September 8, 2004 Resolutions

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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, 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

RECOGNIZING PROSTATE CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

WHEREAS, one in every six men will get prostate cancer sometime in his lifetime; and

WHEREAS, prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed non-skin cancer among American men; and

WHEREAS, African-American men are at special risk for the disease. They have the highest rate of prostate cancer in the world, 60 percent higher than in white males and double the mortality rate; and

WHEREAS, prostate cancer will take the lives of almost 30,000 men this year from all races and ethnic groups; and

WHEREAS, prostate cancer can be detected early through a simple blood test; and

WHEREAS, all men over 50 and African-American men 40 and over should be screened annually for prostate cancer; and

WHEREAS, the Cook County Department of Public Health, which works to prevent illness, disability and death, offers prostate cancer screenings at clinics throughout suburban Cook County and at health fairs and outreach sites; and

WHEREAS, the Month of September has been designated Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Cook County Board of Commissioners, in recognition of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, strongly encourage all men to take care of themselves as well as their loved ones, by taking a simple blood screening that lasts less than 10 minutes and could save one's life. The Board also encourages physicians to routinely offer prostate cancer testing to men who have a family history of prostate cancer, as they are more at-risk for the disease. Finally, the importance of early detection cannot be overemphasized and men should not neglect their health, but rather make their health a top priority.

Approved and adopted this 8th day of September 2004.

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RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE MIKE QUIGLEY, PRESIDENT JOHN H. STROGER, JR.,

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,

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

LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

COOK COUNTY PROPERTY TAX APPEAL ACCESSIBILITY RESOLUTION

A RESOLUTION TO ENCOURAGE THE COOK COUNTY ASSESSOR AND THE COOK COUNTY BOARD OF REVIEW TO MAXIMIZE THEIR USE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TO INCREASE THE PUBLIC’S UNDERSTANDING OF THE PROPERTY TAX SYSTEM

WHEREAS, the public sector’s expanded use of technology to share information with taxpayers promotes transparency and accountability in government and creates more open and fair processes; and

WHEREAS, in Cook County, the increased posting of information about the assessment, tax incentive, tax exemption and appeal processes on the Internet, combined with the ready availability of the Internet in homes, offices and at public libraries is helping the taxpaying public develop a greater understanding of the process; and

WHEREAS, the Cook County Assessor’s Office has demonstrated that information currently available on their website serves as a valuable and utilized resource for Cook County taxpayers, and are in the process of completing the placement of all assessment-related information on their website; and

WHEREAS, a thorough county effort to cultivate understanding of the process and to reassure the taxpaying public of the fairness and impartiality of the property tax system must include disclosure of the property tax process in its entirety, including information about the property tax appeal process; and

WHEREAS, the posting of information about property tax appeals will reassure the public that individuals and industry alike are treated fairly and equally throughout the process and that judgments on taxpayers’ appeals are made on the merits and without consideration of private gain.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners call upon the Cook County Assessor and the Cook County Board of Review to post thorough and complete information about the property tax appeal process on the Internet, including the following:

1. The basis of the taxpayer’s appeal;

2. The result of the appeal;

3. The justification for the reduction or the denial of the reduction of the assessment;

4. The name of the attorney or tax assistant preparing the appeal at the Board of Review level.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Cook County Assessor and Board of Review shall make every effort to post such information on the Internet, in a clear and readily identifiable manner before the close of the current triennial reassessment cycle.

Approved and adopted this 8th day of September 2004.

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RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners has the legal authority to authorize its departments and offices to open and maintain checking and savings accounts at various banks; and

WHEREAS, it is now necessary to update those persons who are authorized to be signers on the account.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the N.O.W. Account #0074938901 at Seaway National Bank be updated; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following are the names of those persons who are authorized to wire or otherwise transfer and/or invest funds from the depository account to approved investment vehicles:

1. Thomas J. Glaser, Chief Financial Officer

2. Walter K. Knorr, County Comptroller

3. Maria Pappas, County Treasurer

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following name as signer on the account shall be deleted:

1. John F. Chambers, Comptroller (retired)

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Auditor be directed to audit the checking accounts of said institution at the close of each Fiscal Year or at anytime she sees fit, and to file report(s) thereon with the Cook County Board.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any funds drawn on said checking or savings accounts for deposit with the County Treasurer shall be transmitted to the Cook County Comptroller with an itemization of collections and designation of the account in the Office of the Comptroller.

