STATE OF ILLINOIS
HOUSE JOURNAL
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY
126TH LEGISLATIVE DAY
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2000
1:00 0'CLOCK P.M.
NO. 126
[November 14, 2000] 2 HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Daily Journal Index 126th Legislative Day Action Page(s) Adjournment........................................ 53 Committee on Rules Referrals....................... 6 Introduction and First Reading - HB4757-4759....... 7 Quorum Roll Call................................... 4 Bill Number Legislative Action Page(s) HB 0861 Motion Submitted................................... 7 HB 1047 Action on Motion................................... 52 HB 3838 Amendatory Veto.................................... 51 HB 3838 Committee Report................................... HB 3838 Motion Submitted................................... 7 HB 4577 Action on Motion................................... 52 HB 4731 Action on Motion................................... 52 HB 4738 Action on Motion................................... 52 HB 4743 Motion Submitted................................... 7 HB 4754 Motion Submitted................................... 7 HJR 0073 Action on Motion................................... 51 HJR 0073 Adoption........................................... 51 HJR 0073 Motion Submitted................................... 7 HJR 0073 Resolution......................................... 51 HR 0813 Resolution......................................... 8 HR 0814 Resolution......................................... 8 HR 0815 Resolution......................................... 9 HR 0816 Resolution......................................... 9 HR 0817 Resolution......................................... 10 HR 0818 Resolution......................................... 10 HR 0819 Resolution......................................... 11 HR 0820 Resolution......................................... 11 HR 0821 Resolution......................................... 12 HR 0822 Resolution......................................... 13 HR 0823 Resolution......................................... 14 HR 0824 Resolution......................................... 14 HR 0825 Resolution......................................... 14 HR 0826 Resolution......................................... 15 HR 0827 Resolution......................................... 16 HR 0828 Resolution......................................... 16 HR 0829 Resolution......................................... 16 HR 0830 Resolution......................................... 16 HR 0831 Resolution......................................... 17 HR 0832 Resolution......................................... 18 HR 0833 Resolution......................................... 18 HR 0834 Resolution......................................... 19 HR 0835 Resolution......................................... 19 HR 0836 Resolution......................................... 20 HR 0837 Resolution......................................... 20 HR 0838 Resolution......................................... 21 HR 0839 Resolution......................................... 45 HR 0840 Resolution......................................... 21 HR 0841 Resolution......................................... 22 HR 0842 Resolution......................................... 46 HR 0843 Resolution......................................... 22 HR 0844 Resolution......................................... 23 HR 0845 Resolution......................................... 24 HR 0846 Resolution......................................... 25 HR 0847 Resolution......................................... 26 HR 0848 Resolution......................................... 26
3 [November 14, 2000] Bill Number Legislative Action Page(s) HR 0849 Resolution......................................... 46 HR 0850 Resolution......................................... 47 HR 0851 Resolution......................................... 27 HR 0852 Resolution......................................... 47 HR 0853 Resolution......................................... 27 HR 0854 Resolution......................................... 28 HR 0855 Resolution......................................... 28 HR 0856 Resolution......................................... 29 HR 0857 Resolution......................................... 29 HR 0858 Resolution......................................... 28 HR 0858 Resolution......................................... 30 HR 0859 Resolution......................................... 30 HR 0860 Resolution......................................... 31 HR 0861 Resolution......................................... 32 HR 0862 Resolution......................................... 32 HR 0863 Resolution......................................... 33 HR 0864 Resolution......................................... 33 HR 0865 Resolution......................................... 33 HR 0866 Resolution......................................... 34 HR 0867 Resolution......................................... 35 HR 0868 Resolution......................................... 35 HR 0869 Resolution......................................... 36 HR 0870 Resolution......................................... 47 HR 0871 Resolution......................................... 36 HR 0872 Resolution......................................... 37 HR 0873 Resolution......................................... 37 HR 0874 Resolution......................................... 38 HR 0875 Resolution......................................... 38 HR 0876 Resolution......................................... 38 HR 0877 Resolution......................................... 39 HR 0878 Resolution......................................... 40 HR 0879 Resolution......................................... 48 HR 0880 Resolution......................................... 40 HR 0881 Resolution......................................... 41 HR 0882 Resolution......................................... 42 HR 0883 Resolution......................................... 48 HR 0884 Resolution......................................... 42 HR 0885 Resolution......................................... 43 HR 0886 Resolution......................................... 44 HR 0887 Resolution......................................... 49 HR 0888 Resolution......................................... 50 HR 0899 Adoption........................................... 52 HR 0899 Resolution......................................... 44 SB 1047 Action on Motion................................... 52 SB 4744 Action on Motion................................... 52
[November 14, 2000] 4 The House met pursuant to adjournment. The Speaker in the Chair. Prayer by LeeArthur Crawford, Assistant Pastor with the Victory Temple Church in Springfield, Illinois. Representative Hassert led the House in the Pledge of Allegiance. By direction of the Speaker, a roll call was taken to ascertain the attendance of Members, as follows: 114 present. (ROLL CALL 1) By unanimous consent, Representatives Flowers, Giles, Eileen Lyons and Morrow were excused from attendance. RESIGNATIONS & APPOINTMENTS OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE JESSE WHITE-Secretary of State November 14, 2000 Honorable Tony Rossi Clerk of the House of Representatives Room 402 Capitol Building Springfield, Illinois 62706 Dear Clerk Rossi: This office is forwarding herewith copies of the resignation of Rep. Timothy V. Johnson, Representative of the One Hundred And Fourth Representative District; and the Notice from the Republican Representative Committee of the One Hundred And Fourth Representative District, declaring the existence of a vacancy in the office of Representative in the Ninety-First General Assembly in the One Hundred And Fourth Representative District, as a result of the resignation of Rep. Timothy V. Johnson on November 13, 2000. Also enclosed is the Certificate of Appointment from the Republican Representative Committee of the One Hundred And Fourth Representative District appointing Thomas B. Berns, 109 Whitehall Court, Urbana, Illinois 61801, to fill the vacancy in the Office of Representative, in the Ninety-First General Assembly from the One Hundred And Fourth Representative District, along with the Oath of Office. Yours truly, s/JESSE WHITE Secretary of State TIMOTHY V. JOHNSON State Representative 104TH DISTRICT November 13, 2000 Mr. Anthony Rossi Clerk of the House Room 115 State House Springfield, IL 62706 Dear Mr. Rossi: This is to inform you of my resignation as Representative of the One-Hundred-Fourth District in the Illinois House of Representatives, effective immediately. I leave this House to begin the transition
5 [November 14, 2000] phase to my term of service in the U.S. House of Representatives. It has been my great pleasure to serve the people of the 104th District, and an honor to work among the great men and women who represent the people of Illinois in the General Assembly. Sincerely, s/Timothy V. Johnson State Representative 104th District Chairman of the Democratic Representative Committee for the 7th Rep. District NOTIFICATION OF VACANCY Representative Committee of the ) Republican Party of the ) 104th Representative District ) ) STATE OF ILLINOIS ) WHEREAS, State Representative Timothy V. Johnson, a member of the Republican Party, has resigned as Representative in the General Assembly for the 104th Representative District; WHEREAS, Representative Johnson was the duly elected State Representative for the 104th Representative District for the 91st General Assembly; WHEREAS, Representative Johnson's resignation was effective November 13, 2000; NOW, THEREFORE, the Representative Committee of the Republican Party of the 104th Representative District does hereby find and declare that the office of State Representative for the 104th District is vacant for the remainder of the 91st General Assembly. SIGNED: s/Mike Dooley Chairman ATTEST: s/David Albin Secretary Dated: November 13, 2000 CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT TO FILL VACANCY IN THE OFFICE OF REPRESENTATIVE IN THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY Representative Committee of the ) Republican Party of the ) 104th Representative District ) ) STATE OF ILLINOIS ) WHEREAS, a vacancy has occurred in the office of Representative in the General Assembly in the One Hundred Fourth (104th) District by reason of the resignation of Timothy V. Johnson, a duly elected officer of the Republican Party from the One Hundred Fourth (104th) District of the State of Illinois; and, WHEREAS, the Representative Committee of the Republican Party of the 104th District has met and voted to fill the vacancy in said office, as required by 10 ILCS 25/6. NOW, THEREFORE, BE RESOLVED that the Representative Committee of the Republican Party of the One Hundred Fourth (104th) District of Illinois Hereby appoint Thomas B. Berns of 109 Whitehall Court, Urbana,
[November 14, 2000] 6 IL 61801, a member of the Republican Party, to the office of Representative in the General Assembly, One Hundred Fourth (104th) Representative District, State of Illinois. s/Mike Dooley 11/13/00 10,124 Char. of the Rep. Com.Date Votes Cast s/David Albin 11/13/00 2,925 Sec. of the Rep. Com.Date Votes Cast s/Eric Thompson 11/13/00 1,171 Mem. of the Rep. Com.Date Votes Cast ATTEST: s/David Albin 11/13/00 Secretary, Rep. Com. Date OATH OF OFFICE I, Thomas B. Berns, do solemnly swear that I will support the Constitution of the United States, and the Constitution of the State of Illinois, and that I will faithfully discharge the duties of the office of State Representative for the 104th Representative in the General Assembly of the State of Illinois District to the best of my ability. s/Thomas B. Berns Subscribed and Sworn to before me on this 14th day of November, 2000. s/Ben Miller Justice, Supreme Court of Illinois LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL JACK D. FRANKS STATE REPRESENTATIVE - 63RD DISTRICT November 14, 2000 Anthony Rossi Clerk of the House Room 402 Capitol Building Springfield, Illinois 62706 Dear Clerk Rossi, I have a potential conflict of interest with the subject material in HB3838. I am therefore voting present. I request that the record reflect my present vote due to my potential conflict of interest. Sincerely, s/Jack D. Franks State Representative 63rd District REPORT FROM THE COMMITTEE ON RULES Representative Currie, Chairperson of the Committee on Rules, reported that the following Legislative Measure has been approved for consideration - Compliance: Motion to Accept Amendatory Veto to HOUSE BILL 3838. The foregoing concurrence was placed on the House Calendar. COMMITTEE ON RULES REFERRALS
7 [November 14, 2000] Representative Barbara Flynn Currie, Chairperson of the Committee on Rules, reported the following legislative measures and/or joint action motions have been assigned as follows: Committee on Appropriations-Human Services: HOUSE BILLS 4731 and 4577. Committee on Personnel & Pensions: SENATE BILL 1047; House Amendment 2 to SENATE BILL 851. Committee on Revenue: HOUSE BILLS 4738 and 4744. MOTIONS SUBMITTED Representative Currie submitted the following written motion, which was placed on the order of Motions: MOTION Pursuant to Rule 18(g), I move to discharge the Committee on Rules from further consideration of HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION 73 and to hear it immediately. Representative Black submitted the following written motion, which was placed on the order of Motions: MOTION Pursuant to Rule 18(g), I move to discharge the Committee on Rules from further consideration of HOUSE BILL 4743 and advance to the order of Second Reading-Standard Debate. Representative Black submitted the following written motion, which was placed on the order of Motions: MOTION Pursuant to Rule 18(g), I move to discharge the Committee on Rules from further consideration of HOUSE BILL 4754 and advance to the order of Second Reading-Standard Debate. VETO MOTIONS SUBMITTED Representative Winkel submitted the following written motion, which was placed on the order of Motions: MOTION #1 I move to accept the specific recommendations of the Governor as to HOUSE BILL 861 in manner and form as follows: AMENDMENT TO HOUSE BILL 861 IN ACCEPTANCE OF GOVERNOR'S RECOMMENDATIONS Amend House Bill 861 on page 4, by replacing line 9 with the following: "(a)(1),
[November 14, 2000] 8 HOUSE BILL 4757. Introduced by Representative Black, a bill for AN ACT to amend the Counties Code. HOUSE BILL 4758. Introduced by Representative Black, a bill for AN ACT making appropriations. HOUSE BILL 4759. Introduced by Representative Parke, a bill for AN ACT in relation to taxes. AGREED RESOLUTIONS The following resolutions were offered and placed on the Calendar on the order of Agreed Resolutions. HOUSE RESOLUTION 813 Offered by Representative Smith: WHEREAS, The House of Representatives is pleased to recognize Illinois citizens who have distinguished themselves in service to their community and this State; and WHEREAS, It has come to our attention that William E. Leitze has announced his retirement from teaching, coaching, and bus driver training; and WHEREAS, Mr. Leitze has served as a bus driver instructor for the Fulton/Schuyler Region since the inception of the instructional program twenty-five years ago; he has always been an advocate for student safety and his position on student safety has been reflected in his instruction; and WHEREAS, Mr. Leitze has brought teaching skills to his bus driver instruction; he has dedicated his driver instruction service to the safety of children in the Region; and WHEREAS, Mr. Leitze has earned the respect and support of all school bus drivers and people who have come to know him; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we acknowledge and applaud Mr. William E. Leitze for his dedication and service to the School Bus Drivers of Fulton/Schuyler Regional Office of Education #22 and for his teaching and coaching during his career; we extend to him our best wishes for the future; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to William E. Leitze. HOUSE RESOLUTION 814 Offered by Representative Gash: WHEREAS, It has come to the attention of the Illinois House of Representatives that Dr. William Sloane Coffin is celebrating the 75th anniversary of his birth; and WHEREAS, Dr. William Sloane Coffin came to international attention when he served as Chaplain of Yale University from 1957 to 1975; he was known for his activism during the civil rights movement and the anti-Vietnam War movement; he was an adviser to the Peace Corps and co-founded Clergy and Laity Concerned for Vietnam; and WHEREAS, Dr. Coffin was the senior minister at Riverside Church in New York City, where he would challenge his congregation to seek justice in their public lives; he established the church's Disarmament Program and traveled extensively, promoting international peace and human rights; and WHEREAS, Dr. Coffin is the president emeritus of SANE/FREEZE: Campaign for Global Security, where he is widely known for his advocacy of the fundamental connection between peace, the environment, and social justice; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Dr. William Sloane Coffin on the occasion of his 75th birthday and extend to Dr. William Sloane Coffin our sincere best wishes for the future;
9 [November 14, 2000] and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Dr. William Sloane Coffin as an expression of our respect and esteem. HOUSE RESOLUTION 815 Offered by Representative Curry: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to recognize milestones in the history of churches in the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, Mt. Zion Presbyterian Church in Mt. Zion, Illinois, will be celebrating 170 years of ministry in the year 2000; and WHEREAS, On April 24, 1830, the Mt. Zion Presbyterian Church was established; the church was the first organized place of worship in Macon County; and WHEREAS, The Mt. Zion Presbyterian Academy was originally built on property next to the church, after the members of the church saw a need for an institute of higher learning; in 1901 the Academy was moved to the city of Decatur and renamed Millikin University; and WHEREAS, In 1977 the Mt. Zion Presbyterian Child Care Center was established in the community of Mt. Zion; the church established the first Adult Day Care Center in the area; it now is a part of the St. Mary's Hospital Complex; and WHEREAS, The church members will be celebrating the anniversary of the church in May of 2000; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate the congregation of Mt. Zion Presbyterian Church on the 170th anniversary of ministry in the Mt. Zion and Decatur communities; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the congregation at Mt. Zion Presbyterian Church. HOUSE RESOLUTION 816 Offered by Representative O'Brien: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor milestones in the lives of Illinois citizens; and WHEREAS, Joe Schmitz, President of Exchange Bank in Gardner, Illinois, will retire on May 5, 2000; he began his career in banking in 1976 as the Assistant Vice President and Marketing Director of the First National Bank of Morris; in 1978 he was promoted to Vice President; in 1986 he took over the responsibilities of Retail Bank Manager; in 1989 he became President and CEO of Exchange Bank; and WHEREAS, Joe Schmitz was born and raised in Streator, Illinois; he graduated from St. Anthony's Grade School and Streator High School; he spent four years serving his country in the United States Navy; in 1965 he married Carol Mertel of Deer Park, Illinois; and WHEREAS, Joe Schmitz is a 1979 graduate of the ABA/Bank Marketing School at the University of Colorado, and a 1983 graduate of the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin; and WHEREAS, Joe Schmitz has always believed in serving in the community, and has done so with involvement with the Grundy County United Fund Board from 1978 to 1982, serving as treasurer for four years and as Drive Chairman in 1977; he founded Operation St. Nick in 1979, and today serves as the President; for seven years he coached little league baseball; for nine years he coached girls softball, and led his team to the Colt World Series Championship twice; and WHEREAS, Joe Schmitz was a charter board member of Morris Area Leisure Services; he served on the Immaculate Conception School board, and served as President of the P.T.C. for two years; he served on the board of the Grundy Community Hospice, and served as treasurer for three years; he was a charter board member of the Illinois Transplant Fund; he served on the Board of Directors for Crime Stoppers for three years; he was treasurer of the Grundy County Heart Fund four years; he was a board member of the Grundy County Chamber of Commerce for six years; and he served as treasurer and board member of the
