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WHEREAS, Pastor O’Donnell, upon completion of the theological studies, was

ordained on May 9, 1979; and

WHEREAS, From 1979 through 1995, Pastor O’Donnell served churches in

Chicago, Louisville,

and Beloit; and

WHEREAS, In 1985 Pastor O’Donnell was named a Distinguished Citizen of

Louisville, Kentucky, in gratitude for his civic services; and

WHEREAS, Pastor O’Donnell has served on numerous boards of directors of

various charities and social service agencies; and

WHEREAS, Pastor O’Donnell is a past president of the Beverly-Morgan Park

Community of Churches, is the vice president of the Maple Park-Morgan Park

Ministerial Alliance; and

WHEREAS, Pastor O’Donnell is a trustee of Morgan Park Academy; and

WHEREAS, In 2003, Pastor O’Donnell completed a Doctor of Ministry degree; and

WHEREAS, Chosen by the membership of

Union Church to be their

pastor in April of 1995, Pastor O’Donnell has led his congregation spiritually and

materially, increased its involvement in the local community and its outreach to the

unchurched, and led

Union Church’s one hundred twenty-fifth

anniversary celebration in 1997; and

WHEREAS, As a loyal fan of the “Fighting Irish”, Pastor O’Donnell can be often

found in Rockne Stadium in South Bend, Indiana, on a fall afternoon cheering his

team; and

WHEREAS, Pastor O’Donnell has generously and readily opened the doors of

Union Church’s social hall to community events including Chicago Police

Department activities such as youth forums, C.A.P.S. meetings, and other

committee meetings, senior citizen activities including Mayor Daley’s Golden

Dinners, youth concerts and other such meetings that benefit the whole

community; and

WHEREAS, Pastor O’Donnell has spearheaded annual efforts to provide Christmas

presents for needy children on the south side and in his native Austin

neighborhood, providing gifts to over one thousand children for the last four years;

and

WHEREAS, Pastor O’Donnell strives to provide stimulating and short sermons,

opportunities for people to come together and pray, work, laugh and sing; and

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WHEREAS, In recognition of Pastor Bill O’Donnell’s legacy of faithful service to the

residents of the 19” Ward, the Beverly and Morgan Park neighborhoods, and the

City of Chicago, and as a testimony to all who have come in contact with him; now,

therefore,

Be It Resolved, That we, the members of the Chicago City Council, assembled this

day of May, 2004, do hereby declare that May 9, 2004 be known as

Reverend William J. O’Donnell Day in the City of Chicago; and

Be It Further Resolved, That a suitable copy of the resolution be presented to

Reverend William J. O’Donnell.

CONGRATULATIONS EXTENDED TO REVEREND THOMAS

ANNIVERSARY OF ORDINATION.

WHEREAS, Reverend Thomas Raftery is celebrating sixty years as an ordained

minister; and

WHEREAS, The Chicago City Council has been informed of this occasion by

Alderman Virginia A. Rugai; and

WHEREAS, Father Rafter-y is a highly respected member of the religious

community who has dedicated these last sixty years to serving the needs of others;

and

WHEREAS, Born on February 1920, Father Raftery is the son of the late Thomas

and Beatrice. He attended Saint Bride Grammar School and Quigley Preparatory

Seminary and attended college at the University of Saint Mary of the Lake; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Rafter-y, upon completion of the theological studies, was

ordained on May 6, 1944 by Cardinal

in service of the Church of the

Archdiocese; and

WHEREAS, Throughout his ministry, Reverend Rafter-y was assigned to Saint

Cecilia, Saint Dorothy, Saint Raphael and Resurrection and served as pastor at

Saint Thaddeus and Sacred Heart in Winnetka, and currently is the senior associate

at Christ the King parish since 1992; and

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WHEREAS, Reverend Raftery spent eleven years as chaplain for the Christian

Family Movement and he was also a conductor of

and

conferences

for eighteen years and an innercity apostolate for twenty-nine years; and

WHEREAS, In recognition of Reverend

legacy of faithful service to

Chicagoland and to the residents of the

Ward; now, therefore,

Be It Resolved, That we, the members of the Chicago City Council, assembled this

fifth day of May, 2004, do hereby extend our sincerest congratulations to Reverend

Thomas Raftery on the sixty years of service to the Catholic Church and its

members; and

It Further Resolved, That a suitable copy of the resolution be presented to

Reverend Thomas J. Raftery.

CONGRATULATIONS EXTENDED TO MR. CHRISTOPHER STEVENS

ON BEING NAMED OUTSTANDING STUDENT OF

GEORGE F. CASSEL GRAMMAR SCHOOL FOR

2003 -- 2004 SCHOOL YEAR.