Approved and adopted this 8th day of September 2004.

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RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, a Collective Bargaining Agreement between the County of Cook, the Coalition of Unionized Public Employees (COUPE) and the County of Cook/Sheriff of Cook County (as Joint Employers) has been negotiated for the period of December 1, 2003 through November 30, 2006.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this union agreement be approved by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.

Approved and adopted this 8th day of September 2004.

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RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of Cook County on February 24, 2004 adopted the Annual Appropriation Bill for the Fiscal Year 2004; 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 39.85 6-7-04

4013 Chief Telecom. Electrician 39.85 6-7-04

2330 Electrical Inspector 37.25 6-7-04

2323 Electrical Plan Examiner 37.25 6-7-04

2379 Telecom. Electrician 34.65 6-7-04

2378 Telecom. Electrician Foreman 37.25 6-7-04

2364 Upholsterer 23.92 6-1-04

2225 Ventilating Inspector 36.07 6-1-04

ACCOUNT 499-814

2336 Architectural Iron Worker 32.30 6-1-04

2335 Architectural Iron Worker Foreman 35.05 6-1-04

2317 Carpenter 34.32 6-1-04

2318 Carpenter Foreman 36.32 6-1-04

2328 Electrical Equip. Technician 34.65 6-7-04

2346 Electrical Equip. Tech. Foreman 37.25 6-7-04

2324 Electrician 34.65 6-7-04

2326 Electrician Foreman 37.25 6-7-04

2329 Electrical Mechanic 34.65 6-7-04

2443 Fireman 27.86 7-1-04

2446 Fireman Helper 26.67 7-1-04

2320 Glazier 30.00 6-1-04

2321 Lather 34.32 6-1-04

2365 Lead Printer 27.27 6-7-04

2331 Machinist 34.54 7-1-04

2339 Machinist Foreman 36.29 7-1-04

2334 Master Locksmith 32.30 6-1-04

2445 Mechanical Assistant 27.86 7-1-04

2451 Operating Engineer I 33.47 7-1-04

2452 Operating Engineer II 35.14 7-1-04

2453 Operating Engineer III 36.82 7-1-04

2454 Operating Engineer IV 43.51 7-1-04

2354 Painter 32.10 6-1-04

2356 Painter Foreman 36.11 6-1-04

2342 Pipecoverer 31.65 6-1-04

2368 Pipecoverer Foreman 33.40 6-1-04

2388 Pipecoverer Material Handler 22.16 6-1-04

2389 Pipecoverer Pre-Apprentice 22.16 6-1-04

2343 Refrigerator Man 35.00 6-1-04

2372 Road Equipment Operator 35.25 6-1-04

2359 Sign Painter (Shopman) 29.52 1-1-04

2344 Steamfitter 35.00 6-1-04

2345 Steamfitter Foreman 37.00 6-1-04

2340 Tinsmith 33.40 6-1-04

2341 Tinsmith Foreman 36.07 6-1-04

ACCOUNT 500-814

2307 Boilermaker/Blacksmith 35.07 7-1-04

2310 Boilermaker/Welder 35.07 7-1-04

2331 Machinist 34.54 7-1-04

2372 Road Equipment Operator 35.25 6-1-04

2373 Road Equipment Operator (MM) 38.80 6-1-04

2376 Road Equipment Operator (MMF) 39.80 6-1-04

PROVIDENT HOSPITAL OF COOK COUNTY 899-814

2317 Carpenter 34.32 6-1-04

2324 Electrician 34.65 6-7-04

2328 Electrical Equip. Technician 34.65 6-7-04

2443 Fireman 27.86 7-1-04

2331 Machinist 34.54 7-1-04

2451 Operating Engineer I 33.47 7-1-04

2452 Operating Engineer II 35.14 7-1-04

2453 Operating Engineer III 36.82 7-1-04

2354 Painter 32.10 6-1-04

2344 Steamfitter 35.00 6-1-04

2379 Telecommunication Electrician 34.65 6-7-04

STROGER HOSPITAL OF COOK COUNTY 899-814

2444 Boiler Washer 27.86 7-1-04

2317 Carpenter 34.32 6-1-04

2318 Carpenter Foreman 36.32 6-1-04

2328 Electrical Equip. Technician 34.65 6-7-04

2324 Electrician 34.65 6-7-04

2326 Electrician Foreman Fireman 37.25 6-7-04

2443 Fireman 27.86 7-1-04