[November 14, 2000] 10 Korean/Vietnam Memorial from 1988 to 1991; and WHEREAS, Mr. Schmitz received the Grundy County Man of the Year award in 1974, the 1996 Gardner Community Involvement award, which has become an annual award named in his honor, and he was named Citizen of the Year in 1997 by the Morris Lions Club; and WHEREAS, Mr. Schmitz currently serves as a lector at Immaculate Conception Church, as President of Operation St. Nick, as a board member of the Morris Community Foundation and the Grundy County State's Attorney Crime Victims Relief Fund, as Chairman of the Gardner Industrial Development Committee, as Vice President of the Morris Police Pension Board, as a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, the Knights of Columbus, the Moose Lodge, and the American Legion Post, all located in Morris, Illinois; and WHEREAS, Together with his wife, Carol, his three children, Tad, Jeni, and Karla, and his three grandchildren, Brandon, Joshua, and Emily, Mr. Schmitz has a full agenda planned upon his retirement; he will be traveling and visiting family, including his mother, brothers, and his sister; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Mr. Joe Schmitz on his retirement; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Mr. Joe Schmitz. HOUSE RESOLUTION 817 Offered by Representative Feigenholtz: WHEREAS, It is with great pleasure that the members of this Body welcome the opportunity to recognize citizens of this State who have made outstanding contributions and sacrifices to mankind; and WHEREAS, Many American volunteers fought on behalf of the Jewish People for Israel's War of Independence in 1948-49; and WHEREAS, At great personal risk, these men and women offered themselves and their services to assist the Nation of Israel during crucial times; and WHEREAS, There were 4,000 volunteers who went to Israel during its War of Independence in 1948; they came from the United States, Canada, England, and South Africa; many were World War II veterans eager to use their experience to defend the new nation of Israel; and WHEREAS, They served in fourteen branches of the Israel military during the war; ninety percent of the new Iraeli air force were Americans; many American and Canadian volunteers manned the ships that brought 35,000 holocaust survivors to Israel; many lost their lives defending Israel in this great struggle for independence; and WHEREAS, Several of the men who volunteered were residents of Chicago: Avrum Israel Weinzweig, David Gutmann, Jules Cubernek, Leonard Sherman, Milton Shulman, Moshe Litoff, Christopher Magee, John McConville, William Lichtman, Albert Brownstein, Dick Cohen, Murray Kaplan, Arnold Kite, Mr. & Mrs. Robert Leeds, Nathaniel Ratner, Lyon Sacksner, the late Jack Fox, Martha Fox, Ben-Haggai Steuerman, Daruch J. Rabinowitz, and Manuel Silver; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we take pleasure in honoring Avrum Israel Weinzweig, David Gutmann, Jules Cubernek, Leonard Sherman, Milton Shulman, Moshe Litoff, Christopher Magee, John McConville, William Lichtman, Albert Brownstein, Dick Cohen, Murray Kaplan, Arnold Kite, Mr. & Mrs. Robert Leeds, Nathaniel Ratner, Lyon Sacksner, the late Jack Fox, Martha Fox, Ben-Haggai Steuerman, Daruch J. Rabinowitz, and Manuel Silver for their sacrifice and the service they gave to the Nation of Israel during the War of Independence, and we also honor the courageous men who died flying and fighting for Israel's independence; and be it further RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution be presented to those mentioned above. HOUSE RESOLUTION 818
11 [November 14, 2000] Offered by Representative Curry: WHEREAS, It has come to the attention of the members of the Illinois House of Representatives that Elizabeth Ann Harden Chambliss will be retiring as the National Education Association Director for Illinois and the Decatur Education Association President; and WHEREAS, E. Ann Chambliss was born on October 10, 1944 in Paris, Tennessee; she was Valedictorian of her graduating class at Central High School in 1961; she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Tennessee State University in 1965 and her Master of Science degree in Elementary and Early Childhood Education from the University of Illinois in 1980; and WHEREAS, E. Ann Chambliss has taught in Decatur Public School District #61 since 1965; she was the recipient of a Life Membership in the PTA of Washington School; she is a member of the Alpha Chapter of Kappa Delta Phi, the Decatur Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa, and the Beta Sigma Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma; and WHEREAS, She is a member of the Decatur Education Association, the Illinois Education Association, and the National Education Association, where she serves as Director for Illinois; she is a member of the United Way Board of Directors, the Partners in Education Board of Directors, the YWCA Women of Excellence Steering Committee, the Decatur Day Care Center Board of Directors, and the City of Decatur Strategic Planning Committee; and WHEREAS, E. Ann Chambliss is a member of St. Peter's A.M.E. Church; she is a member of the Executive Committee of the NAACP; she is the immediate past president of Certified Teachers in Action; she is a member of the Springfield-Decatur Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.; and she is a member of the African-American Community Roundtable; and WHEREAS, E. Ann Chambliss will be celebrating her retirement with her many friends and her son, Lemont; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate E. Ann Chambliss on her retirement and extend to her our best wishes for her future; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to E. Ann Chambliss. HOUSE RESOLUTION 819 Offered by Representative Scully: WHEREAS, It has come to our attention that the Flossmoor Woman's Club is celebrating its 40th Anniversary this year; and WHEREAS, Organized in 1959 as a member of the national General Federation of Woman's Clubs, the group has been involved in various community improvement programs and works to help fund equipment for hospitals, the library, and the paramedics; and WHEREAS, Funds for these charitable works are raised at an October fashion luncheon, a Christmas Boutique-Bake Sale, and a Bridge marathon; and WHEREAS, These organizations are part of the current charities: the Alzeheimer's Association, Aunt Martha's Youth Service Center, the Cancer Support Center, the Children Home & Aids Society, GFWC Projects, H.F. Art Scholarship, Irons Oaks, the Marie Irwin Center, the Music Scholarship, PADS, the Prairie State Academic Scholarship, the South Suburban Family Shelter, the South Suburban Humane Society, and the Village of Flossmoor Paramedics; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate the Flossmoor Woman's Club on its 40th Anniversary and applaud its dedication and devotion to wonderful causes; and be it further RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution be presented to outgoing President Diana Melton and incoming President Jean Miller. HOUSE RESOLUTION 820
[November 14, 2000] 12 Offered by Representative Scully: WHEREAS, It has come to the attention of the House of Representatives that Bloom Township High School in Chicago Heights is celebrating its one hundredth anniversary this year; and WHEREAS, The school received its charter on May 21, 1900; it began in four rooms rented from Washington School with an initial enrollment of 81 students and 3 teachers; and WHEREAS, By 1901, a new school was built on the southwest corner of Lincoln and Dixie Highways; in 1931, construction began on the Bloom Township High School at 10th Street and Dixie Highway and, in 1934, students moved into the new school; and WHEREAS, The centennial celebration starts with the Centennial Family Festival May 20 and 21 on the Bloom High School grounds; on June 26, the District 206 Education Foundation will sponsor its eighth annual golf outing at the Glenwoodie golf course; and the centennial will conclude in September with a three-day schedule of events, starting with the homecoming football game and a reunion of all Bloom Township High School classes; and WHEREAS, During the past one hundred years, Bloom Township High School has gone through a series of renovations, expansions, and modernizations, and through it all has, with dedication and devotion, notably continued to provide Chicago Heights with the necessary services essential to the education and stabilization of the youth of the community; and WHEREAS, Bloom Township High School has been a stable and enduring beacon of scholastic service to its community; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Bloom Township High School of Chicago Heights on the occasion of its centennial anniversary and acknowledge the valuable services it has provided throughout the years; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Linda Byrd, Principal of Bloom Township High School. HOUSE RESOLUTION 821 Offered by Representative Scully: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives wish to recognize the accomplishments and achievements of the Park Forest residents who contribute to the activism, cultural diversity, and community spirit of the village; and WHEREAS, The Village of Park Forest honored eight individuals by inducting them into the Park Forest Hall of Fame on April 16, 2000; and WHEREAS, Etel Billig, a founder of the Illinois Theater Center, has brought professional theater and a distinguished cultural reputation to Park Forest; and WHEREAS, Mrs. Billig's efforts to help stage special performances for worthy causes, bring theater to the classroom, and make the stage a classroom for aspiring actors have contributed to the enrichment of south suburban residents; and WHEREAS, Harriet Marcus Gross has been a community activist for over 17 years and has made significant contributions to Park Forest, including chairing the Park Forest Commission of Human Relations and helping to create the Far South Suburban Housing Service; and WHEREAS, Ms. Gross's efforts and suggestion for the building of Freedom Hall helped Park Forest win its second All-American City award; and WHEREAS, Jerry Knight has a long standing commitment to education through his efforts as a student at the University of Chicago who studied Park Forest, as a reformer who helped draft legislation to change school funding, and as an activist who helped establish Governors State University; and WHEREAS, Mr. Knight's active work in the field of environmental issues, public health, and veterans issues continue to raise public awareness; and WHEREAS, Stan and Jan Moore have dedicated their lives to teaching
13 [November 14, 2000] and enriching the lives of thousands of south suburban students and serve as role models for Park Forest citizens; and WHEREAS, The Moore's travels and community service continue to spread the story of Park Forest to people all over the world; and WHEREAS, Irwin "Pappy" Schechter has won numerous awards and citations for his work as general manager, editor, and publisher of the Park Forest Reporter; and WHEREAS, Mr. Schechter's role as a member of the first District 163 school board, charter member of the Park Forest Lions Club and Congregation Beth Sholom, first commissioner of Park Forest Boy's Baseball, and president of the Park Forest Merchants Association shows unparalleled participation in community service; and WHEREAS, Robert Smart has been a long time village resident and active participant in the leadership and service of numerous organizations such as the Kiwanis Club, the Park Forest Recreation Board, the School District 163 Board of Education, the Art Center, and the 50th Anniversary Committee; and WHEREAS, Mr. Smart's service also includes fundraising for the Community Chest, the Freedom Hall, and the library's "Gateway to Information" program; and WHEREAS, Warren Utes is considered one of the greatest senior runners of all time and holds more than 20 national age group records for seniors and more than 10 world records; and WHEREAS, Mr. Utes' devotion to running and promotion of the Park Forest Scenic 10 earned him a place in the initial Park Forest Scenic 10 Hall of Fame; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate the eight nominees on their induction to the Park Forest Hall of Fame and recognize their outstanding contributions to Park Forest and the State of Illinois; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to each member of the 2000 Class Hall of Fame. HOUSE RESOLUTION 822 Offered by Representative Gash: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives wish to congratulate the students of St. James Catholic School, Oak Terrace School, Wayne Thomas School, and Northwood Junior High School on being honored by the Highwood Chamber of Commerce at the annual Ralph Pottker Memorial Student Honor Luncheon; and WHEREAS, The students from St. James Catholic School are Steven Carbajal, John Henry Clark, Stephanie Escobar, Sarah Greedan, Gianfranco Paoletti, Stephen Vignocchi, David Wawrzyniak, Steven Danna, Meg Webb, Jose Escobar, and Phaneslyn Williams; and WHEREAS, The students from Oak Terrace School are Robin Brown, Eugene V. Nolfi III, Francisco Gomez, Ashley Thielecke, Yanderi Gonzalez, Ryan Byrd, Gregorio Rodriguez, Katy Potter, Donald Sticken, Jessica Baker, Valeria Sanchez, and Diana Lupu-Vieru; and WHEREAS, The students from Wayne Thomas School are Alexis Arons, Nick Deuel, Merrill Davis, Arielle Mann, Justin Hefter, Blake Levy, Rachel Schwartz, Lisa Greenfield, Abe Berkley-Vigil, Curren Sharma, Arden Roston, and Alyssa Mattero; and WHEREAS, The students from Northwood Junior High School are Rebecca Zwang, Christina Pieracci, Fredis Elizalde, Ted McKenzie, Brandon Berkley-Vigil, Omar Ramirez, Luca Valente, Sandra Vitulli, Ngiste Abebe, Geno Bernardi, Holden Metz, and Jessica Marban; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate the fine students of St. James Catholic School, Oak Terrace School, Wayne Thomas School, and Northwood Junior High School on their achievements; and be it further RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution be presented to the student honorees of Oak Terrace School, St. James Catholic School, Wayne Thomas School, and Northwood Junior High School.
[November 14, 2000] 14 HOUSE RESOLUTION 823 Offered by Representative Granberg: WHEREAS, This Body is pleased to recognize Illinois citizens who have distinguished themselves in service to their community; and WHEREAS, It has come to our attention that Omar K. Squibb, Sr. will receive an award from the State Fire Marshal at a dinner in his honor on Tuesday, May 9, 2000; and WHEREAS, Mr. Squibb has been President of the Board of Trustees for the Salem Fire Protection District from 1955 (when it was created) until 2000; and WHEREAS, Mr. Squibb was born in Salem on December 12, 1918; he married Iris E. Needham on March 31, 1942; and WHEREAS, The Squibbs have been blessed with two children, Omar K. Squibb, Jr. and Sara Lynn Squibb-Gergeni, six grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, A lifelong resident of Marion County and a World War II United States Army veteran, Omar Squibb planned, promoted, and coordinated the development of the Salem Fire Protection District in 1955; and WHEREAS, He farmed his grandfather's farm, which was recognized as Illinois' Centennial Farm in 1963; and WHEREAS, Omar K. Squibb, Sr. has earned the respect and admiration of all who have come to know him; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Omar K. Squibb, Sr. on receiving an award from the State Fire Marshal and applaud his service of forty-five years to the Salem Fire Protection District; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Omar K. Squibb, Sr. HOUSE RESOLUTION 824 Offered by Representative Stephens: WHEREAS, The highest award the National Council of the Boy Scouts of America can bestow upon a Scout is that of Eagle Scout; and WHEREAS, Kevin Harrison Miller of Boy Scout Troop 91 in Troy recently received the Eagle Scout Award; and WHEREAS, In order to qualify as an Eagle Scout, a young man must demonstrate outstanding qualities of leadership, a willingness to be of help to others, and superior skills in camping, lifesaving, and first aid; and WHEREAS, In earning this high rank, Kevin Harrison Miller joins an elite and honorable fraternity of achievers that counts among its members an extraordinary number of this nation's great leaders in business, government, education, and other sectors of society; and WHEREAS, The achievement of the rank of Eagle Scout reflects favorably upon the recipient, his justly proud family, his Scoutmaster, and his fellow scouts; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we join his family and friends in congratulating Kevin Harrison Miller upon attaining the coveted rank of Eagle Scout and commend him upon the unswerving dedication to excellence that is the hallmark of the Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Eagle Scout Kevin Harrison Miller as an expression of our respect and esteem. HOUSE RESOLUTION 825 Offered by Representative O'Brien: WHEREAS, This Body is pleased to recognize Illinois citizens who have distinguished themselves in service to their community; and WHEREAS, It has come to our attention that Roger Clemmons has
15 [November 14, 2000] announced his retirement as Superintendent of the Gardner-South Wilmington High School in Gardner, a position he has held since 1992; and WHEREAS, Roger Clemmons was born in Edmonton, Kentucky, on May 28, 1944; he graduated from Lexington High School in Lexington, Illinois, in 1962, earned his Bachelor of Science in Social Studies in 1966, earned a Master's Degree in Education from Illinois State University in 1972, received a Certificate of Advanced Study from Illinois State University in 1990, and received his Principal's Endorsement from the Illinois Office of Education in 1976; and WHEREAS, Roger Clemmons married Linda Clemmons in 1966; they have been blessed with two daughters, Lisa Clemmons-Stott and Amy Clemmons; and WHEREAS, Roger Clemmons was a grade school history teacher in Chenoa Unit District #9 from 1966 to 1977, a high school history teacher from 1977 to 1985, and then principal from 1985 to 1992 before becoming Superintendent at Gardner-South Wilmington High School in 1992; and WHEREAS, Mr. Clemmons has been involved in community service, coaching, extra-curricular events, and church related activities, such as being an Emergency Medical Technician with the Chenoa Ambulance Service; the Chenoa Summer Baseball Program coach; a Deacon, Sunday School Teacher, and Church Board Secretary of Meadows Mennonite Church in Chenoa; the Chenoa Park District Commissioner; the 5th and 6th grade basketball coach in Chenoa; an assistant coach of the boys high school basketball team; an operating room technician in the military from 1967 to 1969; and a Gardner Lions Club Member; and WHEREAS, Mr. Clemmons was Chairman of the Grundy Area Vocational Center, President of the Three Rivers Education for Employment System, and President of the Special Education Co-op; and WHEREAS, Roger Clemmons is a respected teacher, mentor, and administrator, who shared his enthusiasm for young adults by attending and participating in thousands of extra-curricular events from sporting events to after-hour proms over the years; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Roger Clemmons on his retirement as Superintendent at Gardner-South Wilmington High School and applaud his thirty-four years of devoted service to the teaching profession; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Roger Clemmons as a token of our esteem and appreciation. HOUSE RESOLUTION 826 Offered by Representative O'Brien: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor milestones in the lives of Illinois' citizens; and WHEREAS, On June 11, 2000, the Morris Fire Department will be honoring three of their own, three members celebrating forty years with the Department; and WHEREAS, Robert Coleman was born and raised in Morris; he is a graduate of Morris Community High School and has an Associate degree from Rockford Business College; he is a veteran of the United States Army; and he owns Coleman/Kohlhogen Century 21; and WHEREAS, Robert Coleman has served as a firefighter since 1960; he has served as the Fire Department Secretary, Assistant Chief, Chief in 1978, and as the Morris Fire Marshall; and WHEREAS, Robert Coleman is married to Barbara, and they have three children, Leslie, Robin, and R.H.; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Robert Coleman on his fortieth anniversary with the Morris Fire Department; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Robert Coleman.