WHEREAS, Christopher Stevens has been named the outstanding student of

George F. Cassell Grammar School for 2003 -- 2004 school year; and

WHEREAS, The Chicago City Council has been informed of this occasion by

Alderman Virginia A. Rugai; and

WHEREAS, Christopher Stevens is the son of the proud parents of Rally and

Sharon Stevens; and

WHEREAS, Christopher is a straight A student and class valedictorian; and

WHEREAS, Christopher is not only an outstanding scholar, but has participated

in special projects and service activities including, patrol boy, student council, artist

in residence, and market day helper; and

WHEREAS, As a well-rounded young man with many interests, Christopher has

participated in basketball and golf; now, therefore,

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Resolved, That we, the Mayor and members of the City Council of the City

of Chicago, assembled this fifth day of May, 2004, do hereby congratulate

Christopher Stevens on this accomplishment and do hereby express our warmest

wishes for his continued success and achievement; and

Be It Further Resolved,

That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to

Christopher Stevens.

CONGRATULATIONS EXTENDED TO MR. BERNARD J.

ON RETIREMENT FROM CHICAGO AND COOK COUNTY

BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION TRADES COUNCIL.

WHEREAS, For the past nine years Bernard J. Spatz served as secretary

treasurer for the Chicago and Cook County Building and Construction Trades

Council; and

WHEREAS, Bernard

has announced his retirement from the Chicago and

Cook County Building and Construction Trades Council; and

WHEREAS, The Chicago City Council has been informed of this occasion by

Alderman Virginia A. Rugai; and

WHEREAS, Bernard J. Spats was born August 7, 1938 on the southwest side of

Chicago; and

WHEREAS, Bernard was initiated into Local 27 as an apprentice glazier on

January 15, 1960 and has continued to be a member in good standing; and

WHEREAS, Bernard served Local 27 for twenty-three years --

years as a

trustee on the executive board, three years as recording secretary and assistant

business representative, fifteen years as president of business funds, and secretary

of the health and welfare and pension funds, and secretary of the joint

apprenticeship training committee; and

WHEREAS, Bernard has served as secretary-treasurer of the Chicago and Cook

County Building and Construction Trades Council for the past nine years, and in

conjunction with his role as secretary-treasurer, he served as co-chairman of the

Illinois State Apprenticeship Conference; and

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WHEREAS, Bernie has volunteered countless hours of service to several

community events as well as many charitable fundraising activities; and

WHEREAS, Bernie along with his wife, Janet, continue to live in the Mount

Greenwood community. Together they have raised their children: John, James,

Bernard, Michael, Karen and Patricia; and

WHEREAS, Bernie will continue to serve as president of the Greater Chicago and

Vicinity Port Council, Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO and is a board member

of the Chicago International Port Authority, appointed by Mayor Richard M.

and looks forward to spending more time enjoying the company of his family and

friends; now, therefore,

Be It Resolved, That we, the Mayor and the members of the Chicago City Council,

assembled this

day of May, 2004, do hereby congratulate and pay tribute to

Bernard J.

on his retirement as secretary-treasurer of the Chicago and Cook

County Building and Construction Trades Council and commend him for his years

of service to the City of Chicago, Cook County, and the great State of Illinois, and

do hereby express our best wishes for him and his family; and

Be It Further Resolved, That a suitable copy of this resolution be provided to

Bernard J. Spats.

CONGRATULATIONS EXTENDED TO MR. JOHN PETER TOUSSAINT

ON ACHIEVING RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT.

WHEREAS, John Peter Toussaint has achieved the rank of Eagle Scout as an

outstanding member of the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 6 17, chartered to Saint

Christina parish; and

WHEREAS, The Chicago City Council has been informed of this occasion by

Alderman Virginia A. Rugai; and

WHEREAS, John, a 2001 graduate of Saint Christina Grammar School,

became involved in service projects at school and in the community; and

WHEREAS, John, as a junior at Marist High School, is active in track, soccer, ski

club, the academic team, is a peer mediator, an honor student and a member of the

National Honor Society; and

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WHEREAS, While earning his rank advancements, John, currently the troops’

scribe, has held many positions including senior patrol leader, quartermaster and