2446 Fireman Helper 26.67 7-1-04

2320 Glazier 30.00 6-1-04

2321 Lather 34.32 6-1-04

2331 Machinist 34.54 7-1-04

2339 Machinist Foreman 36.29 7-1-04

2366 Maintenance Worker 23.92 6-1-04

2367 Maintenance Worker Foreman 25.09 6-1-04

2445 Mechanical Assistant 27.86 7-1-04

2451 Operating Engineer I 33.47 7-1-04

2452 Operating Engineer II 35.14 7-1-04

2453 Operating Engineer III 36.82 7-1-04

2354 Painter 32.10 6-1-04

2356 Painter Foreman 36.11 6-1-04

2342 Pipecoverer 31.65 6-1-04

2344 Steamfitter 35.00 6-1-04

2345 Steamfitter Foreman 37.00 6-1-04

2379 Telecom. Electrician 34.65 6-7-04

2378 Telecom. Electrician Foreman 37.25 6-7-04

2340 Tinsmith 33.40 6-1-04

2341 Tinsmith Foreman 36.07 6-1-04

OAK FOREST HOSPITAL OF COOK COUNTY 899-814

2390 Biomedical Electrical Technician 34.65 6-7-04

2391 Biomedical Electrical Foreman 37.25 6-7-04

2317 Carpenter 34.32 6-1-04

2318 Carpenter Foreman 36.32 6-1-04

2324 Electrician 34.65 6-7-04

2326 Electrician Foreman 37.25 6-7-04

2320 Glazier 30.00 6-1-04

2331 Machinist 34.54 7-1-04

2339 Machinist Foreman 36.29 7-1-04

2445 Mechanical Assistant 27.86 7-1-04

2451 Operating Engineer I 33.47 7-1-04

2452 Operating Engineer II 35.14 7-1-04

2453 Operating Engineer III 36.82 7-1-04

2354 Painter 32.10 6-1-04

2356 Painter Foreman 36.11 6-1-04

2342 Pipecoverer 31.65 6-1-04

2368 Pipecoverer Foreman 33.40 6-1-04

2388 Pipecoverer Material Handler 22.16 6-1-04

2389 Pipecoverer Pre-Apprentice 22.16 6-1-04

2344 Steamfitter 35.00 6-1-04

2345 Steamfitter Foreman 37.00 6-1-04

2340 Tinsmith 33.40 6-1-04

2341 Tinsmith Foreman 36.07 6-1-04

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that $34,898.00 from Account 490-814, $357,377.00 from Account 499-814, $63,481.00 from Account 500-814, and $193,768.00 from Account 899-814, be provided for these employees.

Approved and adopted this 8th day of September 2004.

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RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners has the legal authority to authorize its departments and offices to open and maintain checking and savings accounts at various banks; and

WHEREAS, it is now necessary to update those persons who are authorized to be signatories on the checking account of the Social Service Department and the Circuit Court of Cook County.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the checking account at Pullman Bank for the following purpose of depositing and disbursing fees and restitution payments be updated; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following are the names of those persons who are authorized to sign checks, wire or otherwise transfer funds from the Social Service Department, Circuit Court of Cook County to other County of Cook bank accounts:

1. Jesus Reyes, Director

2. Carol M. Geirut, Executive Administrator

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following named person heretofore authorized to transfer funds and sign checks be deleted:

1. Carol M. Geirut

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following additional named person shall be authorized to transfer funds and sign checks:

1. Vanessa Whitehead, Deputy Director of Human Resources and Administration

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Auditor be directed to audit the checking account of said institution at the close of each fiscal year or at anytime she sees fit, and to file report(s) thereon with the Cook County Board.

Approved and adopted this 8th day of September 2004.