[November 14, 2000] 16 HOUSE RESOLUTION 827 Offered by Representative O'Brien: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor milestones in the lives of Illinois' citizens; and WHEREAS, On June 11, 2000, the Morris Fire Department will be honoring three of their own, three members celebrating forty years with the Department; and WHEREAS, Thomas R. Bryant was born and raised in Morris; he is a graduate of Morris Community High School; and WHEREAS, Thomas R. Bryant has served as a firefighter since 1960; he has served as the Fire Department Trustee; he is the former owner of Morris Trucking; and WHEREAS, Thomas R. Bryant is married to Delores, and they have three children, John, Paul, and Kay; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Thomas R. Bryant on his fortieth anniversary with the Morris Fire Department; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Thomas R. Bryant. HOUSE RESOLUTION 828 Offered by Representative O'Brien: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor milestones in the lives of Illinois' citizens; and WHEREAS, On June 11, 2000, the Morris Fire Department will be honoring three of their own, three members celebrating forty years with the Department; and WHEREAS, Glenn F. Bright was born and raised in Morris; he is a graduate of Morris Community High School; and WHEREAS, Glenn F. Bright has served as a firefighter since 1960; he has served as the Fire Department Secretary, Treasurer, a Lieutenant with the Emergency Squad, Captain, Past President, Firefighter 1 and 2, and is a member of the Countywide 911 Committee; and WHEREAS, Glenn F. Bright is married to Peggy, and they have two children, Nan and Glenda; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Glenn F. Bright on his fortieth anniversary with the Morris Fire Department; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Glenn F. Bright. HOUSE RESOLUTION 829 Offered by Representative Gash: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives wish to acknowledge and salute the patriotic service and personal sacrifices performed by members of the United States military during and immediately after World War II and particularly those of Thomas Somlo of Riverwoods, Illinois; and WHEREAS, Tom Somlo served with the 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment in occupied Japan as an intelligence and counter-intelligence agent and was instrumental in obtaining critical information leading to the destruction of mines in the sea lanes north of Japan; and WHEREAS, Tom Somlo was injured during a nighttime parachute jump over Sendai, Japan; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we acknowledge and salute Thomas Somlo on his service to our country; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Thomas Somlo. HOUSE RESOLUTION 830
17 [November 14, 2000] Offered by Representatives Feigenholtz, Franks, Gash, Giglio, Hamos, Lang, Mathias, Schoenberg and Slone: WHEREAS, It is with great pleasure that the members of this Body welcome the opportunity to recognize citizens of this State who have made outstanding contributions and sacrifices to mankind; and WHEREAS, Many American volunteers fought on behalf of the Jewish People for Israel's War of Independence in 1948-49; and WHEREAS, At great personal risk, these men and women offered themselves and their services to assist the Nation of Israel during crucial times; and WHEREAS, There were 4,000 volunteers who went to Israel during its War of Independence in 1948; they came from the United States, Canada, England, and South Africa; many were World War II veterans eager to use their experience to defend the new nation of Israel; and WHEREAS, They served in fourteen branches of the Israel military during the war; ninety percent of the new Israeli air force were Americans; many American and Canadian volunteers manned the ships that brought 35,000 holocaust survivors to Israel; many lost their lives defending Israel in this great struggle for independence; and WHEREAS, Several of the men who volunteered were residents of Chicago: Avrum Israel Weinzweig, David Gutmann, Jules Cubernek, Leonard Sherman, Milton Shulman, Moshe Litoff, Christopher Magee, John McConville, William Lichtman, Albert Brownstein, Dick Cohen, Murray Kaplan, Arnold Kite, Mr. & Mrs. Robert Leeds, Nathaniel Ratner, Lyon Sacksner, the late Jack Fox, Martha Fox, Ben-Haggai Steuerman, Baruch J. Rabinowitz, and Manuel Silver; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we take pleasure in honoring Avrum Israel Weinzweig, David Gutmann, Jules Cubernek, Leonard Sherman, Milton Shulman, Moshe Litoff, Christopher Magee, John McConville, William Lichtman, Albert Brownstein, Dick Cohen, Murray Kaplan, Arnold Kite, Mr. & Mrs. Robert Leeds, Nathaniel Ratner, Lyon Sacksner, the late Jack Fox, Martha Fox, Ben-Haggai Steuerman, Baruch J. Rabinowitz, and Manuel Silver for their sacrifice and the service they gave to the Nation of Israel during the War of Independence, and we also honor the courageous men who died flying and fighting for Israel's independence; and be it further RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution be presented to those mentioned above. HOUSE RESOLUTION 831 Offered by Representative Curry: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor milestones in the lives of citizens of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, Marilyn Benedino, director of the Piatt County Nursing Home (PCNH) will retire on June 2, 2000; and WHEREAS, Marilyn Benedino joined PCNH in 1974 as director of fiscal services, where she was responsible for accounting and personnel management; in 1982 she assumed the position of director; and WHEREAS, Under the leadership of Marilyn Benedino, PCNH moved to a new building with 36 new beds, which is now the Alzheimer's Unit; PCNH began offering services to the elderly in the community and established Piatt County Services for Seniors, helping those in need with services such as public aid, Medicare, home-delivered meals, and energy assistance; and WHEREAS, Under her direction, PCNH established Faith in Action, organizing and supporting volunteers from the churches in Piatt County; PCNH set up the Piatt County Nursing Home Foundation, raising money for the nursing home and its many programs; and WHEREAS, Marilyn Benedino helped establish a scholarship program to pay tuition to nursing assistants to the R.N. and L.P.N programs at Parkland College; and WHEREAS, Marilyn Benedino and her husband, John, plan to travel in their spare time; therefore, be it
[November 14, 2000] 18 RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Marilyn Benedino on a job well done and wish her the best in her future endeavors; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Marilyn Benedino. HOUSE RESOLUTION 832 Offered by Representative Curry - Hoffman: WHEREAS, The institution of marriage is one of the cornerstones upon which our society is built, and a marriage that has achieved a notable longevity is truly a model for the people of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, It has come to our attention that Mr. and Mrs. Max Scott will celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of their marriage; and WHEREAS, Max Scott and Mary Helen Scott were united in holy matrimony on June 9, 1950; they met and courted at Maroa-Forsythe High School in Maroa, Illinois; and WHEREAS, They are the loving parents of Drew, James, Thomas, and the late Leslie Scott; and the proud grandparents of Ellen and Emma Scott; and WHEREAS, Max Scott spent his life as a teacher and speech therapist in different schools throughout the Central Illinois area; Mary Helen Scott was a homemaker and a professional secretary and bookkeeper for the Illinois Farm Bureau; Mrs. Scott has recently spent time serving as a part-time postmaster in Harristown, Illinois and Mr. Scott has served as a speech therapist for the United Way Organization; and WHEREAS, The respect for marriage reaches one of its highest plateaus when a couple such as Max and Mary Helen Scott celebrate their golden wedding anniversary; and WHEREAS, Max and Mary Helen Scott stand as examples of the best of our society, and their love and devotion to each other and to their family and friends serve as a reminder to all that hard work, dedication, and love can make a difference in today's world; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Max and Mary Helen Scott on the occasion of their fiftieth wedding anniversary; that we commend them for achieving a long and happy marriage, blessed with children and grandchildren and rich in friendships; and that we wish them happiness and good health in the future; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to them as an expression of our respect and esteem. HOUSE RESOLUTION 833 Offered by Representative Granberg: WHEREAS, Nancy Scranton, former resident of Centralia, Illinois, recently won her first LPGA Tour title since 1992, on January 23, 2000; and WHEREAS, Nancy Scranton qualified for her first LPGA Tour in 1985, on her first attempt; she won her first tour event in 1991 at the du Maurier Ltd. Classic, where she set a course record with a career low round of 64; and WHEREAS, Her second title win was at the Los Coyotes LPGA Classic in 1992; she also placed second at the Ocean State Open in 1989, and has been in the top ten many times; and WHEREAS, In high school Nancy Scranton excelled at sports, winning both the 80 and 110 hurdle events at the South Seven Conference track meets in 1976; she was the leading rebounder on the 1979 Orphan Annies basketball squad; she was named the outstanding player of the year on Centralia High School's first softball team in 1979; and WHEREAS, Nancy Scranton made three State tournaments in golf as District medalist in 1976, 1977, and 1978; when not playing on the girl's golf team, she would hold the second position on the boy's team;
19 [November 14, 2000] she was the first girl to play in the South Seven Conference boy's golf meet; She was named Centralia High School woman athlete of the year in 1979, and earned ten varsity letters during her high school years; and WHEREAS, Nancy Scranton attended Florida State University and the University of Kentucky; in 1983 she was named to the All-Southeastern Conference, and was chosen one of only 17 individual golfers to compete in the NCAA Division I tournament in 1984; and WHEREAS, Nancy Scranton won titles in the St. Louis Metro Women's Golf Tourney in 1981 and 1982; in 1983 she won the Illinois Ladies State Amateur Tourney, and received third place in 1984; and WHEREAS, Centralia and all of Illinois can be proud of Nancy Scranton and her fine career; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Nancy Scranton on winning the LPGA Tour title; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Nancy Scranton. HOUSE RESOLUTION 834 Offered by Representative Brosnahan: WHEREAS, It has come to our attention that Lorelle V. Cutforth has announced his retirement as Assistant Superintendent of Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123; and WHEREAS, He was born in Quincy in 1944; he received his bachelor's degree in education from Illinois State University in 1966, his master's degree from Purdue University in 1971, and his C.A.S. from Northern Illinois University in 1979; and WHEREAS, He has been a member of the Kiwanis since 1987 and is a member of Promise Keepers; and WHEREAS, He began his teaching career at Canterbury Junior High School in Markham teaching Social Studies and Science from 1966 to 1968; he taught History of Government at Seton High School in South Holland in 1968-1969; he taught Social Studies at O. W. Huth Upper Grade Center in Matteson from 1969 to 1971 and was Assistant Principal from 1971 to 1974; and he was Principal at Covington from 1974 to 1994 and Assistant Superintendent from 1994 to June 30, 2000 at District 123; and WHEREAS, Mr. Cutforth has been supported throughout his public and private life by his wife, Nancy, and his twin children, Zack and Jocelyn; and WHEREAS, Lorelle Cutforth has earned the respect and admiration of all who have come to know him; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Lorelle V. Cutforth on his retirement from District 123 after twenty-six years of dedicated service; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Lorelle V. Cutforth. HOUSE RESOLUTION 835 Offered by Representative Curry: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor milestones in the lives of citizens of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, Dwayne O. Andreas, Chairman Emeritus of the Archer Daniels Midland Co., was recently honored in a black-tie ceremony inducting him as the first member of the Junior Achievement for East Central Illinois' Business Hall of Fame in Decatur, Illinois; and WHEREAS, Mr. Andreas was honored by his friend, guest speaker and retired broadcaster, David Brinkley; Andrew Young, president of the National Council of Churches and ADM board member, and Brian Mulroney, former prime minister of Canada, also spoke on behalf of Mr. Andreas; and WHEREAS, Under the leadership of Mr. Andreas, ADM has contributed
[November 14, 2000] 20 over $2.7 million to local charities, including: Boys & Girls Clubs of America, the Children's Museum of Illinois, the Decatur Area Arts Council, Decatur Area Crimestoppers, Decatur-Macon County Senior Center, Dove, Inc., Millikin University, Partners in Education, Special Olympics of Central Illinois, the United Way of Decatur and Macon County, and the YMCA; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Andreas have contributed over $2 million to the Boys and Girls Club of America, most of it for the Decatur organization; and WHEREAS, The Andreas family and their family foundation have donated to the Anti Defamation League of B'Nai B'rith, America the Beautiful, the Corporation to End World Hunger, Junior Achievement, Mother Theresa Catholic Charities, National Public Radio, and United Way; the foundation gave $1 million to the National Council of Churches designated for the Southern Black churches that have burned in recent years; and WHEREAS, Mr. Andreas was instrumental in developing the School Lunch Program; he also helped to initiate the federal Food Stamp Program; and he gives to local programs each year to provide food for the poor in the Decatur area; and WHEREAS, Archer Daniels Midland Co. was also honored as an outstanding business; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Mr. Dwayne O. Andreas, Chairman Emeritus of the Archer Daniels Midland Co., on being inducted as the first member into the Junior Achievement for East Central Illinois' Business Hall of Fame in Decatur, Illinois; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Dwayne Andreas, along with our sincere regards. HOUSE RESOLUTION 836 Offered by Representative Sharp: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor milestones in the institutions that make up our great State; and WHEREAS, God's Heritage Full Gospel Ministry first began to worship on June 11, 1995 in Hillside, Illinois; under the vision of Pastor James "Chuck" Williams; the first service included music by Stanley Robinson, the Praise and Worship Team of Tanya Jones, Ronia Robinson, Lynn Robinson, Octavia Windom, and Regina Williams, and a guest soloist from the Potter's House; Pastor Chuck Williams preached the first sermon to over 200 well wishers on that memorable day; and WHEREAS, On February 4, 1996 God's Heritage Full Gospel Ministry celebrated their first service at First Congregational Church, where they had been invited to share the facilities; and WHEREAS, God's Heritage Full Gospel Ministry spreads the gospel through an active youth program, women's program, men's program, street ministry program, and many other ministries; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate the congregation of God's Heritage Full Gospel Ministry as they celebrate their fifth anniversary of service and ministry to people; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Pastor James "Chuck" Williams. HOUSE RESOLUTION 837 Offered by Representative Gash: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor milestones in the lives of citizens of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, Ron Powell of Mundelein, Illinois, president of United Food and Commercial Workers Local #881 was recently honored by the
21 [November 14, 2000] Northeastern Illinois Federation of Labor; and WHEREAS, The event was held at the Marriott's Lincolnshire Resort on May 20, 2000, with Mr. Powell being named the Labor Person of 2000; and WHEREAS, United Food and Commercial Workers Local #881 has about 37,000 members representing supermarket and health care workers across Illinois; and WHEREAS, Political fundraising campaigns for Illinois candidates, raising money for leukemia research, having a long-standing relationship with Building Brighter Futures Family Services, and sponsoring an annual food drive and children's Christmas party for families in Chicago's Lawndale neighborhood are some of the many ways that Local #881 makes a valued contribution to the State; and WHEREAS, Ron Powell was raised on a farm near Eau Claire, Wisconsin; in 1961 he went to work for Local #881 as a field representative and has served as field staff supervisor, director of field operations, and secretary-treasurer; he is a vice-president of the Illinois State AFL-CIO, a member of the UFCW International Executive Board, and has served on the Mundelein Village Board for ten years; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Ron Powell on being named Labor Person of 2000 by the Northeastern Illinois Federation of Labor; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Ron Powell, along with our sincere regards. HOUSE RESOLUTION 838 Offered by Representative Hannig: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor milestones in the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, A small building in Irving, Illinois has stood the test of time and is now 100-years old; the Montgomery News reported on July 28, 1899 that a new bank would soon open in Irving and in 1900 Kelly, Carter, and Company opened at 222 East State Street; and WHEREAS, In 1907 the name changed to Irving National Bank; Milton Berry was cashier until his retirement in 1927; Ross Jarrett assumed the duties of cashier until the bank closed on March 31, 1931; Montgomery County Farm Service Company was the last business to occupy the building; and WHEREAS, Through the determination and dreams of Lamar Hartman, the former bank building escaped the clutches of the wrecking ball on October 13, 1998, when it was declared a historic building; the last owners of the building, M & M Service Company, returned the building to the village for the sum of one dollar; a committee was formed and plans were made to turn the building into the Irving Area Historical Museum; and WHEREAS, Through the hard work and devotion of Lamar Hartman, Irving, Illinois is now the home of the Irving Area Historical Museum, and a beautiful and historically rich landmark remains a centerpiece of the community; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Lamar Hartman on a job well done; and we celebrate with the people of Irving, Illinois as they mark the occasion of this 100-year old building that has come to mean so much to the community; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the Irving Area Historical Museum. HOUSE RESOLUTION 840 Offered by Representative Brosnahan: WHEREAS, It has come to our attention that Lorelle V. Cutforth has announced his retirement as Assistant Superintendent of Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123; and