troop guide; and

WHEREAS, John has attended Owasippe Scout Camp for many years, working on

merit badges and enjoying canoeing, hiking, C.O.P.E. high adventure courses, was

one of the first scouts to receive the Climbing Merit Badge; and

WHEREAS, John has also earned the coveted Citizenship in the World Merit

Badge at the National Scout Jamboree held in Washington, D.C. in 2001 and from

the prestigious Argonne National Laboratory, the Atomic Energy, Electronics and

Engineering badges; and

WHEREAS, John has secured thirty-two badges including Boy Scout Lifesaving,

First Aid and Environmental Science badges, and was elected to the Order of the

Arrow by his fellow scouts; and

WHEREAS, As part of Saint Christina parish Three Million Dollar expansion, John

was responsible for the landscaping west of the church, by removing existing

concrete and replacing with sod and bushes; and

WHEREAS, John is an honor caddy at Ridge Country Club and enjoys traveling

with his family, music, video games and cycling; and

WHEREAS, John’s hard work, commitment and dedication has earned him the

respect and admiration of his father, Peter, his mother, Denise, and his younger

siblings, Alicia and Kevin, his Committee Chairman Carmen Trapani, friends and

all associated with the Boy Scouts of America; now, therefore,

Be It

Resolved, That the Mayor and members of the Chicago City Council, in

meeting assembled this fifth day of May 2004, do hereby congratulate and pay

tribute to John Peter Toussaint for achieving the Boy Scout rank of Eagle Scout;

and

Be Further Resolved,

That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to

John Peter Toussaint.

CONGRATULATIONS EXTENDED TO MR. MATTHEW RAYMOND

ON ACHIEVING RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT.

WHEREAS, Matthew Raymond Toussaint has achieved the rank of Eagle Scout as

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an outstanding member of the Boy Scouts

Troop 6 17, chartered to Saint

Christina parish; and

WHEREAS, The Chicago City Council has been informed of this occasion by

Alderman Virginia A. Rugai; and

WHEREAS, Matt, a 2002 graduate of Saint Christina Grammar School,

became involved in service projects at school and in the community; and

WHEREAS, Matt, as a sophomore at Marist High School, is active in track, soccer,

ski club, the academic team, math team, an honor student; and

WHEREAS, While earning his rank advancements, Matt, currently the troops’

senior patrol leader, has held many positions including librarian, patrol leader and

quartermaster; and

WHEREAS, Matt has attended Owasippe Scout Camp for many years, working on

merit badges and enjoying canoeing, hiking, C.O.P.E. high adventure courses, was

one of the first scouts to receive the Climbing Merit Badge; and

WHEREAS, Matthew has also earned the coveted Citizenship in the World Merit

Badge at the National Scout Jamboree held in Washington, D.C. in 2001 and from

the prestigious Argonne National Laboratory, the Atomic Energy, Electronics and

Engineering badges; and

WHEREAS, Matt has secured the twenty-nine badges including the Family Life,

Personal Management, and Camping badges, and was elected to the Order of the

Arrow by his fellow scouts; and

WHEREAS, As part of Saint Christina parish Three Million Dollar expansion, Matt

was responsible for the landscaping west of the parish center, by building raised

gardening beds, creating a peaceful backdrop with sod, bushes and flowers; and

WHEREAS, Matt is an honor caddy at Ridge Country Club and enjoys traveling

with his family, music, video games and cycling; and

WHEREAS, Matt’s hard work, commitment and dedication has earned him the

respect and admiration of his father, Peter, his mother, Denise, and his younger

siblings, Alicia and Kevin, his Committee Chairman Carmen Trapani, friends and

all associated with the Boy Scouts of America; now, therefore,

Be It Resolved, That the Mayor and members of the Chicago City Council, in

meeting assembled this fifth day of May 2004, do hereby congratulate and pay

tribute to Matthew Raymond Toussaint for achieving the Boy Scout rank of Eagle

Scout; and

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Further

Resolved, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to

Matthew Raymond Toussaint.

CONGRATULATIONS EXTENDED TO SAINT LAWRENCE HOCKEY TEAM

ON WINNING AMATEUR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION OF ILLINOIS

BLACKHAWK CUP WHITE DMSION

STATE CHAMPIONSHIP.

WHEREAS, The Saint Lawrence hockey team has won the Amateur Hockey

Association of Illinois Blackhawk Cup White Division State Championship on

March 3, 2004; and

WHEREAS, The Chicago City Council has been informed of this feat by Alderman

Virginia A. Rugai; and

WHEREAS, The amateur hockey team skated to victory under the leadership of

Patrick

Head Coach, Brett Wittenkeller, Assistant Coach and Robert

Tatka, Trainer; and

WHEREAS, The Saint Lawrence hockey team consists of: William Bartgen, Andrew

Gross, Michael Griffin, Shaun Griffin, Steven Sinde, Stuart Jacobsen, Nicholas

Bumbaris, Philip

Aaron

Martin Vasques, Christopher Van Eck,

Patrick Kulach,

Kelso, Robert Bourke, Kevin Zudycki, Alex Korda,

Christopher Moore and Matthew Raisutis; and

WHEREAS, The Saint Lawrence hockey team last won the Amateur Hockey of

Illinois Blackhawk Cup White Division State Championship in 1990, and during the

tournament Saint Lawrence held the lead except for an astounding twelve seconds,

with the help of outstanding defense, by giving up only three goals in four games;