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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,

FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,

ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,

JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,

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

BOBBIE L. STEELE AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

WHEREAS, on August 14, 2004, Harry V. Roberts was called from our midst at the age of 81; and

WHEREAS, Harry V. Roberts was married to June with whom he raised two children and five grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, throughout his 46-year career as a professor at the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business, Dr. Roberts earned a reputation as a respected scholar, caring teacher and colleague; and

WHEREAS, Harry V. Roberts earned his undergraduate degree in business from the University of Chicago in 1943; and

WHEREAS, Harry V. Roberts served in the Fourth Armored Division in France and Belgium in World War II before he was captured during the Battle of the Bulge and held until the end of the war; and

WHEREAS, after the war Harry V. Roberts returned to the University of Chicago and earned an MBA with honors in 1947; and

WHEREAS, Harry V. Roberts began to teach statistics at the University of Chicago in 1949 and earned a PhD while teaching, and becoming a full professor in 1959; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Roberts was an enthusiastic early advocate of using computers in statistical analysis and developed a statistical package in the late 1960s; and

WHEREAS, toward the end of his career Dr. Roberts helped develop a curriculum in Total Quality Management; and

WHEREAS, in 1996, the University of Chicago named Dr. Roberts the Sigmund E. Edelstone Professor Emeritus of Statistics and Quality Management; and

WHEREAS, in 2002, the Chicago chapter of the American Statistical Association named an award in Dr. Roberts honor; and

WHEREAS, Harry V. Roberts was an avid athlete, competing in numerous marathons and triathlons; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby express its sorrow at the passing of Harry V. Roberts, and extends its deepest sympathies to the family of this great man, who served his country and contributed greatly to his community.

Approved and adopted this 8th day of September 2004.

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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,

FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,

ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,

JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,

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

BOBBIE L. STEELE AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

WHEREAS, on August 24, 2004 Mary Jane Wessell was called from our midst at the age of 83; and

WHEREAS, Mary Jane Wessell was a co-owner of the Journal & Topics Newspapers for 56 years with her husband the late Richard Wessell, Jr.; and

WHEREAS, during her long career Mary Jane Wessell was head bookkeeper, social editor and travel editor of the newspaper; and

WHEREAS, Mary Jane and Richard Wessell raised a family of six children and thirteen grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, as a young girl Mary Jane Wessell knew that she wanted to work for a newspaper; and

WHEREAS, Mary Jane Wessell wrote for the school newspaper at Lake Forest College where she met her future husband Richard; and

WHEREAS, Mary Jane and Richard Wessell bought the Des Plaines Journal shortly after the end of World War II, which has now become sixteen individual newspapers; and

WHEREAS, Mary Jane Wessell became actively involved in the community over the next five decades as a member of the Ladies of the Elks and a Sunday School teacher at the First Methodist Church of Des Plaines; and

WHEREAS, Mary Jane Wessell loved to travel and was invited to join premier travel writing organizations, the Society of American Travel Writers and the Midwest Travel Writers Association; and

WHEREAS, Mary Jane Wessell continued to work at the paper through the 1990s, now therefore,

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby express its sorrow at the passing of Mary Jane Wessell, and extends its deepest sympathies to the family of this wonderful woman who contributed so much to the community in her long and generous life.

Approved and adopted this 8th day of September 2004.

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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,

FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,

ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,

JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,

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

BOBBIE L. STEELE AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

WHEREAS, Chester and Evelyn Swietek celebrated their 50th Anniversary on August 14, 2004; and

WHEREAS, they have been living in the Village of Mount Prospect for 36 years; and

WHEREAS, they are currently retired in Mount Prospect and enjoy traveling; and

WHEREAS, they have three daughters, four grandchildren and one on the way this November; and

WHEREAS, Chester Swietek served honorably in the United States Marine Corps for three years; and

WHEREAS, Evelyn Swietek has been an election judge for twenty years, now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby congratulate Chester and Evelyn Swietek on the occasion on their 50th Wedding Anniversary, and wishes them many more years of happiness.

Approved and adopted this 8th day of September 2004.