[November 14, 2000] 22 WHEREAS, He was born in Quincy in 1944; he received his bachelor's degree in education from Illinois State University in 1966, his master's degree from Purdue University in 1971, and his C.A.S. from Northern Illinois University in 1979; and WHEREAS, He has been a member of the Kiwanis since 1987 and is a member of Promise Keepers; and WHEREAS, He began his teaching career at Canterbury Junior High School in Markham teaching Social Studies and Science from 1966 to 1968; he taught History of Government at Seton High School in South Holland in 1968-1969; he taught Social Studies at O. W. Huth Upper Grade Center in Matteson from 1969 to 1971 and was Assistant Principal from 1971 to 1974; and he was Principal at Covington from 1974 to 1994 and Assistant Superintendent from 1994 to June 30, 2000 at District 123; and WHEREAS, Mr. Cutforth has been supported throughout his public and private life by his wife, Nancy, and his twin children, Zack and Jocelyn; and WHEREAS, Lorelle Cutforth has earned the respect and admiration of all who have come to know him; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Lorelle V. Cutforth on his retirement from District 123 after twenty-six years of dedicated service; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Lorelle V. Cutforth. HOUSE RESOLUTION 841 Offered by Representative Brosnahan: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor milestones in the lives of citizens of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, Kenneth Wood is retiring from his position as Chief of Police of the Alsip Police Department; and WHEREAS, Kenneth Wood is a 1965 graduate of Mendel Catholic High School and a 1976 graduate of Moraine Valley Community College with an Associates of Applied Science degree; he served in the United States Marine Corp from 1968 to 1970 and is a Vietnam Veteran; and WHEREAS, Kenneth Wood and Mary Kay Sexton were married in June of 1972; together they raised three wonderful children, Kevin, John, and Katie; and WHEREAS, Kenneth Wood has served as a Crime Prevention Officer, the Supervisor of Criminal Investigations, and the Supervisor of the Tactical Unit; he was the Accreditation Manager when the Alsip Police Department was accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies in June of 1991; he was promoted to Sergeant in 1982 and appointed Chief of Police in July of 1991; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Chief Kenneth Wood on his retirement from the Alsip Police Department; he can now enjoy his free time, relaxing with his family or playing golf; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Chief of Police Kenneth Wood. HOUSE RESOLUTION 843 Offered by Representative Madigan - Currie: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives wish to extend their sincere condolences to the family and friends of former State Representative James Marzuki, who recently passed away; and WHEREAS, James Marzuki was a native of Aurora, Illinois; he was a veteran of World War II, where he served in the United States Navy; and WHEREAS, Mr. Marzuki received his Bachelor's degree in teaching from Western Illinois University and a Master's degree from the University of New Mexico; he later earned a Master's degree in
23 [November 14, 2000] environmental sciences from Governors State University; and WHEREAS, Mr. Marzuki taught art and industrial arts at Rich East High School from 1956 to 1980; he also was a sports coach; and WHEREAS, He was elected to the Park Forest Plan Commission in 1967; in 1975 he was elected trustee of the village; he helped establish the 1,000 acre Thorn Creek Nature Preserve, along with his late wife, Mary Lou Marzuki; he also established the Tall Grass Arts Association and the annual Park Forest Art Fair; and WHEREAS, Mr. Marzuki won an upset victory in the race for Representative of the 80th District in 1982; he supported the environment, education, the Illinois living will legislation, and women's and minorities' issues; he was an active member of the Monee Township Democratic organization for many years; and WHEREAS, Mr. Marzuki loved to travel, and visited nearly all the national and state parks in the United States; James Marzuki will be missed by all that knew and loved him, especially his daughter, Marcy; his brothers, Jerry and Jack Marzuki; and his sister, Judy Marzuki; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn, along with all that knew, loved, and respected him, the death of former State Representative James Marzuki; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of James Marzuki. HOUSE RESOLUTION 844 Offered by Representative Granberg: WHEREAS, Daniel T. Flynn was named the Secretary General of U.S. Soccer by U.S. Soccer President Dr. S. Robert Contiguglia on June 15, 2000; and WHEREAS, Daniel Flynn has held both sports marketing and management positions at Anheuser-Busch, and has had more than ten years experience in the soccer arena, from working with the World Cup 1994, the U.S. Soccer Federation, and the U.S. Soccer Foundation; and WHEREAS, Daniel Flynn has served the last two years as the Executive Director of the U.S. Soccer Foundation; he created several programs, including the U.S. Soccer Foundation Resource Center and AMERICA SCORES; and he was instrumental in the restoration of New York's historic Metropolitan Oval; and WHEREAS, Daniel Flynn worked with the U.S. Soccer Federation from 1994 to 1998, where he managed the day-to-day operations at Federation headquarters in Chicago; he served as Chief Administrative Officer and later as Chief Operating Officer; during this time he was responsible for the growth of the budget, the development of Project 2010, and in U.S. Soccer's partnership with Nike and IMG; and WHEREAS, Daniel Flynn was also responsible for the further development of the U.S. Cup, the U.S. Women's Cup, and "Road to...." and "Victory" tours; and WHEREAS, During the 1994 World Cup in the United States, Daniel Flynn served as Venue Executive Director of the Chicago venue, host of the opening ceremonies; and WHEREAS, Daniel Flynn was born in St. Louis, Missouri; he has a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from St. Louis University; he has received honors from Advertising Age magazine for his work with Anheuser-Busch; he is a former board member of the Worldwide USO and is currently a member of the St. Louis University Hall of Fame; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Daniel Flynn on his hard work and dedication to U.S. Soccer; as he assumes this new position we offer him our best wishes for the future; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Daniel Flynn.
[November 14, 2000] 24 HOUSE RESOLUTION 845 Offered by Representative Lou Jones: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are saddened to learn of the death of their former member, Attorney Michael Wayne Smith; and WHEREAS, A pioneering national, State, and Chicago/Hyde Park community activist and attorney, Michael Wayne Smith made his spiritual transition on Thursday, June 1, 2000; and WHEREAS, Michael Wayne Smith was born on September 5, 1945 at Cook County Hospital; he grew up in Bronzeville at 109 East 35th Street and 5127 South Greenwood Avenue in Hyde Park; he attended both Raymond and Kozminski Elementary Schools; Michael was President of the Kozminski Graduation Class of 1959; and WHEREAS, Michael Wayne Smith attended and graduated from Hyde Park High School in 1963; he earned All-City recognition honors in basketball and football; in sports circles, Michael was known as the "Magic Man"; he was the all-time leading scorer at the Murray schoolyard basketball court in Hyde Park; Michael graduated from Northern Illinois University in 1967, where he majored in history and was a member of the Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity; in 1970, Michael completed his legal studies and earned his Doctor of Juris Prudence degree from Howard University School of Law in Washington, D.C.; he received the national "Reginald Herber Smith Law Fellowship" post-graduate award to provide legal services to underserved urban communities; in that capacity, he worked at the Woodlawn Legal Aid Clinic in collaboration with The Woodlawn Organization, under the leadership of E. Duke McNeil, on housing discrimination issues; and WHEREAS, Attorney Michael Wayne Smith created a legacy as an educator, community activist, political strategist, and skilled trial attorney; as an educator, Attorney Smith taught urban institutions, Afro-American studies, and community development at Elmhurst College; additionally, Attorney Smith served as a mentor and counselor to African-American youth, encouraging them to seize the emerging opportunities available in education and law; and WHEREAS, In 1976, Attorney Smith co-founded the United Black Voters of Illinois (UBVI) with Henry L. English, community organizer Harold L. Lucas, Dr. Paul Carryon, noted educator Tim Black, Bruce Crosby, William Crosby, and Reverend Charles Koen; UBVI grassroots political activity resulted in the election of two congressmen, two State senators, six State representatives, and numerous elected and appointed political representatives; and WHEREAS, In 1983, Attorney Smith worked with Professor Robert Starks, State Representative Lou Jones, Dr. Conrad Worrill, Zakkiyah Muhammed, Reverend Al Sampson, Reverend John Porter, and significant others to create the Task Force for Black Political Empowerment, a "movement" of diverse community interests that resulted in the election of the late Harold Washington as Chicago's first African-American Mayor; from 1989 to 1992, Attorney Smith provided political consultation to the Illinois Democratic Party statewide coordinated campaigns; and WHEREAS, In 1992, Attorney Smith was appointed to serve in the Illinois General Assembly, filling the vacancy of State Representative Paul Williams; additionally, Michael served as a political consultant for notable elected officials, including, but not limited to: the late Mayor Harold Washington, former U.S. Representatives Carol Moseley-Braun, former Alderman and The Honorable Timothy C. Evans, State Representative Louvana (Lou) Jones, Congressman Bobby L. Rush, Congressman Danny K. Davis, State Senator Donne Trotter, State Senator Miguel DeValle, Alderman Dorothy Tillman, State Representative Connie Howard, former State Representative Monica Faith Stewart, Cook County Commissioner Jerry Butler, Tim Black's and Hattie Williams' campaigns for 4th ward alderman, Clem Balanoff's campaigns for 10th ward alderman and State representative, the late Congressman Ralph Metcalf, Sr., Ralph Metcalf, Jr.'s campaign for 3rd ward alderman, and numerous local and community campaigns; recently, Attorney Smith provided consultation
25 [November 14, 2000] on Dorothy Brown's victorious primary campaign for the Democratic nomination for Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, where he served as the 4th and 5th ward coordinator; and WHEREAS, As a legal advocate, Attorney Smith fought vehemently for the rights of all citizens and was especially skilled in the area of criminal defense; he was fondly known among colleagues and clients as "the Lawyer" and "the people's champion"; additionally, he was a well respected election law practitioner; recently, Attorney Smith successfully argued an election law case before the Illinois Supreme Court concerning a candidate's right to remain on the ballot; Attorney Smith was a member of the National Bar Association, American Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, Cook County Bar Association, and the Chicago Bar Association; and WHEREAS, Michael Wayne Smith was dedicated to community concerns; he often donated his time (Pro Bono) to provide legal services for the benefit of the community; his community endeavors included, but were not limited to, the following: attorney for the Coalition to Save the South Shore Country Club Park, co-founder of the West Hyde Park Community Organization, board member of the Hyde Park-Kenwood Community Conference, co-founder of P.R.O.U.D. (Prisoner's Rehabilitation Organization for United Defense), recipient of the Fred Hampton Humanitarian Award, attorney for Youth, Vision, and Integrity Inc., East Drexel Square block club member, chairman of Jazz Comes Home series, graduate of SCLC Operation Breadbasket political education workshop, participant in the YVI Schoolyard Outstanding Chicagoan award, and he provided counsel on many other initiatives; additionally, Attorney Smith significantly contributed to the improvement of the quality of life for public housing residents in Cabrini-Green providing legal assistance to the late Marion Stamps and the Trinity Marksman organization; and WHEREAS, Attorney Michael Wayne Smith was the oldest of four sons to Mrs. Mary Toran Smith and the late Mr. James H.L. Smith Jr.; Michael was the grandson of the late Dr. James H.L. Smith, the former pastor of Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church and the Founder/Chairman of the Illinois State Missionary Baptist Convention; he is survived by his beloved mother, Mary Toran Smith; his wife of twenty-seven years, Michelle Smith; four daughters Attorney Caroline J. Smith, Ayanna Smith, Aisha Smith, and Aliya Smith; son Derrick Whitehead; sister Sylvia Washington; four brothers Jimmy Smith of Las Vegas, Nevada, Leonard Smith, Attorney Sidney B. Smith, Frederick Smith; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and extended family; and WHEREAS, Michael Wayne Smith was a member of Christian Hope Missionary Baptist Church; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn, along with all that knew and loved him, the death of former State Representative Michael Wayne Smith; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Michael Wayne Smith. HOUSE RESOLUTION 846 Offered by Representative Lou Jones: WHEREAS, The members of this Body were saddened to learn of the recent death of Ruth Millison of Chicago; and WHEREAS, She was born in Sparta, Georgia, on November 30, 1919, the daughter of Madie Flournoy Shivers and Clarence Shivers; she attended Mosely Grammar Public School and Englewood High School; and WHEREAS, After graduation, she married Lewis Millison and to this union were born six children; she held a number of administrative and food service positions, becoming a certified nutritionist prior to her retirement; and WHEREAS, After the birth of her first grandchild, she became known to family, friends, and neighbors as "Granny"; and WHEREAS, She was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis, and a son, Illinois State Trooper Anthony Millison; and
[November 14, 2000] 26 WHEREAS, Her passing will be deeply felt by her family and friends, especially her sons, Robert and Gregory; her daughters, Carole Ann, Brenda, and June; her stepson, Edward; her daughters-in-law, Beverly and Shirle; her sons-in-law, Larnell and John; her sister-in-law, Mary Lewis; 17 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we note with sorrow and regret the death of Mrs. Ruth Millison and extend our sincere condolences to her family and friends; and be it further RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution be presented to the family of Mrs. Ruth Millison. HOUSE RESOLUTION 847 Offered by Representative Garrett: WHEREAS, The YWCA works toward the elimination of racism wherever it exists; to help in this commitment YWCA of Lake County has undertaken the vital task of working together with others to build communities respectful of all, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, and religion; the YWCA creates constructive Programs designed to help residents of Lake County understand and embrace the diversity of their community; and WHEREAS, Assisted by staff with extensive experience offering high-quality community based Programs, the YWCA developed the Racial Justice Study Circle Program to promote grassroots participation in social and political issues; and WHEREAS, The Racial Justice Study Circle Program will enable Lake County residents to gain "ownership" of issues, to uncover a connection between personal experiences and public policies, to talk candidly and to listen to each other, to develop new ideas for implementing change, and to develop the skills and experience they need to be productive citizens; and WHEREAS, In response to the recent increases in youth violence and its strong ties to racism and anti-semitism, the Racial Justice Study Circle Program has focused on middle and high school youth, teaching concrete skills for community building, mutual respect, and teen participation in civic activities designed to address the problems of racism and youth violence; and WHEREAS, By offering positive Programming for the young people in Lake County, the Study Circles teach them to listen to one another and to respect others' differences and similarities and brings them together across their differences to engage in joint action projects designed to address the issue of racial justice; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate the YWCA of Lake County and their work to encourage racial justice; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the director of the YWCA of Lake County. HOUSE RESOLUTION 848 Offered by Representative Garrett: WHEREAS, The goal of the Second Chance program includes comprehensive intake/assessment services, employment, job referral, and placement services, education and life skills training, and substance abuse services; and WHEREAS, For 34 years the Lake County Urban League has provided comprehensive services, employment education, and economic development for ex-offenders in Lake County; for more than 10 years the Lake County Urban League, through its Employment Services Department, has provided services to adult nonviolent offenders referred by the 19th Judicial Circuit; and WHEREAS, Many of the clients serviced by the Lake County Urban League have limited or no prior work experience; the Lake County Urban