and

WHEREAS, The teams competing in the White Division of the Blackhawk Cup

were: Saint Viator, Sandburg, Glenwood, Warren, Joliet Catholic, Loyola Maroon,

Maine South, Evanston, New Trier White, Notre Dame, Montini Catholic, Saint

Charles East and

with Hinsdale Central participating in the

match; and

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WHEREAS,

Season ending statistics produced a record for the Saint Lawrence

hockey team of twenty-three wins and twelve losses but one would have never

guessed such a feat because starting out their high school hockey career the

freshman team did not win a single game; now, therefore,

Be It

Resolved,

That we, the Mayor and members of the Chicago City Council,

assembled this fifth day of May, 2004, do hereby pay tribute to the coaches, team

members, students, alumni and administrators of Saint Lawrence High School for

attaining the status of Divisional State Champions for the year 2004; and

Further Resolved,

That a suitable copy of this resolution is presented to

Principal Brother Michael Segvich and the students of Saint Lawrence High School.

CONGRATULATIONS EXTENDED TO C.N. RUSSO CO., INC.

ON SEVENTIETH ANNIVERSARY.

WHEREAS, The C.N. Russo Co., Inc. is celebrating its seventieth year in real

estate management, sales and insurance; and

WHEREAS, The Chicago City Council has been informed of this occasion by

Alderman Virginia A. Rugai; and

WHEREAS, C.N. Russo, founded in 1932, has been serving Chicago suburbs from

their present location, 2141 West

Street in the Beverly Hills neighborhood,

since 1983; and

WHEREAS, Bernard C. Russo, a registered broker for thirty-nine years and son

of founder C.N. Russo, is leader of the successfully established Chicago

and

WHEREAS, C.N. Russo has displayed the hard work, commitment and dedication

needed to earn the respect and admiration of their community; now, therefore,

Be It Resolved,

That we, the Mayor and the members of the Chicago City Council

assembled this fifth day of May, 2004, do hereby congratulate C.N. Russo Co.,

Inc. for seventy years of service to the citizens of Chicago; and

Be It

Resolved,

That a suitable copy of this resolution be provided to C.N.

Russo Co., Inc.

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Presented By

ALDERMAN ZALEWSKZ (23”’ Ward):

CONGRATULATIONS EXTENDED

MR. THEODORE C.

ON EIGHTY-FIFTH BIRTHDAY.

WHEREAS, Theodore C. Gulik was born on May 21, 19 19 near the corner of

Place and Oakley Avenue on this city’s south side to the late John and Mary Gulik,

immigrants from Poland; and

WHEREAS, Theodore C. Gulik attended Crane High School but, in 1937, he

joined President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s Civilian Conservation Corps where he

built new roads in Idaho. When he returned the following year, Mr. Gulik joined the

Illinois National Guard and worked for the Dearborn Glass Company. He was

encamped with the Guard at Camp Forest, Tennessee at the time Pearl Harbor was

bombed resulting in the entrance of the United States into World War II; and

WHEREAS, In the ensuing weeks, Theodore C. Gulik was sent to Pearl Harbor in

Hawaii and stationed at

Barracks. After a stint in

he went to Oahu

where he was assigned to the Army’s

Battalion Tank Destroyers; and

WHEREAS, Upon his discharge in 1945 after attaining the rank of sergeant in the

Army, Theodore C. Gulik found employment with Allis-Chalmers as a foreman and

remained in that position for the next thirty-seven years until his retirement in May,

1982; and

WHEREAS, While on furlough in January, 1945, Theodore C. Gulik married Mary

Burek at Saint Adalbert’s Church. From this union came one daughter, Bonnie,

who died in 1976. The following year, the Gulik’s adopted Bonnie’s daughter,

Michelle, and raised her as their daughter. The Gulik’s union lasted for forty-seven

years until Mary’s death in December, 1992; and

WHEREAS, Theodore C. Gulik was an expert bowler for many years. He was

awarded patches in the Chicago

Sun-Times

“Beat The Champions” series and won

numerous bowling trophies and awards; and

WHEREAS Theodore C. Gulik will celebrate his eighty-fifth birthday with his

daughter Michelle, other relatives and friends on Friday, May 2 1, 2004; now,

therefore,

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Resolved,

That we, the Mayor and members of the City of Chicago City

Council, gathered here this fifth day of May, 2004 A.D., do hereby salute Theodore

C. Gulik on his eighty-fifth birthday and extend our heartiest best wishes for good

health and happiness for years to come; and

Further

Resolved,

That a suitable copy of this resolution be prepared and

presented to Theodore C. Gulik.

