cynthia T. Henderson, M.D., M.P.H.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following persons are the names of those persons who are authorized to sign checks on the aforementioned checking and/or savings accounts:

Johnny C. Brown, Chief Operating Officer

Sylvia Edwards, Deputy Chief Operating Officer

Walena Valencia, Associate Administrator, Finance

Karen Kreis, Business Manager, Finance

Approved and adopted this 4th day of September 2003.

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03-R-343

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 Margaret E. McKeon from our midst, and

WHEREAS Margaret E. McKeon was the dearly beloved wife of the late Joseph T. McKeon, Sr., and

WHEREAS Margaret E. McKeon was the devoted mother of Lollie L. McKeon, Thomas J. (Gretchen L.) McKeon and the late Joseph T. “Jay” McKeon, Jr., and

WHEREAS Margaret E. McKeon was the loving grandmother of Joseph T. “Jay” McKeon, III and Matthew E. “Matt” McKeon, and

WHEREAS Margaret E. McKeon was the dear sister of Helen Ann Welsh and Kathryn Ann “Kai” (the late Thomas) McGorey, the late Thomas J. (the late Marion) Welsh, Sr., the late James Welsh, the late Jayne (the late John) Todd, the late Edward (the late Rita) Welsh, the late Patrick (the late Joan) Welsh and the late John Welsh, and

WHEREAS Margaret E. McKeon was the fond aunt and great-aunt of many, cherished godmother of Mary Pat Palumbo, Sr., Janet Welsh, James B. Reilly, Jr. and George B. McGorey, and “Grandma Peg” to Beth, Annie, Katie and Carolyn, and

WHEREAS Margaret E. McKeon was known affectionately as “Peg” by her many friends and her beloved relations, and

WHEREAS all who knew her will attest that Peg McKeon 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 Peg McKeon, 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 Margaret E. “Peg” McKeon, that her memory may be so honored and ever cherished.

Approved and adopted this 4th day of September 2003.

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03-R-344

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

WHEREAS, the enticing lure of retirement will soon claim longtime Cook County employee, Lillie Yarber, from our midst; and

WHEREAS, Lillie's work history is a diverse one, a journey that spans from the cotton fields on a farm in Southeast Missouri to the halls of justice in Cook County Government; and

WHEREAS, her first position with County Government was as a clerk of the Office of the Cook County Recorder of Deeds; and

WHEREAS, in 1973, Lillie moved on to a position in the Cook County Clerk of the Circuit Court's Office where she would work for the bulk of her County career, with the exception of time she spent in the Chief Judge's Office; and

WHEREAS, Lillie's solid work ethic paid off resulting in her being promoted to branch manager in the Clerk's Office. In that position, Ms. Yarber supervised all levels of operation in the Misdemeanor Court, Domestic Violence Court, Misdemeanor Jury Court and Felony Court; and

WHEREAS, Lillie Yarber's firm commitment to excellence in public service set a fine example for all to follow and her services will be sorely missed.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the over five million residents of Cook County, does hereby congratulate and thank Lillie Yarber for her many years of dedicated service as she enters the timeless, care-free realm of retirement; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered to Lillie Yarber in recognition of the myriad contributions she has made to Cook County Government.

Approved and adopted this 4th day of September 2003.

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03-R-345

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, Carl Coletti came to the United States at the age of 16 with his father and two younger brothers from Palermo, Sicily; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Coletti first settled in Southern Illinois and worked as a coal miner; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Coletti was introduced to his wife Cecelia and the two relocated from Southern Illinois to Chicago to start a family; and

WHEREAS, the Coletti’s first operated a small grocery and meat market in what is now the Old Town Neighborhood of Chicago and another larger store near Augusta and Ridgeway opened during World War II; and

WHEREAS, in 1949 the Coletti’s bought land in Elmwood Park and made a home there; and

WHEREAS, in 1953, the Coletti’s opened the Elmwood Park Garden Shop and supplied patio items in the summer and Christmas trees in the winter to many Elmwood Park and area residents; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Coletti retired in 1983 and has kept active and involved in his community; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Coletti recently celebrated his milestone 100th birthday with his four generations of family and friends.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Board of Commissioners of Cook County wish to honor Mr. Coletti on his birthday for his long life, great accomplishments and enduring commitment to his family and community; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body and that a copy of same be rendered to Mr. Carl Coletti.