27 [November 14, 2000] League provides them with job readiness training, job referral and placement, retention skill training, and life skills training; individuals are taught how to complete job applications and prepare a resume; as part of the Job Readiness Training, individuals learn how to conduct successful job interviews, and proper interpersonal skills and attitudes, as well as receive GED preparation; and WHEREAS, As part of Job Referral and Placement, individuals are prepared for interviews and taught the importance of networking, as well as receive help in identifying job leads; and WHEREAS, The Lake County Urban League puts a strong emphasis on job retention, which begins the day the participant enters the program and is supported by intensive follow-up and job coaching after job placement; by providing these types of programs, participants will be prepared to address issues and problems that may arise; Life Skills training helps program participants deal with day-to-day stresses; they are taught anger management, and receive problem-solving training; parenting skills, diversity training, and sexual harassment sensitivity training are also provided; and WHEREAS, The Lake County Urban League's Second Chance program also shows clients how to budget their money and provides support services such as housing, transportation, childcare, and substance abuse counseling; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate the Lake County Urban League Second Chance program on helping others to change their lives for the better; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to a representative from the Lake County Urban League Second Chance program. HOUSE RESOLUTION 851 Offered by Representative Dart: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor milestones in the lives of citizens of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, Daniel Hanzie of Chicago is a graduate of St. John Fisher Grammar School in Chicago; Daniel was the top winner out of six area schools in the Evergreen Park American Legion Patriotism Essay Contest; and WHEREAS, Daniel Hanzie has been a Boy Scout First Class for three years; he is a member of the Order of the Arrow; he is a swimmer; he is a member of the St. John Fisher Technical Club and the Evergreen Park American Legion; and WHEREAS, Patrice and Michael Hanzie are the proud parents of Daniel Hanzie; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Daniel Hanzie on his graduation from St. John Fisher Grammar School and on winning the Evergreen Park American Legion Patriotism Essay Contest; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Daniel Hanzie. HOUSE RESOLUTION 853 Offered by Representative Berns: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor citizens of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, J.W. Pirtle, of Champaign, Illinois, is to be commended for his lifetime of hard work; J.W. Pirtle is a native of Tennessee who came to Champaign in the summer of 1951; he served in the United States Army and then returned to Champaign; he took a job at the Danna Huddlerson Ford Company as a body and fender repairman until he made the decision to return to school and learn auto mechanics and management; and WHEREAS, In 1956 he purchased property that served as his home and
[November 14, 2000] 28 later as his business; in 1961 he became the first Black man in Champaign to own and operate a Shell Gas Station; in 1963 he opened Pirtle's Restaurant; in 1967 he opened the Central Cab Company and a body and fender shop at the same location; he was the first Black man to own limousines in Champaign, as well as being the first taxi service to utilize station wagons and vans; and WHEREAS, In 1976 J.W. Pirtle took a position with the State of Illinois as Manager of Motor Pools, where he continues to work today; and WHEREAS, In 1989 J.W. Pirtle became co-owner of radio station WBCP Soul, located at 1580 on the AM dial; in 1997 he opened Pirtle's Mini-Mall, with a convenience store, restaurant, hair salon, and WBCP radio; and WHEREAS, On May 5, 1999, J.W. Pirtle was the first Black man appointed Deputy Mayor of Champaign; he is a member of St. Luke Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, where he has served on the Usher Board and the Board of Trustees; in 1980 he was elected to the Champaign City Council, and is currently serving his sixth term; he was elected precinct committeeman in the 1960's and still serves in that position; and WHEREAS, J.W. Pirtle is happily married to Alice Burge-Pirtle; they have four children and three grandchildren; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate J.W. Pirtle on his hard work and devotion to the City of Champaign, Illinois; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to J.W. Pirtle. HOUSE RESOLUTION 854 Offered by Representative Brosnahan: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor milestones in the lives of citizens of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, Police Chief Thomas Evoy of Evergreen Park, Illinois, will be retiring on August 2, 2000; a celebration will be held at the Martinique Grand Ballroom in Evergreen Park; and WHEREAS, Thomas Evoy joined the Evergreen Park Police Department in December of 1964; he has worked as a patrol officer, detective and juvenile officer, detective sergeant, shift lieutenant, and deputy chief and lastly as the police chief; he has spent the last twenty-two years as a police department administrator; and WHEREAS, Thomas Evoy is a graduate of the F.B.I. National Academy; he is a member of the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police and the South-Suburban Chiefs of Police; and WHEREAS, Thomas Evoy plans to enjoy his retirement with his lovely wife, Sandie; he will be playing golf and enjoying trips to Florida; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Thomas Evoy on his retirement as Police Chief of Evergreen Park, Illinois; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Thomas Evoy in honor of his hard work and devotion to the people of Evergreen Park. HOUSE RESOLUTION 855 Offered by Representative Granberg: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor milestones in the lives of citizens of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, Michael J. Kasper was recently named one of "forty Illinois attorneys under forty years old to watch" by the Law Bulletin Publishing Company; and
29 [November 14, 2000] WHEREAS, Michael J. Kasper currently practices Legislative, Government, and Elections Law at Fletcher, Topol & O'Brien and is Of Counsel to Hinshaw & Cullerton; and WHEREAS, Michael J. Kasper is a 1986 graduate of Notre Dame University and a 1989 graduate of Northwestern University School of Law; and WHEREAS, Michael Kasper has served as Chief Legal Counsel to the Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives, and as Counsel to the Illinois Democratic Party; Michael Kasper is the author of the Illinois House of Representatives Procedural Rules, and served the House of Representatives as Parliamentarian; and WHEREAS, Michael Kasper is respected by both sides of the aisle in the Statehouse and is considered an expert on campaign, election, and legal questions dealing with the legislative process; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Michael J. Kasper on being named one of "forty Illinois attorneys under forty years old to watch" by the Law Bulletin Publishing Company; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Michael J. Kasper. HOUSE RESOLUTION 856 Offered by Representative Granberg: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor milestones in the lives of citizens of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, Renee Cipriano was recently named one of "forty Illinois attorneys under forty years old to watch" by the Law Bulletin Publishing Company; and WHEREAS, Renee Cipriano currently serves as the Senior Advisor to Governor George Ryan for Environmental and Natural Resources; and WHEREAS, Renee Cipriano is a 1985 graduate of Loyola University and a 1988 graduate of Loyola University School of Law; and WHEREAS, In 1995 Governor Jim Edgar appointed Renee Cipriano as Associate Director and Chief Counsel of the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency; from 1997 to 1999 she was a partner at Schiff, Hardin & White; in 1999 Renee Cipriano was appointed to her current position where she oversees the Illinois EPA, the State Department of Natural Resources, the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Nuclear Safety, and the Pollution Control Board; and WHEREAS, Renee Cipriano is the chair of the Governor's Environment and Natural Resources Leadership Cabinet and the Governor's Balanced Growth Cabinet; and she serves on the Executive Committee on Foreign Affairs of the Chicago Council of Foreign Relations; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Renee Cipriano on being named one of "forty Illinois attorneys under forty years old to watch" by the Law Bulletin Publishing Company; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Renee Cipriano. HOUSE RESOLUTION 857 Offered by Representative Madigan: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor milestones in the lives of citizens of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, Ron Troutman was born in Marion, Illinois, on June 30, 1940; he and Revann Jeffery were married on September 7, 1958; in 1960 they moved to Aurora, Illinois, where Ron began his career with Caterpillar, Inc.; Ron and Revann have two children, Rocky and Darla; they are also the proud grandparents of six grandchildren; and WHEREAS, In 1964 Ron Troutman was elected union steward, and has
[November 14, 2000] 30 been a union representative from Local 145 for thirty-six years; he has served as steward, chief steward, vice steward, president, and international representative of the union while employed with Caterpillar; Mr. Troutman also served as the first vice president and president of the AG IMP Council in the 1970's; and WHEREAS, Ron Troutman is active in the martial arts, particularly the discipline of Isshin Ryu Karate; he and his son opened the Champion Karate Studio in 1974; he and his son have trained many local and national champions at their studio, utilizing the spiritual and mental aspects of the art; and WHEREAS, Ronald Troutman has made the decision to retire from UAW Region 4 in September of 2000; he and his wife, Revann, plan to build a new home, travel, spend time with their grandchildren, and continue to study the martial arts; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Ron Troutman for his hard work and dedication and wish him the best in his future endeavors; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Ron Troutman, along with our sincere regards. HOUSE RESOLUTION 858 Offered by Representative Klingler: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to recognize the J.P. "Cotton" Knox family of Sangamon County, Illinois; and WHEREAS, The J.P. Knox family began with the birth of J.P. "Cotton" Knox on November 16, 1880 in Sangamon County, Illinois; in 1907 he married Esther Loretta Dickerson, also of Sangamon County, Illinois; together they lived on and maintained a small farm west of Curran; and WHEREAS, J.P. and Esther Knox began their family with the birth of Thomas Dickerson on July 8, 1908; next came James Donald on November 24, 1909; he was followed by Kathryn Loretta on May 9, 1912, John Louis on July 23, 1914, Charles Carroll on November 21, 1916, Lawrence William on January 26, 1919, Howard Eugene on March 29, 1921, Paul Edward on January 18, 1923, and Joseph Patrick on February 10, 1925; and WHEREAS, World War II saw many changes come to the Knox family; Thomas was working as CEO of Doyle Freight Lines in Saginaw, Michigan when the Governor of that state appointed him the coordinator of transporting supplies to military bases in several Midwest states; and WHEREAS, Thomas' brothers all enlisted in the military; three brothers served in the United States Navy, three in the United States Army, and one in the United States Marines; all seven returned home safely with honorable discharges after the war was over; and WHEREAS, In 1951 the patriarch of the family, J.P. "Cotton" Knox, passed away; he received eulogies from the editor of the Springfield State Register and the Illinois State Journal; today five of the children remain to carry on the name of this proud Illinois family; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we thank the Knox family for bringing pride to the State of Illinois through their history of togetherness and patriotism; and be it further RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution be presented to this outstanding Illinois family. HOUSE RESOLUTION 859 Offered by Representative Klingler: WHEREAS, The Hope School in Springfield, Illinois, has recently enjoyed the honor of being selected as one of two recipients nationwide receiving a full 2000 Douglas J. Schwartz Living Foundation Greenhouse Award; and WHEREAS, The Hope School has been serving children and youth with
31 [November 14, 2000] multiple disabilities since 1957 and constantly strives to provide the best learning and living opportunities, enabling them to discover their fullest potential; and WHEREAS, On September 28, 2000, a special dedication ceremony will take place for the newly erected Douglas J. Schwartz Living Foundation Greenhouse at The Hope School; and WHEREAS, This new greenhouse facility is an essential part of the Horticulture Therapy Program designed to provide additional employment opportunities, habilitation options, and greater opportunities to develop interests that contribute to a more happy and healthy lifestyle for individuals living at The Hope School; and WHEREAS, The purpose of this unique greenhouse award program is to encourage the expansion of horticultural therapy programs in order to serve greater numbers of participants by providing a year-round growing environment; and WHEREAS, The Douglas J. Schwartz Living Foundation was established in 1988 as living memorial to Douglas J. Schwartz, whose life was characterized by his exceptionally cheerful and generous nature and by the genuine love and friendship he gave to all those around him; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we join with The Hope School in expressing sincere appreciation to the Douglas J. Schwartz Living Foundation for its generosity in making possible the realization of this impressive new greenhouse facility and further commend the foundation for its ongoing support of horticultural therapy; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to a representative of the Douglas J. Schwartz Living Foundation. HOUSE RESOLUTION 860 Offered by Representatives Parke - Wojcik - Pankau - Mathias - Bassi and Skinner: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives wish to express their sincere condolences to the family and friends of Michael J. O'Malley, who recently passed away; and WHEREAS, Michael O'Malley was born in Chicago, Illinois on January 18, 1942; he grew up in an Irish-Catholic family on the North side of Chicago near DePaul; and WHEREAS, Michael O'Malley moved to Hoffman Estates in 1979 and immediately became an important member of the community; in 1985 he was elected Trustee of the Village and in 1986 was appointed the Deputy Village President/Mayor; he was elected Village President/Mayor in 1989 and was re-elected in 1993 and 1997; and WHEREAS, Mayor O'Malley had many accomplishments while in office, including working with Sears, Roebuck and Co. in their move from downtown Chicago to Hoffman Estates, renovating a 150 year old farmhouse and turning it into the Children's Advocacy Center for abused children, and working with Northern Illinois University to create a satellite campus in Hoffman Estates; and WHEREAS, Michael O'Malley received many awards, including membership in the Knights of Malta, induction into the order of the Holy Sepulchre, receiving the "Dad of the Year" award from the Chicago Father's Day Council for his work with the Children's Advocacy Center, and receiving recognition for his contributions to St. Alexius Medical Center; and WHEREAS, The passing of Michael O'Malley will be felt by all that knew and were touched by this man, especially his loving wife, Maribeth; his children, Brendan (Angie), Susan (Stan), Michael (Susan), Michelle, Joseph, Thomas, Tifanni, Maribeth, Nicole, and Danny; his grandchildren, Kelly, Katie, Jimmy, and Danny; his brother, Tom (Rita); his sister, Marge (Pat); and his many friends in Hoffman Estates; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn, along with
[November 14, 2000] 32 all that knew him, the passing of Michael O'Malley of Hoffman Estates, Illinois; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Michael O'Malley. HOUSE RESOLUTION 861 Offered by Representative Dart: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to recognize milestones in the lives of citizens of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, Gordon Johnson, President and C.E.O. of the Jane Addams Hull House Association, retired on August 1, 2000; and WHEREAS, Under his leadership, the Hull House budget and staff have grown to oversee new programs; Mr. Johnson started several programs, including Families For A Better Life, Neighbor To Neighbor, and New Directions; and WHEREAS, Mr. Johnson served as Director of the Illinois Department of Children & Family Services from 1983 to 1990; Mr. Johnson has also served with the New York State Department of Social Services, the Department of Public Welfare in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, the Department of Housing and Urban Development in Miami, Florida, the Model City Program in Miami, Florida, the Custer Job Corps Center in Battle Creek, Michigan, the Sam A. Lewisohn Short Term Adolescent Resident Training Center in New York, Tompkins County Hospital in Ithaca, New York, the Austin McCormick Rehabilitation Camp in New York, the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare, and the Jamesburg State Home for Boys in Jamesburg, New Jersey; and WHEREAS, Mr. Johnson received his education at Penn State University and Rutgers School of Social Work; he is happily married and has two children; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Gordon Johnson on his retirement and wish him a happy and healthy future; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Gordon Johnson. HOUSE RESOLUTION 862 Offered by Representative Dart: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to recognize milestones in the lives of the people of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, It has come to our attention that Kevin Bracken has been selected for the 2000 United States Olympic Wrestling Team; and WHEREAS, Kevin Bracken was born in Chicago, Illinois on October 29, 1971; he is a graduate of St. Lawrence High School and Illinois State University; and WHEREAS, In international competition Kevin Bracken's outstanding wrestling skills have placed him seventh in the 2000 Olympic Qualifier, second in the 2000 Gramma Cup, second in the Dave Schultz Memorial International, second in the 1999 Sunkist Kids International Open, and third in the 1999 Poland Open; and WHEREAS, In United States competition, Kevin Bracken is the 2000 U.S. National Champion, won second place in the 1998-99 U.S. Nationals, and was the 1999 NYAC Greco-Roman champion; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Kevin Bracken on becoming a member of the 2000 United States Olympic Wrestling Team; we congratulate him on being the 2000 U.S. National Champion; and we thank him for being an example to others; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Kevin Bracken.