CONGRATULATIONS EXTENDED TO EDWARD AND ROSEMARIE

SCHROEDLE ON FIFTIETH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY.

WHEREAS, Edward and

Schroedle will celebrate their fiftieth wedding

anniversary on May 22, 2004; and

WHEREAS, Edward and

were both born in Chicago. Edward attended

High School and

attended Kelly High School. Mr. and Mrs.

Edward Schroedle have been residents of Chicago’s great

Ward for forty-eight

years; and

WHEREAS, Their fifty years of married life have produced a loving and close family

consisting of their son, Michael; their daughters, Nancy, Susan and Linda; and their

grandchildren, Katrina, Ryan, Neal, Michael and Daniel; and

WHEREAS, Throughout their children’s childhood,

and Edward

Schroedle worked hard to provide them with a loving and supportive environment;

and

WHEREAS,

and Edward Schroedle have passed fifty years of married

life in loving and consistent devotion to one another, truly exemplifying the spirit

of the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony, and serving as a model of inspiration to their

children; and

WHEREAS,

and Edward Schroedle are richly deserving of the fond and

warm wishes of all who know them as they mark this marital milestone of their

golden anniversary; now, therefore,

Resolved,

That we, the Mayor and members of the City Council of the City

of Chicago, assembled here this fifth day of May, 2004 A.D., do hereby extend our

heartiest congratulations to

and Edward Schroedle upon the fiftieth

anniversary of their marriage, and join with their family members and many friends

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in wishing them many, many more years of happiness together; and

Be It Further Resolved,

That a suitable copy of this resolution be prepared and

presented to

and Edward Schroedle.

Presented By

ALDERMAN

Ward):

RECOGNITION OF COLLABORATIVE EFFORTS FOR

SUCCESS OF EL

DE LOS

PARADE.

WHEREAS, El Dia de

a holiday that is celebrated in South and Central

America recognizes our most valuable citizens, our children; and

WHEREAS, On Saturday, April 24, 2004, in celebration of El Dia de

Nirios, a

parade was held in honor of children in the City of Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood;

and

WHEREAS, Representatives from Chicago Public School Early Childhood

Development Unit, Chicago Park District’s Harrison Park,

District Police

Department, C.A.P.S. Area 4, Cook County State’s Attorney Office, Chicago

Department of Human Services, El Hogar Del Nirios and the Illinois Comptroller’s

worked diligently and accomplished their goal of making the parade a

success; and

WHEREAS, Students and participants from Benito

High School, LABS

U.I.C., Hancock School, Pilsen Athletic Conference,

Club, The Arts Institute

of Chicago, Chicago Children’s Museum, Club Atlas, Police and Fire Academy, The

Golden Apple Foundation, Chicago Metro AEYC, El Valor and the United Merchants

of Pilsen were volunteers at the Chicago Dia de

Nirios Parade; and

WHEREAS, Monetary and in-kind contributions from Union Line, Open Kitchens,

Midwest Generation,

Security, White Palace Grill,

Popular,

Bank,

Inc.,

La Ley 107.9, Erickson Institute, General

Packaging Products, and all the owners

Chicago International Produce Market

provided parade floats and an afternoon of food, activities and fun for more than

three thousand children and their families; and

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WHEREAS, Ortiz de Dominguez Violines, Latin Rhythms Dance Studio, Ruiz

School Choir, Ballet Folkorico Mexican Dance Ensemble, Eva Mijes “Chilindrina”

and David

provided the entertainment that enchanted the multitude of

parade participants; and

WHEREAS, United States Senator Dick Durbin, State Senator

Obama, State

Representative

State Representative Edward Acevedo, Chicago

Public Schools Chief Executive Officer Arne Duncan, Chicago Teachers Union

President Deborah Lynch, Children and Youth Services Commissioner Mary Ellen

and Assistant Deputy Superintendent of CAPS Project Office Chief Richard

J. Guerrero attended and supported the parade, demonstrating their strong

commitment to children and education; now, therefore,

Resolved, That I, Daniel S.

Alderman of the 25” Ward along with the

leaders of this great City are cognizant of the efforts and dedication necessary to

achieve such a successful parade as the one for the Pilsen community and for our

children; and

Be It Further Resolved,

That we, the Mayor and members of the City Council of the

City of Chicago, assembled here this fifth day of May, 2004, A.D., do hereby

acknowledge the collaborative efforts of all the aforementioned individuals and offer

this resolution as a testament to their hard work and dedication.

Presented by

ALDERMAN E.

Ward),

Ward)

And OTHERS:

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

SECRETARY TOMMY G. THOMPSON URGED TO

APPROVE STATE OF ILLINOIS HOSPITAL

PROVIDER

PROGRAM.