Approved and adopted this 4th day of September 2003.

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03-R-346

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, St. Paul Lutheran Church and school was organized by German farmers on Chicago’s Northwest side in July of 1903; and

WHEREAS, St. Paul’s congregation conducted all services in German until 1922, celebrating the Church’s rich German heritage; and

WHEREAS, a fire in 1939 destroyed the school auditorium and another fire destroyed the entire school twenty years later; and

WHEREAS, the pioneering spirit and dedication of the congregation rebuilt the school in 1960 to continue to serve the educational needs of its members; and

WHEREAS, a new church was dedicated in 1971 to accommodate its increasing membership and to welcome more worshipers to the St. Paul Community; and

WHEREAS, the Church still serves the Northwest side of Chicago with a faithful willingness to give to the community; and

WHEREAS, the same pioneering spirit with which the Church was founded exists today in its worshippers and community members; and

WHEREAS, this Honorable Body takes great pride in honoring institutions that enrich and enhance the community through their ministry and faith.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Board of Commissioners of Cook County wish to honor the St. Paul Lutheran Church and its entire community for their ministry over the past 100 years; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body and that a copy of same be rendered to St. Paul Lutheran Church.

Approved and adopted this 4th day of September 2003.

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03-R-347

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 Roy G. Donovan from our midst, and

WHEREAS Roy G. Donovan was the beloved husband of best friend Dorothy Donovan (nee Schmiederer), and

WHEREAS Roy G. Donovan was the loving father of Thomas (Vita), the late Patricia (the late Raymond) Gaglione, Dorothy (Maurice) Sullivan, John (Karen) and David (Peggy) Donovan, and

WHEREAS Roy G. Donovan was the cherished grandfather of 16; great-grandfather of 21, and

WHEREAS Roy G. Donovan was the dear brother of the late Thomas, the late Mary (the late Clem) Hohmer, the late George (Louise), the late Joseph Donovan, and the fond uncle of many nieces and nephews, and

WHEREAS all who knew him will attest that Roy G. Donovan 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 Roy G. Donovan, 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 Roy G. Donovan, that his memory may be so honored and ever cherished.

Approved and adopted this 4th day of September 2003.

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03-R-348

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 Peter L. Naujokas from our midst, and

WHEREAS Peter L. Naujokas was the beloved husband of Theresa "Rose" (nee Konrath), and

WHEREAS Peter L. Naujokas was the dear father of Peter (Rolaine) and Richard (Judy), and

WHEREAS Peter L. Naujokas was the loving grandfather of Mark (Lisa), Lynn (Mark) Severin, Angela, Patricia (James Morici), Richard and Frank Adam, and

WHEREAS Peter L. Naujokas was the caring great grandfather of Taylor, Austin, Olivia, Kobi, James III and Mathew Peter, and

WHEREAS Peter L. Naujokas was the fond brother of Frank, Sr. M. Leona, Charles and Monica, and

WHEREAS all who knew him will attest that Peter L. Naujokas 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 Peter L. Naujokas, 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 Peter L. Naujokas, that his memory may be so honored and ever cherished.

Approved and adopted this 4th day of September 2003.

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03-R-349

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

WHEREAS, with the impending retirement of Bea Sumlin, Cook County Government will soon lose one of its most dynamic, affable and dedicated employees; and

WHEREAS, with more than 31 years in County Government, Ms. Sumlin excelled in every position she accepted over the range of her illustrious career; and

WHEREAS, her first position with the County was in the Sheriff’s Office where she worked as Deputy Sheriff. She also worked in the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office where she was one of the first Victim Witness Specialists; and

WHEREAS, Bea Sumlin is the consummate professional whose kind demeanor and commitment to public service will be sorely missed; and

WHEREAS, in the “timeless arena” called retirement, Ms. Sumlin will have ample time to do whatever her heart desires, particularly activities related to her position as Committeeman of the Eighth Ward Regular Democratic Organization.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the more than five million residents of Cook County, does hereby congratulate and thank Ms. Bea Sumlin for the more than three decades of exemplary service she provided to Cook County Government and sends best wishes as she enters the care-free, boundless realm of retirement; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered to Bea Sumlin in recognition of the myriad contributions she has made to Cook County Government.

Approved and adopted this 4th day of September 2003.

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