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RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE JERRY BUTLER, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

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

FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,

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

ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,

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

BOBBIE L. STEELE AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

WHEREAS, Joseph was born Joseph Frank Roberts in Chicago, Illinois on Saturday, October 1, 1904; and

WHEREAS, in 1925 Joseph was joined in holy matrimony to Juanita Williams (deceased) and celebrated 70 blessed years of marriage; and

WHEREAS, through this union three children were born, Edith, Joseph Jr. and Kenneth (all deceased), and two grandchildren Gregory and Anna Marie; and

WHEREAS, Joseph has worked in the City of Chicago and the Hyde Park area as a plumber, handyman and house repair consultant. He has been a Hyde Park resident for over 50 years, and has always been sought to give historical information about the various neighborhoods in Chicago; and

WHEREAS, on Saturday, October 2, 2004 a celebration to honor Joseph F. Robert’s one-hundredth birthday will be held at the Hyde Park Union Church, Chicago, Illinois; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, that we, the President and Commissioners of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, gathered here this September 8, 2004, do hereby offer our hearty congratulations to Joseph F. Roberts on the occasion of his one-hundredth birthday; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be placed in the official proceedings of this Honorable Body and a suitable copy of this Resolution be prepared and presented to Joseph F. Roberts.

Approved and adopted this 8th day of September 2004.

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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, on Sunday, September 12, 2004, a special celebration will be held to honor the Reverend James E. Hollins, Sr., Pastor of the Revealing Missionary Baptist Church in Chicago; and

WHEREAS, among the many blessings for which the members of the Revealing Missionary Baptist Church 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 Hollins; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Hollins was raised in Arkansas and came to Chicago with his family as a young man, where he was called into the service of Our Lord, Jesus Christ in 1958; and

WHEREAS, in 1970, James Hollins married his wife, Brenda and together the couple has raised seven children in a loving and nurturing home filled with God’s grace and light; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Hollins established the Revealing Missionary Baptist Church in 1974; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Hollins is known with great fondness and much affection by all the members of the Revealing Missionary Baptist Church who have sought his help and spiritual guidance over the years; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Hollins will long be appreciated by his faith community for his leadership in establishing a Community Service Center and After School Program, for his youth ministry, and the annual Community Festival; and

WHEREAS, in recognition of his 30 years as pastor, and lifetime of outstanding service to his brothers and sisters in Christ, the congregation of the Revealing Missionary Baptist Church will gather in celebration at Rosewood West in Crestwood, Illinois, on September 12, 2004; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County that the Board does hereby extend its congratulations to Reverend James E. Hollins, Sr., 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 Hollins, to commemorate this joyous occasion.

Approved and adopted this 8th day of September 2004.

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RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

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

AND JERRY BUTLER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Co-Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE 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 Thomas Everett Rand from our midst; and

WHEREAS, Thomas Everett Rand was the son of Goree and Sadie Cole Rand; and

WHEREAS, Thomas Everett Rand was the proud father of Everett, Timothy and the late Tyrone; and

WHEREAS, Thomas Everett Rand was the loving husband of Jenny; and

WHEREAS, Thomas Everett Rand was previously the devoted husband of the late Maude; and

WHEREAS, Thomas Everett Rand will be fondly remembered by his grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews and cousins; and

WHEREAS, Thomas Everett Rand was a graduate of Philander Smith College in Little Rock, Arkansas; and

WHEREAS, Thomas Everett Rand answered the call to duty in the Second World War, and defended his country as a Sergeant in the United States Army; and

WHEREAS, Thomas Everett Rand was a successful businessman, and his great success allowed him the opportunity to offer numerous contributions to the betterment of his community; and

WHEREAS, Thomas Everett Rand will long be remembered as a brilliant entrepreneur, generous philanthropist, and tireless advocate for civil rights; and

WHEREAS, all who knew him will attest that Thomas Everett Rand 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 Thomas Everett Rand, 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 Thomas Everett Rand, that his memory may be so honored and ever cherished.

Approved and adopted this 8th day of September 2004.

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RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE GREGG GOSLIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

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

FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,

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

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

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

AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

HONORING GLENVIEW BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR HELEN GALLAGHER

WHEREAS, the Glenview Chamber of Commerce’s Business Person of the Year Award is given to a member for outstanding achievements in promoting the image of the Glenview business community; and

WHEREAS, the Glenview Chamber of Commerce has named Helen Gallagher the 2004 Business Person of the Year, the Chambers’ most prestigious award; and

WHEREAS, as owner of Computer Clarity, a Glenview-based computer consulting business since 1996, Helen Gallagher has helped hundreds of people increase their computer literacy, develop computer skills and move ahead in technology; and

WHEREAS, Helen Gallagher has been a member of the Glenview Chamber of Commerce since 1996, serving on the Board for 6 years, including one year as treasurer; and

WHEREAS, Helen Gallagher designed the Glenview Chamber’s first web site and currently heads the Chamber’s Technology Alliance which has conducted many free computer training workshops at the chamber; and

WHEREAS, Helen Gallagher has also used her talents to conduct training for the Small Business Development Office of several local colleges; and

WHEREAS, Helen Gallagher has volunteered many hours to local charities, providing valuable technology assistance to organizations that can’t afford support personnel.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and the Board of Commissioners does hereby recognize and congratulate Helen Gallagher for earning this prestigious award; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be tendered to Helen Gallagher in honor of her outstanding contributions in promoting the Glenview business community.