A proposed resolution, presented by Aldermen E. Smith, Matlak, Flores,

Hairston, Lyle, Beavers, Stroger,

Pope, Baker,

Olivo, Burke, T. Thomas, Coleman, L. Thomas, Murphy, Rugai, Troutman,

Brookins,

Zalewski, Chandler,

Burnett, Carothers, Reboyras,

Suarez, Mell, Austin, Colon, Banks, Mitts, Allen, Laurino, O’Connor, Doherty,

Natarus,

Shiller,

Moore, Stone, reading as follows:

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WHEREAS, The Illinois General Assembly has passed, and Governor Rod

Blagojevich has signed, into law Public Act 93-659, creating the State of Illinois’

Hospital Provider Tax Program; and

WHEREAS, The state of Illinois has and continues to suffer a significant budget

deficit, estimated to be more than One Billion Dollars for state fiscal year 2005; and

WHEREAS,

Illinois and many other state Medicaid programs, which were

intended as

federal-state partnership to help provide health care coverage for

the poor and indigent, are chronically under-funded; and

WHEREAS, The new Illinois hospital provider tax program provides the state of

Illinois with an opportunity to generate an additional $400 Million for the state

Medicaid program that will benefit Medicaid beneficiaries, the poor and indigent and

the hospitals, nursing and long-term care facilities, providers of developmental

disability services, pharmacists, physicians and others who care for this vulnerable

patient population; and

WHEREAS, The new Illinois Hospital Provider Tax Program will address existing

federal funding inequities as Illinois currently serves 4.6% of the nation’s Medicaid

but receives only 3.6% of all federal Medicaid funding; and

WHEREAS, Provider tax programs are allowable under federal law and the new

Illinois hospital provider tax meets all federal requirements for a provider tax

program set forth under 42 U.S.C.

and 42 C.F.R. 433.50, et seq. 1; and

WHEREAS, The new Illinois Hospital Provider Tax Program as required under

federal law is a broad-based, uniform, redistributable tax program on Illinois’

hospital community; and

WHEREAS, Twenty-nine other states have health care provider tax programs in

place, and the State of Illinois itself has an existing provider tax on nursing facilities

and developmental disability facilities; and

WHEREAS, The new Illinois Hospital Provider Tax Program must be approved by

the United States Department of Health and Human Services and the federal

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services before it can benefit the State of Illinois,

its Medicaid beneficiaries and the providers that help care for this and other

vulnerable patient populations; now, therefore,

Hereby Resolved,

That The Honorable Richard M. Daley, Mayor, City of

Chicago and the members of the Chicago City Council urge Secretary Tommy G.

Thompson of the United States Department of Health and Human Services to

favorably review and approve the State of Illinois’ Hospital Provider Tax Program;

and

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Be It Further Resolved, That suitable copies of this resolution be presented to

Secretary Thompson, United States House Speaker J. Dennis Hastert and the

members of the Illinois congressional delegation; and

Presented

ALDERMAN CAROTHERS (29” Ward):

TRIBUTE TO LATE MRS.

MAE SMITH GOGGINS.

WHEREAS, On March

God in His infinite wisdom called

Mae Smith

Goggins to His heavenly home; and

WHEREAS,

Mae Smith Goggins was born in

County, Mississippi to

the union of Ike and Elmer Lee

Smith on the fourth of July, 1929. She was

baptized and attended the public schools there and moved to this city in 1949. She

was married twice,

to the late Floyd Davis and then to the late Lawrence

Goggins. From 1950 to 1968, she worked for the American Buff Company; and

WHEREAS, Realizing the need for more education,

Mae Smith Goggins

enrolled at Crane High School and earned her Graduate Equivalency Degree. She

then attended Crane Junior College. When she finished,

Mae Smith Goggins

was employed by the United States Postal Service for a quarter of a century; and

WHEREAS, After retiring from the Post Office,

Mae Smith Goggins continued

to lead an active life. She enjoyed her family and attended their reunions in

Mississippi, Missouri, Michigan, Kansas, California, Indiana and Arizona, as well

as here in this city and Rockford, Illinois; and

WHEREAS,

Mae Smith Goggins was a member of Saint Andrew Methodist

Church until she joined with Gammond United Methodist where she served on the

trustee board, as a communion steward, sang in the Chancel Choir, was secretary

for The United Methodist Women and traveled extensively with that organization.