33 [November 14, 2000] HOUSE RESOLUTION 863 Offered by Representative Dart: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives wish to express their sincere condolences to the family and friends of Walter B. Kozak, who recently passed away; and WHEREAS, Mr. Kozak was a retired member of Local #134, I.B.E.W; he was a charter member of the Beverly Kiwanis Golden K and the Washington Heights Boosters Club; and WHEREAS, Walter Kozak was a dedicated member of the Kiwanis Club, where he served during Pancake Day and Peanut Day Drives where he would keep track of the money and other aspects of the fundraising drives; he also worked at the Kiwanis Camp grounds, where he did electrical work and anything else that needed his attention; he served as Director from 1987 to 1988 and again from 1994 to 1996; he was Vice-President from 1988 to 1989, President from 1989 to 1990, and Club Meeting Chairman from 1991 to 1994; and WHEREAS, The passing of Walter Kozak will be felt by all that knew him, especially his loving wife, Stella "Babe"; his daughter, Dorothy (Eugene); his son, John (Elizabeth); his seven grandchildren; his two great-grandchildren; and his brother, Edward; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn, along with his friends and family, the death of Walter B. Kozak; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Walter B. Kozak. HOUSE RESOLUTION 864 Offered by Representatives Brosnahan and Crotty: WHEREAS, The institution of marriage is one of the cornerstones upon which our society is built, and a marriage that has achieved a notable longevity is truly a model for the people of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, It has come to our attention that Mr. and Mrs. Donald Gentile of Palos Heights, Illinois, will celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of their marriage; and WHEREAS, Donald Gentile and Virginia Gentile were united in holy matrimony on October 21, 1950; and WHEREAS, They are the loving parents of Debra Warren, Daniel Gentile, Donald Gentile, David Gentile, Dawn Dentzman, Douglas Gentile, and Darcy Riley; and the grandparents of seventeen wonderful grandchildren; and WHEREAS, The respect for marriage reaches one of its highest plateaus when a couple such as Donald and Virginia celebrate their golden wedding anniversary; and WHEREAS, Donald and Virginia stand as examples of the best of our society, and their love and devotion to each other and to their family and friends serve as a reminder to all that hard work, dedication, and love can make a difference in today's world; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Donald and Virginia Gentile on the occasion of their fiftieth wedding anniversary; that we commend them for achieving a long and happy marriage, blessed with children and grandchildren and rich in friendships; and that we wish them happiness and good health in the future; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to them as an expression of our respect and esteem. HOUSE RESOLUTION 865 Offered by Representative Granberg: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are saddened to learn of the death of Jesse E. Miller of Brownstown, Illinois, who recently passed away; and
[November 14, 2000] 34 WHEREAS, Jesse Miller was born in Decatur on June 10, 1939; his parents were Theodore and Iva Grandfield Miller; and WHEREAS, Mr. Miller was employed at Latch Custom in Stewardson; he was serving as Brownstown Village President at the time of his death, a position he had held since 1987; and WHEREAS, Mr. Miller was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Kinmundy; he was a member of the Melrose Chapter No. 243 Order of Eastern Star in Vandalia; he was a member of Masonic Lodge No. 769 of St. Elmo, Ainad Temple of East St. Louis, and Vandalia York Rite Bodies; he was serving as Otego Township precinct committeeman, president of the I-70 Growth Association, and as a member of the Fayette County Museum Board; he was a member of the Route 40 National Road Association and the Brownstown Golden Years Club; and WHEREAS, Mr. Miller was a former Fayette County chief deputy sheriff and a deputy coroner; he was a two-time delegate to the Illinois State Republican Convention; he was a former Seton Township supervisor and precinct committeeman; he was a former member of the Fayette County Board of Supervisors and the Brownstown School Board; and WHEREAS, The passing of Jesse Miller will be felt by all who knew him, especially his wife, Betty; his son, Ted and his fiance, Malissa Clanahan; his daughter, Julia Miller; his brother, Delbert Miller and his wife, Karen; and his friend, Donna Coonce; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn, along with all who knew him, the death of Jesse E. Miller of Brownstown; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Jesse Miller. HOUSE RESOLUTION 866 Offered by Representative Acevedo: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives wish to congratulate the St. Procopius Parish in Pilsen as it prepares to celebrate its 125th anniversary; and WHEREAS, Father William Coka helped to organize Pilsen residents to raise funds for a new parish and school and, in the summer of 1875, the residents had raised enough to purchase 3 lots at the corner of 18th and Allport Streets for that purpose; and WHEREAS, St. Procopius was organized as a parish in 1875 with Father Coka as its first pastor; the first Mass was celebrated in the parish on Easter Sunday, April 16, 1876 with Father Gerst officiating; and WHEREAS, The rapid growth of the parish prompted Father Coka to decide to build a new church and convert the old building to school use; Archbishop Patrick A. Feehan blessed the new church on September 23, 1883 at a celebration that attracted many visitors, including Czech clergy from other American cities; and WHEREAS, The St. Procopius Parish is diverse; the parish has always been an Archdiocesan parish, but in 1885, the archabbot established a Benedictine community at the Parish, with Father Jaeger as St. Procopius's first Benedictine pastor, and in 1992 the Jesuits accepted the pastoral ministry at St. Procopius, with Father James Schulz, SJ, serving as the first Jesuit pastor; and WHEREAS, Over the past 125 years, the parish has offered a multitude of public services, including the Mexican Social Club of St. Procopius, a summer-job program for young people, the Resurrection Project, and Esperanza Familiar (Family Hope); and WHEREAS, St. Procopius Elementary School seeks to preserve and develop the culture of the community and encourage academic, social, and spiritual growth; it educates its 250 students to be academically proficient in both English and Spanish; it is the only dual language elementary school in the Archdiocese; the parish began as a Czech community, but is now a predominately Mexican community; and WHEREAS, Father Timothy Howe, SJ, who became St. Procopius's 19th
35 [November 14, 2000] pastor in 1999, brings into the new millennium the parish's expansive history and its new pastoral and educational programs; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate St. Procopius Parish on its history, faith, and traditions as it celebrates its 125th anniversary; may it continue to provide guidance to the community for many years to come; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Father Timothy Howe, SJ, current pastor of the St. Procopius Church. HOUSE RESOLUTION 867 Offered by Representative Gash: WHEREAS, The members of this Body are honored to recognize significant milestones in the lives of the people of this State; and WHEREAS, It has come to our attention that Irving Brooks Harris of Chicago is celebrating the ninetieth anniversary of his birth; and WHEREAS, Irving Brooks Harris was born and raised in St. Paul, Minnesota; he received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Yale University in 1931 and was a member of Phi Beta Kappa; and WHEREAS, He and his brother were the owners of the Toni Home Permanent Company until 1947; he served as executive vice-president of Toni from 1946 to 1952 and director of the Gillette Company from 1948 to 1960; and WHEREAS, Irving B. Harris is known for his commitment to improving the chances of disadvantaged children; his work resulted in the creation of the Erikson Institute, The Ounce of Prevention Fund, the Beethoven Project, the Doula Project, and Zero to Three: The National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families; and WHEREAS, Mr. Harris established the Irving B. Harris School for Public Policy Studies at the University of Chicago; he is currently serving as Chairman of William Harris Investors, Inc., Chairman of the Board and Director of The Acorn Fund, Chairman of The Harris Foundation, and Director of Harriscope of Los Angeles; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Irving Brooks Harris on the occasion of his ninetieth birthday and extend to Irving Brooks Harris and his wife, Joan, our sincere best wishes for the future; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Irving Brooks Harris as an expression of our respect and esteem. HOUSE RESOLUTION 868 Offered by Representative Granberg: WHEREAS, The Prairie State Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, located in Centralia, Illinois, will celebrate its 60th anniversary on October 3, 2000; and WHEREAS, The National Society was founded on October 11, 1890; the Society was incorporated by act of the United States Congress in 1896 and President Grover Cleveland signed the charter; and WHEREAS, The Prairie State Chapter was formed with twenty-six charter members; today forty-four members gather together to maintain and keep the memory and the history of the American Revolution and the fight for our independence; and WHEREAS, Mrs. Pearl Stockman was the first Chapter Regent; Mrs. Betty Prince currently serves as the Chapter Regent; Mrs. Helen Nolting has been a member of the Prairie State Chapter since 1943, serving for fifty-seven years; Mrs. Nolting and Mrs. Mildred Levine are both fifty year members of the Chapter; and WHEREAS, On October 26, 2000, the Chapter will celebrate its anniversary at its Chapter meeting; the Chapter flags will fly on October 3 to remember this special day; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate the members of Prairie State Chapter of the National Society of the
[November 14, 2000] 36 Daughters of the American Revolution as they celebrate the Chapter's 60th anniversary; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Chapter Regent, Mrs. Betty Prince. HOUSE RESOLUTION 869 Offered by Representative Granberg: WHEREAS, The institution of marriage is one of the cornerstones upon which our society is built, and a marriage that has achieved a notable longevity is truly a model for the people of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, It has come to our attention that Mr. and Mrs. Barthol "Butch" Imming of Aviston, Illinois, will celebrate the sixtieth anniversary of their marriage; and WHEREAS, Barthol "Butch" Imming and Frances "Fritz" Armonaitis were united in holy matrimony on October 1, 1940 at St. Anthony Church in Beckemeyer; and WHEREAS, They are the loving parents of three sons, Tom and his wife, Dale, Jerry and his wife, Barbara, Dan and his wife, Carol, and one daughter, Fritzie; and the grandparents of ten wonderful grandchildren, Ruston, Colton, Kristine, Patrick, Christopher, Cody, Cassie, Tanner, Kimberlee, and Graham; they also have two lovely great-grandchildren, Kalee and Peyton; and WHEREAS, The respect for marriage reaches one of its highest plateaus when a couple such as Barthol and Frances celebrate their wedding anniversary; and WHEREAS, Barthol and Frances stand as examples of the best of our society, and their love and devotion to each other and to their family and friends serve as a reminder to all that hard work, dedication, and love can make a difference in today's world; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Barthol and Frances Imming on the occasion of their sixtieth wedding anniversary; that we commend them for achieving a long and happy marriage, blessed with children and grandchildren and rich in friendships; and that we wish them happiness and good health in the future; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to them as an expression of our respect and esteem. HOUSE RESOLUTION 871 Offered by Representative Morrow: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor milestones in the lives of citizens of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, Warren Robinson of Chicago, Illinois will be recognized for his contributions to the South Oakwood-Brookhaven Neighborhood Organization at "Visions 2000: A Community Responding to the Challenge," a time of dining and entertainment celebrating the organization's forty-first anniversary on October 14, 2000; and WHEREAS, Warren Robinson was born in Memphis, Tennessee fifty-nine years ago; he and wife met at Hyde Park High School; they married at the United States Army base at Fort Smith, Arkansas in 1964 before Mr. Robinson was sent to Korea on active duty; and WHEREAS, Mr. Robinson worked as a mechanic for REA Express and the Pullman Company before getting the opportunity to own and operate his own business, ROB's Spotlite Foods, a grocery store at the corner of 72nd and Woodlawn; and WHEREAS, For over thirty years Mr. Robinson has been a role model for many young people; he has served as the block club president, and is currently the vice president of Bray Temple's Head Start Board of Directors; he has sponsored the drill team "Audi 4," as well as several basketball teams, and he can be seen marching with the youngsters in the annual Bud Billiken parade; and
37 [November 14, 2000] WHEREAS, Mr. Robinson and his family attend Apostolic Church of God in Woodlawn; he and his wife, Kathleen, have four children; Cozette, Annette, Paulette, and Warren III; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Warren Robinson on being honored by the South Oakwood-Brookhaven Neighborhood Organization on October 14, 2000; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Warren Robinson, along with our sincere regards. HOUSE RESOLUTION 872 Offered by Representative Novak: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor milestones in the lives of citizens of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, The Illinois Department on Aging recently announced the names of inductees into the Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame; and WHEREAS, Tony Perry of Kankakee, Illinois was the honoree in the Community Service category; Mr. Perry is a tireless worker for his community, with many accomplishments on a growing list; and WHEREAS, Mr. Perry is described as the driving force behind Christmas in April, a program where volunteers come together to improve the homes of low income elderly and disabled persons in and around Kankakee; with the economy of Kankakee County a concern, he started the Area Jobs Development Association, a cooperative effort between Kankakee and two neighboring villages that resulted in new employment and job retention; and WHEREAS, Mr. Perry applied to the Illinois Housing Development Authority and received HOME funding and tax credits to purchase and rehabilitate seven apartment buildings in Kankakee; he created the Hillcrest Association of Responsible People, which saw the beginning of a Neighborhood Watch program, an annual "Make a Difference Day", an East Side Job Fair, and many other programs; and WHEREAS, Mr. Perry also started "Illinois Ambassadors", a not-for-profit organization of business men and women who promote economic development across the State; Mr. Perry is a fine example and a worthy name for induction into the Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Tony Perry on being named for induction into the Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Tony Perry, along with our sincere regards. HOUSE RESOLUTION 873 Offered by Representatives O'Brien and Novak: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor milestones in the lives of citizens of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, Bourbonnais Fire Chief Michael L. Harshbarger will be honored by Kankakee Elks Lodge No. 627 on October 12, 2000 with a recognition dinner; and WHEREAS, Michael Harshbarger has been an Elk for more than thirty-five years; he has served as Past Exalted Ruler and District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler; he has been an example of the principles of the Elks: Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love, and Fidelity; and WHEREAS, Chief Harshbarger has had a distinguished career as a firefighter and community leader, most notably with his leadership role during the 1998 Amtrak train crash in Bourbonnais; Michael Harshbarger has been a firefighter for thirty-two years and the Bourbonnais Fire Chief for six years; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Michael
[November 14, 2000] 38 Harshbarger for his hard work and dedication to the people of Bourbonnais and the surrounding communities; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Bourbonnais Fire Chief Michael Harshbarger. HOUSE RESOLUTION 874 Offered by Representative Granberg: WHEREAS, On Saturday, October 14, 2000, the Historic National Road will be rededicated in a special ceremony to be held at the Phillips Building, located on the Historic National Road in St. Elmo, Illinois; and WHEREAS, U.S. Route 40, the Historic National Road, was the first federal highway in the United States; Congress authorized the construction of a federal highway in 1806, to go from Cumberland, Maryland to the Ohio River; and WHEREAS, In 1818 a debate over federal funding halted construction on the highway; in 1825 construction resumed on the highway, which continued across Ohio and Indiana before reaching Vandalia, Illinois in 1840; and WHEREAS, Due to the advent of the railroad, construction on the federal highway was stopped after 29 years; in 1926 the Historic National Road became part of U.S. Route 40 and was again a major artery for traffic until the construction of Interstate 70 again turned U.S. Route 40 into a piece of history; and WHEREAS, The rededication of the Historic National Road will show the worth of this valuable part of American history; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that congratulations are in order on the occasion of the rededication of the Historic National Road, U.S. Route 40; to the people of St. Elmo, Illinois we say thanks for making others aware of the historic significance of this vein of American travel; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Lyle Kruger, Master of Ceremonies for the rededication of the Historic National Road, and Mayor Chris Worman of St. Elmo. HOUSE RESOLUTION 875 Offered by Representative Giles: WHEREAS, The members of the House of Representatives were saddened to learn of the death of Zella Newton of Chicago on October 7, 2000, at the age of sixty-eight; and WHEREAS, Zella Newton was born on August 20, 1932, in Chicago, Illinois, to Mr. and Mrs. Ezel Little; and WHEREAS, She worked at Illinois Bell Telephone Company for many years; and WHEREAS, On July 8, 1956, Zella Little was married to John Newton, Sr., and to this union was born two sons and four daughters; and WHEREAS, Zella Newton accepted Christ at an early age; she was a member of King of Glory Church of God in Christ; and WHEREAS, Zella Newton was loved by family and her many friends; she was a productive, positive, citizen who was committed to contributing life, love, and happiness to her family and her community; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we note with sorrow and regret the death of Zella Newton of Chicago and that we extend our sincere sympathy to her family and friends; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Zella Newton. HOUSE RESOLUTION 876 Offered by Representative Currie: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives wish
39 [November 14, 2000] to express their sincere condolences to the family and friends of Raymond Fannings, who recently passed away; and WHEREAS, Raymond Fannings was a resident of the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago; he was a graduate of DuSable High School, where he developed his lifelong interest in social issues and causes, in part because of his civics teacher, Mary Herrick; and WHEREAS, Raymond Fannings became involved in the civil rights movement of the 1960's, taking part in demonstrations at the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana and marching with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through the Gage Park neighborhood; and WHEREAS, Mr, Fannings served in the United States Army in the late 1950s, where he served as a counselor for soldiers returning from the Korean War; he received his Bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of Illinois and his Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Chicago; and WHEREAS, In 1956 Raymond Fannings began his career as a caseworker for the Cook County Department of Public Aid; and WHEREAS, In 1979 Ray became the first African-American executive director of the Chicago Child Care Society, the oldest child-welfare agency in the State of Illinois, founded in 1849; and WHEREAS, Ray led the agency to new heights and left it in excellent shape when he retired in 1997; and WHEREAS, Mr. Fannings served on many boards, including: the Child Care Association of Illinois, the Black Executive Directors Coalition, the St. Mark United Methodist Church Credit Union, the Free People's Clinic, the United Way-Crusade of Mercy, and the Avalon Community Tennis Association; and WHEREAS, Raymond Fannings was an avid tennis player who devoted many hours of his retirement teaching young people the sport that he loved; and WHEREAS, The passing of Raymond Fannings will be deeply felt by all who knew and loved him, especially his wife, Rita; his daughters, Janet Gray and Emily; his stepsons, Tres and George Fielder; his sister, Izetta Karp; and his two grandchildren; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn, along with all who knew him, the death of Raymond Fannings; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Raymond Fannings and the Board and staff of the Chicago Child Care Society, along with our sincere regards. HOUSE RESOLUTION 877 Offered by Representative Currie: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives wish to express their sincere condolences to the family and friends of Maudell Mapp Dean, who recently passed away; and WHEREAS, Maudell Mapp was born on May 27, 1933 in Forest, Mississippi; her parents were Sam and Marian Ware Mapp; she accepted Jesus Christ as her Savior at an early age at the Concord Missionary Baptist Church; and WHEREAS, Maudell Mapp Dean was a graduate of Forest High School and Jackson State College, where she majored in Music and Voice; after college she moved to Chicago and became a music teacher; she retired from South Shore Community Academy in 1997; and WHEREAS, Maudell Mapp Dean performed concerts in English, French, German, and Italian in and around the City of Chicago; in October of 1990 she received a Certificate of Recognition from the Illinois House of Representatives in appreciation for outstanding service to the cultural arts development; and WHEREAS, Mrs. Dean was President of the O'Keefe Area Council; in December of 1996 she received the Third District Advisory Council Appreciation Award from the President of the O'Keefe Area Council, with the signatures of Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley and Third District Commander James Polk; in June of 1995 she received an award of appreciation for service and dedication to the young people of South
