HR0122 96TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The City of Elgin, located along the historic Fox River, was officially incorporated as a city in the State of Illinois on February 28, 1854; and

WHEREAS, Since that time, the City of Elgin has been a leader in business, industry, education, historic preservation, and environmental stewardship in the Fox Valley; and

WHEREAS, The City of Elgin celebrates and embraces its rich diversity of cultures, religions, and architecture; and

WHEREAS, The City of Elgin has always sought to provide outstanding city services while exercising fiscal responsibility; and

WHEREAS, The City of Elgin continues that resolve by committing to the creation of a sustainable master plan that will ensure a quality community for future generations; and

WHEREAS, This comprehensive sustainability plan will address issues including: transportation, community education, housing and urban design, economic development, alternative energy, green building and energy conservation, recycling and waste management, water, waste water, and stormwater management, parks, green infrastructure, and a healthy community; and

WHEREAS, The City of Elgin relies upon the many contributions of its business partners, volunteers, community activists, and leaders who are committed to these efforts; and

WHEREAS, Elgin is the home to School District 301 and School District U-46, the second largest school district in the State of Illinois; Elgin Community College, celebrating its 60th anniversary; Judson University; the Gail Borden Public Library; the Elgin Area Convention and Visitors Bureau; the Elgin Symphony Orchestra; the Chicago Bandits; the Grand Victoria Foundation; and many neighborhood organizations, including the Downtown Neighborhood Association of Elgin and the Elgin Community Network; and

WHEREAS, The State of Illinois recognizes the commitment of Elgin's community partners, leaders, and volunteers, as well as Elgin Mayor Ed Schock, City of Elgin Councilmembers Juan Figueroa, Robert Gilliam, David Kaptain, F. John Steffen, and John Walters, and the city staff; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-SIXTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we recognize February 26, 2009 as Elgin Day in the State of Illinois; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Elgin Mayor Ed Schock on behalf of the citizens of Elgin, as a symbol of our respect and esteem.