When the church relocated,

Mae Smith Goggins joined United Baptist Church

under Pastor Wilson Daniels where she served until her health failed; and

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WHEREAS,

Mae Smith Goggins leaves behind to revere her memory a devoted

daughter, Barbara Hoy; two grandsons, Edward and Irving Hoy; one granddaughter,

Etherine Norris; twelve great grandchildren; a brother, Sam Smith;

sisters,

Smith

Emma McCall,

Bradley, Winnie B. Washington and Essie

Queen Jones; three god-daughters; and a whole host of other relatives and friends;

now, therefore,

Be It Resolved, That we, the Mayor and members of the City of Chicago City

Council, gathered here this fifth day of May, 2004 A.D., do hereby extend our

condolences to the many family members and friends of

Mae Smith Goggins

and express our deepest sorrow at her passing; and

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It Further Resolved,

That a suitable copy of this resolution be prepared and

presented to the family of

Mae Smith Goggins.

TRIBUTE TO LATE MR. JESSIE L. GREEN.

WHEREAS, In His infinite wisdom, God has called Jessie L. Green, an upstanding

member of the community, to his eternal reward on Monday, March 15, 2004, just

one week after his seventy-eighth birthday; and

WHEREAS, This august body was informed of the passing of Jessie L. Green by

The Honorable Isaac S. Carothers, an esteemed colleague and Alderman of the

Ward; and

WHEREAS, Jessie L. Green was born in Carthage, Mississippi on March 8, 1926

as the younger of two children. In 1943, he met Cora Steward and, one year later,

they were united in the bonds of Holy Matrimony. From this union, three children

were born. In 1953, the family moved to this city; and

WHEREAS, After coming to Chicago, Jessie L. Green was employed for many years

as a shipping and receiving clerk for the Midland Paper Company. He united with

the New Mount Zion Church and later with Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church where

he sang in the men’s choir; and

WHEREAS, In his later years, Jessie L. Green enjoyed traveling with his wife of

sixty years and other relatives. He also cared for his community and was a member

of the Adams Street Block Club; and

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WHEREAS, Jessie L. Green leaves behind, to cherish his memory, three children;

Ruby Smith, Willie James and George Green; seven grandchildren, Nancy, Eric,

Douglas,

Kesha and Yolanda; fourteen great-grandchildren; and a

host of other relatives and friends; now, therefore,

Resolved,

That we, the Mayor and members of the City of Chicago City

Council, gathered here this fifth day of May, 2004 A.D., do hereby extend our

deepest sympathies to the many family members and friends of Jessie L. Green and

convey our condolences; and

Be It Further Resolved,

That a suitable copy of this resolution be prepared and

presented to Mrs. Cora Steward Green.

TRIBUTE TO LATE MS. MARY ANN JEFFERSON.

WHEREAS, God in His infinite wisdom and judgment has called Mary Ann

Jefferson, beloved citizen and friend, to her eternal reward, March 9, 2004; and

WHEREAS, This august body has been informed of her transition by The

Honorable Isaac Carothers, Alderman of the 29” Ward; and

WHEREAS, Born November 7, 1944 in Baytield, Mississippi, Mary Ann was the

loving daughter of Catherine and Thomas Jefferson. She attended Curtis

Elementary School and Baytield High School. Mary Ann accepted Christ as her

personal Savior at an early age as a member of Mount Olive Missionary Baptist

Church. She renewed her membership at Helping Hand Missionary Baptist Church

in September, 200 1 and faithfully served on the pastor’s aid ministry; and

WHEREAS, Mary Ann Jefferson,

and active member in her community and

an individual of great integrity and accomplishment, will be dearly missed and

fondly remembered by her many relatives and friends; and

WHEREAS, Her parents, brother, James Osker and sister, Dorothy, having

preceded her in death, Mary Ann Jefferson leaves to celebrate her life and cherish

her memory

children, Diane,

Jr., Melvin, Marilyn and Shavon; one

sister, Millie (Juan); four brothers, Thomas (Ardencie), Jerry, Floyd and

(Randy);

special aunt, Elizabeth; nine grandchildren, Quanita, Deonte

Latoya, Iesha,

Sadaira,

Lacrecia, Melvin, Jr. and Kiya; one great-grandchild, Dejion; a

special little friend, Kamaria; and a host of other relatives and friends; now,

therefore,

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Resolved,

That we, the Mayor and members of the Chicago City Council,

assembled here this fifth day of May, 2004 A.D., do hereby commemorate Mary Ann

Jefferson for her grace-filled life and do hereby express our condolences to her

family and friends; and

Further

Resolved,

That a suitable copy of this resolution be prepared and

presented to the family of Mary Ann Jefferson.

TRIBUTE TO LATE MR. SAM ROBINSON, JR.