Approved and adopted this 8th day of September 2004.

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RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

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

FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,

GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,

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

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

AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

WHEREAS, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has taken from our midst Lance Corporal Vincent Sullivan, born into life on December 15, 1980, born into eternity on July 24, 2004; and

WHEREAS, Vincent was the beloved husband of Erika, and loving son of Michael and Susan, a cherished brother to Brian and Robert, and dear nephew of Illinois State Senator Dave Sullivan; and

WHEREAS, Vincent was born in the Chicago area and spent his childhood in Western Springs before moving to New Jersey were he attended high school and college; and

WHEREAS, Vincent who enlisted in the United States Marine Corp, was a Lance Corporal assigned to the 24th Stay Platoon Weapons Company, in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina; and

WHEREAS, Vincent had served in Iraq before the initial invasion, and was on his second tour of duty in Iraq; and

WHEREAS, Vincent who felt that he needed to fight for our country and the values we believe in, was killed in a conflict just west of Baghdad; and

WHEREAS, Vincent will greatly be missed and his family, friends and community will truly feel the loss of his presence amongst them.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners expresses their sadness and sincere condolences to the family and friends of Lance Corporal Vincent Sullivan; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the text of this Resolution be spread across the official text of the journal of proceedings of this Honorable Body and that a suitable copy hereof be tendered to the family of Vincent Sullivan.

Approved and adopted this 8th day of September 2004.

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RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

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

COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Co-Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE 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, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has called one of Cook County Government's most talented and dedicated employees, David S. Canter, from our midst; and

WHEREAS, for the last seven years of his career in public service, David worked with the Cook County Commission on Human Rights applying his legal training and lifelong commitment to civil rights to what he called "the best job" he ever had; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Canter brought compassion and a genuine desire to help improve the lives of others to County Government. David Canter was always concerned about the welfare of his colleagues and the people he felt privileged to serve; and

WHEREAS, understated by nature, Mr. Canter never boasted about the high profile campaigns he worked on, the newspapers he published, or the fact that he served as a top advisor to some of Chicago's most well-known and influential political icons; and

WHEREAS, widely admired for his political and social activism, Mr. Canter was a staunch advocate of demystifying the political process and constantly stressed the profound importance of exercising a person's right to vote; and

WHEREAS, David Canter brought his keen intellect, tenacity and boundless energy to every endeavor he undertook. His presence in County Government was a blessing because he had a fundamental grasp of the concept of mutual respect and always sought to ensure that people were treated fairly; and

WHEREAS, even as David's health failed, his passion for politics and social justice never waned; and

WHEREAS, with the passing of David S. Canter, we have lost a gifted attorney who used his diverse talents to empower disenfranchised groups in an effort to ensure equal opportunity for all. Mr. Canter's tireless commitment to justice and his rich legacy of accomplishment will serve as a source of inspiration for generations to come.

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 express its deepest condolences and most heartfelt sympathy to the family as well as the many friends and loved ones of David S. Canter; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered to the family of David S. Canter so that his rich legacy may be so honored and ever cherished.

Approved and adopted this 8th day of September 2004.