[November 14, 2000] 40 Shore Community Academy from Frank D. Horton; she also received letters from President Bill Clinton answering her concerns about the needs of people around the country; and WHEREAS, The passing of Maudell Mapp Dean will be felt by all who knew her, especially her husband, Huburt; her sisters, Dollree Mapp and Lavonne Scruggs; her brothers, Percy Mapp and Reverend Hardy Mapp; her sisters-in-law, Elizabeth Mapp and Marjorie Mapp; her nieces, Barbara Bivins, Geneva Andrews, Marian Evans, Zipporah Elerbee, and Tracey Nelson; her nephews, Joseph Scruggs, Jr., Hardy H. Mapp, Jr., Percy Mapp, Jr., and Percy Mapp III; her cousins, Bessie M. Polley and Mabell Thompson; and many other relatives and friends; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn, along with all who were touched by this lovely woman, the passing of Maudell Mapp Dean; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Maudell Mapp Dean. HOUSE RESOLUTION 878 Offered by Representative McGuire: WHEREAS, The people of Crest Hill are celebrating the fortieth anniversary of the incorporation of their city in the year 2000; and WHEREAS, The City of Crest Hill was incorporated on January 22, 1960; the population at the time of incorporation was 5,887 according to the 1960 census; the community was spread over three square miles with a population density of 1,800 people per square mile; there were 1,850 homes; and the assessed valuation of the property of the city was $20,000,000; and WHEREAS, The area around Crest Hill was first explored by Louis Joliet and Pere Marquette in 1673 during their trek to the Mississippi River; Crest Hill grew after World War II, as the population grew in the Joliet area; and WHEREAS, The first Mayor was William Knapp, the first City Clerk was Helen Karns, and the first Treasurer was Eugene Muir; Donald L. Randich is the current Mayor, with Christine Vershay serving as the City Clerk and Mark A. Spiezio serving as the Treasurer; and WHEREAS, Today there are 13,280 people in approximately 4,000 homes; the assessed valuation is $134,529,385 and the community is spread over ten square miles; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate the people of Crest Hill as they celebrate the fortieth anniversary of incorporation; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Mayor Donald L. Randich. HOUSE RESOLUTION 880 Offered by Representative Granberg: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor milestones in the lives of citizens of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, Doris Whitten of Salem, Illinois has been named the recipient of the Studs Terkel Humanities Service Award by the Illinois Humanities Council in conjunction with her hard work promoting the history of Salem; and WHEREAS, Doris Whitten was nominated for this award by Salem Mayor Leonard E. Ferguson; and WHEREAS, Doris Whitten is the person with answers to questions about Salem; from her knowledge of William Jennings Bryan, the GI Bill of Rights, Miracle Whip (all have their origins in Salem, to the Salem oil fields, to her ability to provide historical and educational tours, Doris Whitten truly is someone who makes Salem the Spirit and Space of Southern Illinois; and WHEREAS, Doris Whitten has served as a member and Past Chair of the
41 [November 14, 2000] Salem Historical and Patriotical Commission, the City and County Sesquicentennial and Bicentennial Commissions, Chair of the Salem Tourism Board, Co-Chairman of the Little Egypt Parade, Chairman of the 50th Anniversary of the GI Bill of Rights Celebration, the William Jennings Bryan Mural Committee, and the Marion County Soldiers and Sailors Reunion Committee; and WHEREAS, Doris Whitten has received numerous awards, including the Modern Woodmen Insurance Outstanding Citizen Award, the Most Outstanding Women in Salem, the International Who's Who in Community Service Award, the 1998 Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Community Service Award, and was nominated for the President's Volunteer Action Award; and she has her name placed on the "Wall of Fame" in the National Women's Hall of Fame in Seneca, New York; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Doris Whitten on receiving the Studs Terkel Humanities Service Award from the Illinois Humanities Council; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Doris Whitten. HOUSE RESOLUTION 881 Offered by Representative Curry: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives wish to express their sincere condolences upon hearing of the death of James "Jim" Price of Mount Zion, Illinois; and WHEREAS, James Price was born on August 23, 1952 in Elmhurst, Illinois; he received his Bachelor of Science degree in education, Master of Science degree in education, and specialist in education from Eastern Illinois University, and his Ph.D. from Southern Illinois University; and WHEREAS, James Price was the associate superintendent of the Mount Zion School District; he was a member of the Mount Zion Presbyterian Church where he served as an elder in the church; he was the former Mayor of Mount Zion, where he served two four-year terms; and WHEREAS, Mr. Price served as president of the Mount Zion Park Foundation for six years and president of the Board of Directors for eight years; he was chairman of the board of the Mount Zion Infant and Child Care Board of Directors for two years; he was a board member of the Macon County Regional Planning Commission for six years; and he was the former president of the Mount Zion Lions Club for three years; WHEREAS, James Price was a member of the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), a member Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) and the Board of Directors, where he formerly served as chairman; he was a past chair of the Illinois Coordinating Council for Vocational Student Organizations Board of Directors; he was a member of Phi Delta Kappa, Education Honorary Society; he was a member of Kappa Mu Epsilon, Mathematics Honorary Society; he was a member of the National Business Education Association; he served on the State Board of Directors of the Illinois Business Education Association for twelve years; he was State representative of the Region III Policy Committee for the American Vocational Association and was a past State president and member of the Board of Directors of the Illinois Vocational Association; and WHEREAS, James Price served on the Board of Directors and was an officer for the Illinois Coalition for Quality Vocational Education; he was a member of the Illinois Association of School Business Officials; he was an honorary life member of the National Parent Teacher Association; he was a member of the Delta Chi Fraternity, Eastern Illinois University Chapter, where he held many offices, including national president and chapter adviser; he was also an active member of the Republican party; and WHEREAS, The passing of James Price will be felt by all who knew him, especially his parents, Roy and Helen Price; his brothers, Mickey (Jan) and Randy (Cheryl); his nephew, Andrew; his nieces, Lauren, Ha Maria, and Theu Emily; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins; therefore, be it
[November 14, 2000] 42 RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn, along with all who knew and loved him, the passing of James Price of Mount Zion, Illinois; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of James Price. HOUSE RESOLUTION 882 Offered by Representative Lang: WHEREAS, The members of the House are pleased to recognize milestones in the lives of citizens of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, Bishop Larry D. Trotter, a Chicago native, is being honored for 19 years of dedicated service as pastor of Sweet Holy Spirit Full Gospel Baptist Church in Chicago, Illinois; WHEREAS, Bishop Larry D. Trotter was raised in the housing projects of Chicago; he received his primary education in the public school system; he continued his education at Washburne Trade School of Culinary Arts, Moody Bible Institute, and Lutheran School of Theology; he surrendered his life to Jesus Christ in 1973; he accepted his call to the ministry in 1974, when he served as a youth pastor; in 1981, he was elected Senior Pastor of the Sweet Holy Spirit Church, where under his leadership the congregation has grown from 22 members to over 5,000; and WHEREAS, Bishop Larry D. Trotter's superior accomplishments include: founder of the C.A.R.E center, prison chaplain, former president of the Illinois Baptist Ministers Alliance, board member of the One Church-One School project, and contributing writer to Gospel Today Magazine and The Spiritual Perspective; he authored the books "From Vision to Victory" and "Unshackled for the Increase"; he wrote and produced the musical "What's To Come Is Better Than What's Been."; and he established The Joshua Joint, a Gospel Light Club; and WHEREAS, Bishop Larry D. Trotter is married to Lady Celeste Trotter; their children are Laurice, Javon, Brandi, Larry II, and Lakheem; and WHEREAS, Bishop Larry D. Trotter was consecrated to the office of Bishop in the Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship in 1993; he has served as Midwest Regional Bishop for 6 years; in 1999, he was elevated to Third Presiding Bishop-International, assisting in the oversight of more than 1,500 churches and ministries; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we commend Bishop Larry D. Trotter for 19 years of dedicated service and inspiring leadership as pastor of Sweet Holy Spirit Full Gospel Baptist Church; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Bishop Larry D. Trotter as an expression of our esteem. HOUSE RESOLUTION 884 Offered by Representative Granberg: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to honor milestones within the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, The Illinois Times, downstate Illinois' alternative newspaper, is celebrating it's twenty-fifth anniversary in the year 2000; and WHEREAS, In 1975 the Illinois Times was founded in Springfield, Illinois, by William Friedman and Alan Anderson, Jr.; the newspaper focused on politics, people, history, entertainment, the arts, and the communities in and around the State Capitol; and WHEREAS, The newspaper was purchased in 1977 by Fletcher F. Farrar, Jr.; for the next twenty years he acted as editor and publisher; during this time the newspaper helped establish the national Association of ALternative Newsweeklies (AAN), an organization based in Washington, D.C. with 120 member newspapers and 19 million readers; and WHEREAS, Illinois Times has developed a reputation for hard hitting
43 [November 14, 2000] news and coverage of Central Illinois; the newspaper has earned numerous awards for excellence in design, layout, commentary, feature and news reporting, and arts coverage; and WHEREAS, In 1997 the Illinois Times was purchased by New Voice Communications (now Yesse! Communications); editorial decisions are still made in Springfield and the focus of the newspaper has not changed; throughout their anniversary year, the Illinois Times will showcase memories of their twenty-five years in Springfield with guest editorials, pictures, articles, commentaries, and special features; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate the staff of the Illinois Times as they celebrate the twenty-fifth anniversary of the premiere alternative newspaper of Central Illinois; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the staff of the Illinois Times. HOUSE RESOLUTION 885 Offered by Representative Lou Jones: WHEREAS, Benin was formerly part of French West Africa and gained independence as Dahomey in 1960; it changed its name to Benin in 1975; and WHEREAS, The nation state of Benin is on the west coast of the continent of Africa; and WHEREAS, The population of Benin is estimated at 6,000,000 and is 99% indigenous African; and WHEREAS, Benin has many developed and underdeveloped natural resources; and WHEREAS, Twenty-one business persons from Benin, West Africa are visiting the United States of America; and WHEREAS, These business persons are on a mission to identify African-American businesses that have the interest and capacity to engage in free trade with Benin in the following areas: clothing, textiles, automotive parts, cosmetics, health and beauty supplies, building construction materials, construction equipment, computer equipment, and software; and WHEREAS, The members of the Benin Trade Mission are acutely interested in the immediate purchase of medical equipment and hospital supplies; and WHEREAS, The members the Benin Trade Mission seek to identify African-Americans and others who are interested in engaging in finance and investments in the general area of economic development in their country; and WHEREAS, The following people are members of the Benin Trade Mission: Theo Adebiaye, Chakirou Tidjani, M. Mouinatou, Mohamed Paraisco, Ramanou Kouferidji, Ukariwo M'Ba, Helene Sodogandji Deckon, Alexis Gnanguenon, Kanzoulaye Joachim, Djakoto-Sessou Dovi, Djakoto-Sessou Afi, Latoundju Masyatou, Djato Vidjro, Bito Kika, Namoessi Comlan, Teouri Traore, Tequri Elhadj Baba, Odeloui Pascal, Marie-Beline Kiniffo, Ogwo Orji, and John Orji; and WHEREAS, The overall aim of the Benin Trade Mission and visit to Chicago is to establish ongoing and reciprocal relationships that benefit both the people of Benin, West Africa, and the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, The Benin Trade Mission's visit to Chicago is sponsored by Anthony Fields & Associates and is hosted by Dr. Carol Adams and Dr. Conrad Worrill of the Northeastern Illinois University Center for Inner City Studies, Idella Blackwood of AARCO Travel Agency, the Reverend Dr. Leon D. Finney, Jr. and the Christ Apostolic Church, and State Representative Lovanna Jones; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we commend the Benin Trade Mission for visiting our State for the purpose of establishing reciprocal trade relationships that benefit both the citizens of Benin
[November 14, 2000] 44 and Illinois; and be it further RESOLVED, That the Illinois House of Representatives encourage Illinois businesses to explore ongoing business relationships with their counterparts in Benin, West Africa; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the members of the Benin Trade Mission. HOUSE RESOLUTION 886 Offered by Representative Daniels: WHEREAS, The members of the House wish to honor Jack T. Knuepfer on his lifetime of public service and dedication to the citizens of DuPage County; and WHEREAS, Jack T. Knuepfer is a successful businessman, veteran of World War II, and dedicated civic leader; and WHEREAS, Jack T. Knuepfer was elected and served as an alderman of the City of Elmhurst from 1954 until 1958; and WHEREAS, Jack T. Knuepfer served as a member of five sessions of the Illinois General Assembly, beginning in 1964 with his election to the House of Representatives and continuing with his election to the Senate in 1966 through his retirement from the legislature in 1974; and WHEREAS, Jack T. Knuepfer, as a member of the Illinois General Assembly, sponsored legislation creating the Illinois Water Pollution Control Act and the Illinois Certificate of Need, and was the chief author of many of the statutes pertaining to local government in Illinois; and WHEREAS, Jack T. Knuepfer again was called to public service in 1978 and was elected Chairman of the DuPage County Board, the first person elected at-large to hold the office; and WHEREAS, The accomplishments of Jack T. Knuepfer during his twelve years as DuPage County Board Chairman include projects to control flooding in eastern DuPage County, the implementation of a curbside recycling program, the construction of the Lake Michigan water pipeline, the construction of Interstate 355, the addition of the Great Western Trail to the DuPage County Trail System, the creation of the DuPage Airport Authority, the establishment of the I-88 High Tech Corridor, the planning for a DuPage County Children's Museum, the implementation of a countywide 911 system, and the creation of a County Human Services Department; and WHEREAS, Jack T. Knuepfer's leadership and vision led to the construction of a new DuPage County jail, a judicial and office facility, and two parking garages at the Government Complex at County Farm Road; and WHEREAS, Following his retirement as DuPage County Board Chairman, Jack T. Knuepfer's continued efforts toward the creation of a memorial honoring all veterans from DuPage County led to the construction of the DuPage County Veterans Memorial, which was dedicated in 1999; and WHEREAS, In recognition of his life-long service to the DuPage community, the DuPage County Board rededicated the DuPage County Administration Building as the Jack T. Knuepfer Administration Building on November 14, 2000; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we honor Jack T. Knuepfer on his lifetime of public service and dedication to the citizens of DuPage County; we offer him continued good health and good wishes in all of his future endeavors; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Jack T. Knuepfer, along with our sincere congratulations and appreciation. HOUSE RESOLUTION 899 Offered by Representative Acevedo - Silva - Parke - Bradley - Lopez and Giles: WHEREAS, Honorable Patricio Martinez Garcia was elected the 112th Governor of Chihuahua, Mexico in 1998; and
45 [November 14, 2000] WHEREAS, Governor Patricio Martinez Garcia was previously elected Mayor of Chihuahua City, serving from 1992 to 1995, and as Congressman in 1997; and WHEREAS, Governor Patricio Martinez Garcia is the former President of the Chamber of Commerce in his native city of Chihuahua; and WHEREAS, Governor Patricio Martinez Garcia is currently visiting the State of Illinois to promote trade, educational, and cultural relations between the State of Chihuahua and Illinois; and WHEREAS, Current trade between Chihuahua and Illinois includes imports and exports of raw materials and finished products from the electronic, telecommunications, industrial, recreational, agricultural, and nutritional food sectors; and WHEREAS, Twenty-eight Illinois companies currently have subsidiaries in the State of Chihuahua; and WHEREAS, In June of 1999 Governor Patricio Martinez Garcia received fifteen students from InterAmerican Magnet School of Chicago in Mexico; the students spent two weeks improving their Spanish skills and learning about the culture of northern Mexico by staying in the homes of Chihuahuan children; and WHEREAS, Governor Patricio Martinez Garcia holds a Bachelors degree in accounting and management from the Instituto Tecnologico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey; and WHEREAS, Governor Patricio Martinez Garcia founded a trust fund for the reconstruction of zones damaged by a major storm in 1990; and WHEREAS, Governor Patricio Martinez Garcia is a prolific promoter of economic development, tourism, agriculture, farming, and the Maquiladora industry; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we welcome Governor Patricio Martinez Garcia to the State of Illinois and look forward to continued good relations with him and the people of Chihuahua; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Governor Patricio Martinez Garcia. RESOLUTIONS The following resolutions were offered and placed in the Committee on Rules. HOUSE RESOLUTION 839 Offered by Representative Brunsvold: WHEREAS, The Illinois River is critical to the economic vitality of Illinois, the Midwest, and the nation, representing revenue and employment from commercial navigation, commercial harvest of natural resources, water supply, and tourism; and WHEREAS, 90% of Illinois' population lives within the Illinois River Basin and the watershed includes more than 10 million acres of the most productive farmland in the world, which makes up 46% of the Illinois agricultural economy; and WHEREAS, The river is a crucial part of the navigation system that links the Atlantic Ocean, the Great Lakes, the Mississippi River, and the Port of New Orleans; and WHEREAS, More than 60 million tons of commodities are shipped on the Illinois River each year, and more than half of the Illinois annual corn crop is transported to market on the Illinois River; and WHEREAS, Industries located in watershed counties along the Illinois River using barge transportation employ nearly 57,560 people and generate $411 million in payroll taxes annually; and WHEREAS, The Illinois River is one of the few remaining rivers with a functioning ecosystem critical to a vast array of fish and wildlife; nearly 900,000 people in the State of Illinois rely on the Illinois River as their primary source of drinking water; and WHEREAS, This precious resource is threatened by flooding, urban
[November 14, 2000] 46 sprawl, soil erosion, sedimentation, and the loss of critical fishing and wildlife habitats; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we hereby support the voluntary incentive-based initiative known as Illinois Rivers 2020 and urge congress to pass legislation supporting this broad and inclusive approach to the restoration of the Illinois River Basin; and be it further RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution be presented to the members of the Illinois congressional delegation, the Governor of the State of Illinois, the Illinois Rivers Coordinating Council, the Director of the Department of Natural Resources, the Director of the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, and the Director of the Department of Agriculture. HOUSE RESOLUTION 842 Offered by Representative Andrea Moore: WHEREAS, Prescription medications have become increasingly difficult for all senior citizens and disabled persons to afford; and WHEREAS, Congress has introduced a comprehensive senior prescription drug plan in HR 4680, the Medicare Rx 2000 Act; and WHEREAS, The Medicare Rx 2000 Act will work in conjunction with the State's recently expanded Circuit Breaker program to ensure that all Illinois' seniors and disabled persons are able to afford needed prescription medications; and WHEREAS, The Medicare Rx 2000 Act strengthens Medicare and provides prescription drug coverage for all senior citizens and disabled Americans; and WHEREAS, The Medicare Rx 2000 Act focuses on 3 key principles: coverage affordable for all, available for all, and voluntary for all - regardless of income; and WHEREAS, The Medicare Rx 2000 Act protects all senior citizens and disabled Americans on 2 major fronts, it helps them maintain their health by lowering drug prices and it ensures that by capping high out-of-pocket drug costs they are not robbed of their nest-egg in the face of serious illness; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we urge the United States Congress to pass and the President to sign the Medicare Rx 2000 Act; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be delivered to the President of the United States, the President pro tempore of the U.S. Senate, and the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives. HOUSE RESOLUTION 849 Offered by Representative Flowers: WHEREAS, On August 5, 2000, the Family Organization Concentrating on Unity & Strength (F.O.C.U.S.), will be celebrating the Sixth Annual Family Day Celebration in Chicago, Illinois; and WHEREAS, Family Day is an annual event paying tribute to the family and its foundation; Family Day is a way to acknowledge the important role of the family; and WHEREAS, Family Day is a time to thank fathers, mothers, sisters, brothers, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and all other family members who have cared for, guided, and provided for others; it is a time to reflect on the symbolism and importance of the family in our lives; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we declare August 5, 2000 to be "Family Day in the State of Illinois"; we thank the Family Organization Concentrating on Unity & Strength for reminding us of the importance of remembering the family; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be provided to the Family Organization Concentrating on Unity & Strength.