WHEREAS, God, in His infinite wisdom has called Sam Robinson, Jr., an

upstanding citizen, to his heavenly reward; and

WHEREAS, Sam Robinson, Jr. was born on January 17, 1928 in Indianola,

Mississippi to the union of Phyllis and Samuel Robinson,

who have both

preceded him in passing. At an early age, he committed his life to Christ and later

in life attended Greater Mount Pleasant Baptist Church where he served as a

member of the senior usher’s board; and

WHEREAS, Sam Robinson, Jr. was a responsible and hard-working individual

who was employed at the National Casting Steel Mill for twenty-five years before

retiring. However, he continued to work as a mechanic, the kind of work he best

enjoyed; and

WHEREAS, Sam Robinson, Jr. leaves behind, to revere his memory, a devoted and

loving wife of forty-four years,

seven living sons; six daughters; three living

brothers; six sisters; sixty-four grandchildren; thirty-four great grandchildren; and

a whole host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and friends; and

WHEREAS, The Honorable Isaac S. Carothers, an esteemed colleague and

Alderman of the

Ward, has brought the passing of Sam Robinson, Jr. to the

attention of this august body; now, therefore,

Resolved,

That we, the Mayor and members of the City of Chicago City

Council, gathered here this fifth day of May, 2004 A.D., do hereby convey our

condolences to the many family members and friends of Sam Robinson, Jr. and

extend our deepest sympathies; and

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It Further Resolved,

That a suitable copy of this resolution be prepared and

presented to Mrs.

Robinson.

TRIBUTE TO LATE MRS.

MAE WESLEY

WHEREAS, The Almighty Lord and Savior chose April

to bring His beloved

child, Tiney Mae Wesley Rucker, to her eternal reward; and

WHEREAS, Tiney, the loving daughter of Rosa and Willie Wesley, was born

March 16, 1923 in Alexander, Louisiana; and

WHEREAS, The members of the Chicago City Council have been informed of her

transition by The Honorable Isaac S. Carothers, Alderman of the

Ward; and

WHEREAS, A devout Christian, Tiney, as she was affectionately known by her

family and friends, confessed hope in Christ at a young age. She gave praise to the

Lord as she participated joyously with her congregation; and

WHEREAS, Tiney Mae Wesley Rucker was an accomplished hair stylist and a

registered nurse. She served her grateful Austin community for more than

years; and

WHEREAS, Symbolic of the strength and solidity of family life, Tiney Mae and

Frank Rucker were united in Holy Matrimony and were blessed with a loving family.

Mr. Frank Rucker, sisters, Rubie Silas and

Williams and one brother, John

Wesley, preceded her in death; and

WHEREAS, A loving mother,

grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, neighbor and

friend, Tiney Mae Wesley Rucker will be greatly missed and fondly remembered,

especially by her loving daughter, Katie Armstrong; four stepdaughters; one

stepson; a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren; a niece, Freddie

Forte; two god-daughters; three special friends, Charles Freeman, Eleanor Morgan

and Alberta Newman; many friends and other relatives; now, therefore,

Be It Resolved,

That we, the Mayor and members of the City Council of the City

of Chicago, assembled here this fifth day of May, 2004, do hereby express our

sorrow on the passing of this wonderful citizen, Tiney Mae Wesley Rucker, and

extend to her family and friends our sincere condolences; and

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Be It Further Resolved,

That a suitable copy of this resolution be prepared and

presented to the family of Tiney Mae Wesley

TRIBUTE TO LATE MR. EVON SIBLEY.

WHEREAS, Mr.

Sibley, beloved citizen and friend, has been called to eternal

life by the wisdom of God Tuesday, April 6, 2004 at the age of ninety-five; and

WHEREAS, The Chicago City Council has been informed of his transition by The

Honorable Isaac S. Carothers, Alderman of the

Ward; and

WHEREAS, Born January 1, 1909 in Louisiana, Evon was the second son of Hosie

and Rosie Sibley. Mr. Evon Sibley was affectionately known as “Big Daddy” by his

family and friends. He was raised in Mississippi and later moved to Chicago; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Evon Sibley, an entrepreneur, was the owner of various

businesses such as: a newspaper stand, a bar-b-que restaurant and a candy store

which all were all located in “K-Town”, an area within his grateful west side

community; and

WHEREAS, Mr.

Sibley was the loving father of Leroy Sibley, Curtis

Jimmy

Robert Laster,

Williams and Pearly Mae Brown; grandfather

of nineteen; great grandfather of sixteen; great-great grandfather of seven; and uncle

to many nieces and nephews; and

WHEREAS, His love of life and ability to live it to the fullest endeared Mr.

Sibley to his family members, friends and all who knew him, and enabled him to

enrich their lives in ways they will never forget; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Evon Sibley will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by his

many relatives, friends and neighbors; now, therefore,

Be It Resolved,

That we, the Mayor and members of the City Council of the City

of Chicago, assembled here this fifth day of May, 2004 A.D., do hereby express our

sorrow on the passing of Mr. Evon Sibley and extend to his family and friends our

sincere condolences: and

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Further Resolved,