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RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

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

FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,

GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,

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

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

AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

IN REMEMBRANCE OF JOSEPH K. RUSIN

AUGUST 17, 1945 – AUGUST 27, 2004

WHEREAS, Joseph “Joe” K. Rusin was employed by the Cook County Department of Purchasing since 1991; and

WHEREAS, Joe Rusin was an exemplary employee throughout his career, who excelled in perfecting purchasing contracts for countless vendors who provide services for the people of Cook County; and

WHEREAS, Joe Rusin possessed a thorough knowledge of the Cook County purchasing ordinance and procedures and was, thereby, valuable and resourceful for many who sought him for assistance and guidance; and

WHEREAS, Joe was appreciated by his fellow purchasing agents for his willingness to work with them, to pitch in to solve problems and to lend his support and wisdom of experience; and

WHEREAS, as a demonstration of their appreciation for Joe Rusin, the entire purchasing department came to his assistance during his illness, one providing him with a place to stay near his frequent therapy visits, some taking turns transporting him to those visits, others calling on his wife, Sandy, and tending to his family’s needs, visiting him at home, celebrating with him and his family on special occasions, throwing impromptu parties to lighten his and his family’s spirits during a time of tremendous concern for his health and his family’s well being; and

WHEREAS, Joe Rusin was deeply loved by those who knew him and found that he reciprocated in kindness, understanding and care for others throughout his life; and

WHEREAS, Joe was the loving husband of Sandy, loving father of Kelly (Kenneth) Alvers and Joey; cherished grandfather of Carly Alvers; beloved son of Joseph E. (the late Eve); dear brother of Gerry Wojtas and Barbara Rusin; and is survived by many close friends and relatives; and

WHEREAS, Joseph K. Rusin will be sadly missed for all the joy, good deeds and kindnesses that he brought to this life and freely shared.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Members of this Honorable Body does extend its sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family of Joseph K. Rusin in the knowledge that, with his passing, many fond memories of his life and work will remain for time immemorial; and

Approved and adopted this 8th day of September 2004.

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RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

THE HONORABLE GREGG GOSLIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Co-Sponsored by

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

FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,

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

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

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

AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

HONORING GRACE LEE FOR HER DEDICATION TO NORTHFIELD TOWNSHIP

WHEREAS, Grace Lee has been an integral part of Northfield Township for several decades serving the township in various capacities; and

WHEREAS, Grace Lee was elected to two terms as Supervisor of Northfield Township and served from 1973 to 1981; and

WHEREAS, prior to her election as Northfield Township Supervisor Grace Lee was elected as a Northfield Township Trustee; and

WHEREAS, Grace Lee has served as Executive Director of the Township Officials of Cook County (TOCC) for more than 22 years; and

WHEREAS, Grace Lee and her late husband Robert were very active and dedicated to the Republican Party; and

WHEREAS, Grace Lee served as a precinct captain and area chairman for the Northfield Township Republican Organization; and

WHEREAS, Grace Lee and her husband raised four children, three daughters and a son in Northbrook; and

WHEREAS, Grace Lee will be leaving Northbrook and Northfield Township to be near her three daughters in California.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby recognize Grace Lee for her dedication to the people of Northfield Township and the political process.

Approved and adopted this 8th day of September 2004.

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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 Georgie “Gigi” Nicks from our midst; and

WHEREAS, Georgie “Gigi” Nicks was the devoted mother of Sophia and Jabari; and

WHEREAS, Georgie “Gigi” Nicks was the fond sister of Irene Gandy, Juanita Tipton, Debra Porter, George Whitehead, Dean Whitehead, Tommie Jones and LeMar Jones; and

WHEREAS, Georgie “Gigi” Nicks was born in Cleveland, Mississippi, and moved to Chicago where she began her long career as a philanthropist and community activist; and

WHEREAS, Georgie “Gigi” Nicks personal battle with AIDS began when she first contracted the virus in 1990, and her struggle against the disease launched her into a new role as a leader in the fight to obtain better healthcare for HIV patients; and

WHEREAS, Georgie “Gigi” Nicks was a key member of Chicago’s first HIV Committee, and a member of numerous prevention groups; and

WHEREAS, Georgie “Gigi” Nicks was a founding Board member of the AIDS Alliance for Children, Youth, and Families, and was often sought as a keynote speaker at events around the country; and

WHEREAS, Georgie “Gigi” Nicks will long be remembered as a tireless and fearless advocate for HIV patients in her role as Director of Patient Advocacy for the Ruth M. Rothstein Core Center of Cook County; 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 Georgie “Gigi” Nicks, 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 Georgie “Gigi” Nicks, that her memory may be so honored and ever cherished.

Approved and adopted this 8th day of September 2004.

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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, 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, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has called one of our nation’s legendary African-American entrepreneurs from our midst, Paul Joseph King, Sr.; and

WHEREAS, born in 1915, and faced with the death of his father at just the age of three, Paul learned early in life that life is not always fair; and

WHEREAS, after the passing of his father, Paul, along with his mother, Olivia, and twin sister, Marie, moved to Chicago and settled on the city’s South Side; and

WHEREAS, the relocation sparked a rich legacy of hands-on community involvement and civic leadership that endures to this day. Moreover, it also planted the seeds for a relentless work ethic and astute entrepreneurship in Paul; and

WHEREAS, when Paul’s widowed mother married Charles Brown, Sr., the family expanded, with Paul gaining three additional siblings: Charles Brown, Jr., Janet Brown and Vernon Brown. Paul’s position as the eldest son in a large family contributed to his drive to be successful, for he felt that it was his obligation to contribute to the family’s livelihood; and

WHEREAS, history would be made in 1935 when, at the age just twenty, Mr. King founded P.K. Produce, Chicago’s first African-American owned produce company. The demands mental and physical were Herculean, requiring Paul to be “up and running” at 3:00 am each morning to purchase fruits and vegetables from select farmers in Northern Indiana and from Chicago’s South Water Market. The produce would be sold to households and stores on Chicago’s South Side. Mr. King’s timing was perfect and he was able to address the needs of a large potential market that had previously been ignored; and

WHEREAS, another smart decision came in 1937 when Mr. King married Frances Ruth Lindsey, a union that would last a remarkable 67 years, until Mr. King’s passing. The marriage produced two children, Paul Jr. and Claudia; and

WHEREAS, another turning point in Mr. King’s life came in 1944, with World War II; as a result of Mr. King’s valor and exceptional leadership ability, he would attain the rank of Corporal Sergeant; and

WHEREAS, when Mr. King returned from the war, he worked around-the-clock to nurture his business. Realizing that he had an excellent idea, Mr. King expanded upon his concept and approached Chicago’s major food chains to see if they would be interested in carrying specialty produce items that were popular in African-American households, items such as mustard and turnip greens, turnip tops, okra and Crowder peas. He countered their reluctance by making them an offer too good to refuse: King promised to provide the retailers with three units of each vegetable on Thursday, only requiring payment if the products were sold by Monday. National Tea and A&P Food Stores accepted the offer and P.K. Produce quickly became the exclusive supplier of produce for their stores located in African-American communities; and

WHEREAS, with the passing of Paul Joseph King, Sr., we have lost a pioneering entrepreneur, civic leader and role model. Mr. King was a man who served his country with distinction and helped to expand opportunity for African-Americans and others in the business arena. His remarkable legacy of achievement will forever resonate.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered to the family of Paul Joseph King, Sr. so that his inspiring legacy of achievement and community involvement may be so honored and ever cherished.

Approved and adopted this 8th day of September 2004.

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RESOLUTION

Sponsored by

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

GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,

JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS

AND BOBBIE L. STEELE, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

WHEREAS, Cook County, the second most populous county in the nation, with more than 5.4 million residents, would be proud to serve as the official host of the 2006 National Association of County Officials (NACo) Annual Conference and Exposition; and

WHEREAS, as the only national organization representing county governments, NACo’s membership includes two-thirds of counties from across the United States and over 80% of the nation’s population; and

WHEREAS, since its inception in 1935, NACo has served as the national advocate of county government, ensuring that the voices of the United States’ 3,066 counties are heard in the White House and the halls of Congress; and

WHEREAS, each year, NACo’s Annual Conference and Exposition brings together some 4,000 County officials and offers a unique opportunity to discover innovative ways to address the challenges of county governance by evaluating issues and policies through committee meetings and a wide array of educational seminars and workshops; and

WHEREAS, with the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of Chicago serving as the backdrop for the NACo Annual Conference and Exposition, Cook County’s selection as host in 2006 could generate record attendance, encourage new, dynamic connections among the more than 2,000 member counties, and greatly contribute to the economic vitality of our county.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President will notify NACo of the Boards interest to proceed with the preparation for the 2006 NACo Annual Conference and Exposition in Cook County and we, the President and the Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners, ~~do hereby~~ will create a NACo 2006 Task Force comprised of the appropriate officials and civic and business representatives as designated by the President ~~to explore the economic feasibility of~~ to implement hosting the 2006 NACo Annual Conference and Exposition through partnerships with the business community and other enterprises.

Approved and adopted this 8th day of September 2004.