47 [November 14, 2000] HOUSE RESOLUTION 850 Offered by Representative Brosnahan: WHEREAS, The Moraine Valley Community College Foundation was established in 1982 to assist the College in meeting the ever expanding needs of the southwest suburbs; and WHEREAS, The purposes for which the Moraine Valley Community College Foundation was organized are exclusively for the benefit and promotion of the charitable, scholastic, education, literary, athletic, benevolent, civic, research, and scientific functions of the College; and WHEREAS, The Moraine Valley Community College Foundation Board of Directors is comprised of 30 members and, along with its staff, is dedicated to the educational and cultural betterment of the community; and WHEREAS, The Moraine Valley Community College Foundation recognizes that introducing children to the educational, cultural, and health related opportunities available at the College will help them develop into productive and well-rounded members of the community; and WHEREAS, A healthy childhood and promising adulthood are predicated on deeply rooted positive lifestyles learned through interactive education; and WHEREAS, The Moraine Valley Community College Foundation believes in promoting good health and safety for children by providing the community with comprehensive information; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we encourage the citizens of Illinois to share time and talent with children in an effort to guarantee a healthy, happy future and therefore declares the last Saturday of September, "Children's Culture, Health, & Safety Day" in the State of Illinois; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the Chairperson of the Moraine Valley Community College Foundation. HOUSE RESOLUTION 852 Offered by Representative Hultgren: WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to declare special days in the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, "Make a Difference Day" will be celebrated October 28, 2000 in the City of Wheaton, Illinois; "Make a Difference Day" marks the single largest day of volunteering in the United States and will now mark that day in Wheaton as well; and WHEREAS, Volunteers will help senior citizens, children, the homeless and needy, and any other areas that need special attention; it will be a chance to clean up neighborhoods and schools, and to show how much the people of Wheaton care about others; and WHEREAS, The year 2000 will mark the tenth anniversary of "Make a Difference Day" across the United States; 2.8 million dollars were raised last year for charities, and 22 million people were affected by the efforts of those participating in "Make a Difference Day"; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we declare October 28, 2000, to be "Make a Difference Day" in the City of Wheaton and across the State of Illinois; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Michelle J. Senatore and the City of Wheaton's Community Relations Commission. HOUSE RESOLUTION 870 Offered by Representative Garrett: WHEREAS, The State of Illinois has offered grant assistance to local school districts for construction projects under P.A. 90-548 since 1998; and
[November 14, 2000] 48 WHEREAS, The School Construction grant program allows local districts to receive grants ranging from 35% to 75% of eligible project costs; and WHEREAS, This State grant incentive has resulted in a major increase in the success rate of local district building referenda; and WHEREAS, Despite a $2 billion multi-year commitment from the State for matching grants, there is a considerable backlog in eligible construction projects; and WHEREAS, For example, due to carryover projects from FY 2000 which had to be funded first, only 4 of 146 FY 2001 projects were funded when the most recent grants were awarded in July; and WHEREAS, The project backlog is a concern of school districts; and WHEREAS, The State ended FY 2000 with a cash balance of $1.5 billion and will have a surplus of $700 million after all lapse period spending; and WHEREAS, The State's financial condition allows for some flexibility on budget matters; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we urge Governor Ryan to support additional FY 2001 financial assistance for the School Construction grant program during the fall veto session to address the project backlog and develop a policy to dedicate 25% of all surplus funding to the School Construction grant program when the end-of-year surplus exceeds $500 million; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Governor Ryan. HOUSE RESOLUTION 879 Offered by Representative Woolard: WHEREAS, The Illinois Basin is a leading producer of coal throughout the world; and WHEREAS, Coal remains vital to the economy of Southern Illinois, having an estimated $750 billion worth of recoverable coal; and WHEREAS, Private utility companies are working with researchers in the development of clean-coal programs that make Illinois' high-sulfurcoal more attractive to coal-fired power plants; and WHEREAS, State-supported coal research programs fund the research and development of technologies that kepp Illinois basin coal ecologically and economically competitive with other energy sources; and WHEREAS, Illinois reclamation laws permit reclaimed land to be used for a variety of uses, including cropland, pasture, wildlife, forestry, and recreation; and WHEREAS, The United States currently has no formal energy policy, therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we urge the United States Congress to adopt a NATIONAL ENERGY POLICY that promotes coal as a primary source of energy for the United States of America. HOUSE RESOLUTION 883 Offered by Representative Hoffman: WHEREAS, The Amber Plan is an early warning system available for use by law enforcement agencies to alert the general public over the Emergency Broadcasting System via television and radio when a child has been kidnapped and police believe the child may be in danger; and WHEREAS, The Amber Plan was created in the Dallas-Fort Worth region after the murder of Amber Hagerman, a 9-year old girl who was abducted from her Arlington, Texas home in 1996; and WHEREAS, The Amber Plan has led to the successful outcome of seven out of thirty child abduction cases since its activation in Texas in 1997; and WHEREAS, The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has recently adopted the Florida Missing Child Alert Program, the first statewide
49 [November 14, 2000] program designed after the Amber Plan, to provide an immediate radio alert to the public when reports of a child abduction have been confirmed by law enforcement agencies; and WHEREAS, The State of Oklahoma has adopted a version of the Amber Plan as an early warning system to alert the public when a child has been kidnapped in an effort to coerce a kidnapper into releasing the child, for fear of being caught; and WHEREAS, The Illinois counties of Knox and St. Clair and the metropolitan St. Louis area have implemented programs resembling the Amber Plan to aid in the search for missing and abducted children; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we urge the implementation of the Illinois Emergency Missing Child Alert Program by the Department of State Police, in conjunction with the Illinois Emergency Management Agency, the Illinois Broadcasting Association, and the Federal Communications Commission, as an emergency alert program to make information regarding a missing child available to the public for the purposes of recovering the missing child; and be it further RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution be presented to the heads of the Department of State Police, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency, the Illinois Broadcasting Association, and the Federal Communications Commission. HOUSE RESOLUTION 887 Offered by Representative Andrea Moore - Hamos: WHEREAS, The goals of the Electric Service Customer Choice and Rate Relief Law of 1997 (the 1997 Law) are to secure safe, reliable, and affordable electric power services for the consumers and businesses of Illinois and to create a framework for a fair and equitable transition to competitive and efficient electric services markets; and WHEREAS, Consumers and businesses are best served by competitive markets which lower costs for users of electricity and which also create opportunities for customer choice among new products and services; and WHEREAS, The quality and prices of electric and other energy services supplied in competitive markets is likely to be affected by the nature and extent of consumer and community load aggregation; and WHEREAS, Continued, rapid growth in demand for peak electric service may jeopardize the reliability and affordability of service in many communities, thereby making the goals of the 1997 Law difficult to achieve; and WHEREAS, Section 16-101A was added to the Public Utilities Act by the 1997 Law and provides that the use of renewable energy resources and energy efficiency resources should be encouraged in competitive markets and that all customers should continue to receive safe, reliable, affordable, and environmentally safe electric services, should benefit from the lower costs of electricity that result from competition, and should receive sufficient information to make informed choices among the variety of suppliers and services expected to emerge through competition; and WHEREAS, Targeted community-oriented programs aimed at developing non-traditional and cost-effective means to balance electric supply and demand, including responses that rely on the use of renewable energy resources, new energy technologies, load management, and energy efficiency resources to meet energy service needs, can help to achieve the goals of the 1997 Law by complementing traditional approaches to providing electric service; and WHEREAS, The Center for Neighborhood Technology and Commonwealth Edison are now testing and evaluating such targeted, community-based programs in Northeastern Illinois; and WHEREAS, Such programs also help consumers become better informed about changes in the electric services market and new ways to meet energy services needs and may afford consumers the means to organize to more effectively participate in competitive markets after the
[November 14, 2000] 50 opportunity for residential customer choice occurs in May 2002 according to the schedule established in the 1997 Law; therefore be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that the Department of Commerce and Community Affairs and the Illinois Commerce Commission are hereby respectfully requested jointly to prepare a report based on a study of the ways in which renewable resources, new energy technologies, load management, and energy efficiency improvements that enhance electric service reliability or reduce energy service costs might be encouraged in competitive markets for electricity through targeted, community-oriented programs or other similar initiatives that may further community load aggregation and demand reduction; and be it further RESOLVED, That the Department and the Commission submit to the Governor and the General Assembly a preliminary report of findings from that study by March 15, 2001 and a final report by June 30, 2001; and be it further RESOLVED, That at least one public hearing be held by the Electric Policy Committee of the Commission during the study to receive information and recommendations from all interested parties, including, in particular, energy services providers and consumers, concerning the ways in which renewable resources, new energy technologies, load management, and energy efficiency improvements might be encouraged in competitive markets for electricity and related energy services; and be it further RESOLVED, That the reports submitted by the Department and the Commission include information on: (1) the cost-effectiveness of using renewable resources, new energy technologies, load management, and energy efficiency improvements to address issues related to electric service reliability and growth in peak demand for electricity, (2) the potential effects of reductions in peak demand for electricity, and of the aggregation of consumer demand, on the development of competition in electricity markets, (3) the extent of (a) potential consumer, community, economic development, and environmental benefits from reductions in peak demand for electricity which might be achieved through renewable resources, new energy technologies, load management, energy efficiency improvements, and other available means and (b) potential consumer and other benefits of the aggregation of consumer and community demand, and (4) a description of the costs and benefits of ways in which the State of Illinois might encourage and fund, either through existing or new policies or programs, the use of renewable resources, new energy technologies, and energy efficiency improvements in competitive markets for electricity and related energy services; and be it further RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution be delivered to the Director of Commerce and Community Affairs and to the Chairman of the Illinois Commerce Commission. HOUSE RESOLUTION 888 Offered by Representative Tim Johnson: WHEREAS, Today only two remnants remain of the 1870 Forest Plantation at the University of Illinois' Urbana campus; the first is a 120' by 550' long green space, along Lincoln Avenue, just north of the Lincoln Avenue Residence Hall; the other remnant, a 600' square called Illini Grove, stands at the corner of Lincoln and Pennsylvania Avenues; and WHEREAS, In the 19th century Professor T.J. Burrill established the field of Plant Pathology with his research in the Forest Plantation; Professor Burrill evaluated tree growth, studied the survival of trees on prairie soil, and demonstrated potential productivity; and WHEREAS, Today these two areas are highly valued green spaces with a variety of trees, some as old as 130 years, a very rare condition on the Urbana campus; and WHEREAS, As a boy State Senator Stanley Weaver used to play in the Forest Plantation and has many pleasant memories of the woods; in 1963
51 [November 14, 2000] Senator Weaver and his wife, Mary Smith Weaver, signed a petition to prevent further development of buildings in the woods; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we request that the two remnants of the Forest Plantation remain forever open and undeveloped, and we urge the Illinois Department of Natural Resources to place plaques at each of the sites, declaring the sites to be testimonials to Senator Stanley Weaver and his wife, Mary Smith Weaver, for their lifelong dedication to preserving nature; and be it further RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution be presented to the Director of Natural Resources, Senator Stanley Weaver, and Mary Smith Weaver. HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION 73 Offered by Representative O'Connor: BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, THE SENATE CONCURRING HEREIN, that the two Houses shall convene in Joint Session on Wednesday, November 15, 2000 at the hour of 11:00 o'clock a.m., to hear Ambassador Fernando Remirez, Chief Principal Officer of the Cuban Interests Section from Washington D.C. ACTION ON MOTIONS Representative Currie moved to suspend the provision of Rule 18(g) to discharge the Committee on Rules from further consideration of HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION 73, and hear it immediately. The motion prevailed. RESOLUTIONS HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION 73 was taken up for consideration. Representative Currie moved the adoption of the resolution. The motion prevailed and the Resolution was adopted. Ordered that the Clerk inform the Senate and ask their concurrence. GUEST SPEAKER Representative Hartke introduced Mr. Wei Ruixing, Consul General to Peoples Republic of China in Chicago, to address the House of Representatives. ACTION ON VETO MOTIONS Pursuant to the Motion submitted previously, Representative Bugielski moved to accept the Governor's Specific Recommendations for Change to HOUSE BILL 3838, by adoption of the following amendment: I move to accept the specific recommendations of the Governor as to House Bill 3838 in manner and form as follows: AMENDMENT TO HOUSE BILL 3838 IN ACCEPTANCE OF GOVERNOR'S RECOMMENDATIONS Amend House Bill 3838 on page 23 by replacing lines 29 through 31 with the following: "or who has failed to maintain one or more shares"; and on page 24 by replacing lines 28 through 30 with the following: "may be denied any or all credit union services in". And on that motion, a vote was taken resulting as follows: 112, Yeas; 0, Nays; 2, Answering Present. (ROLL CALL 2)
[November 14, 2000] 52 This motion, having received the votes of three-fifths of the Members elected, prevailed. Ordered that the Clerk inform the Senate and ask their concurrence in the Governor's Specific Recommendations for Change. RESOLUTIONS HOUSE RESOLUTION 899 was taken up for consideration. Representative Acevedo moved the adoption of the resolution. The motion prevailed and the Resolution was adopted. ACTION ON MOTIONS Representative Currie moved to suspend the posting notice on HOUSE BILLS 4577, 4731, 4738 and SENATE BILL 1047 to have immediate consideration. The motion prevailed. At the hour of 4:40 0'clock p.m., Representative Currie moved that the House do now adjourn until Wednesday, November 15, 2000, at 10:45 0'clock a.m. The motion prevailed. And the House stood adjourned.
53 [November 14, 2000] NO. 1 STATE OF ILLINOIS NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE ROLL CALL QUORUM ROLL CALL FOR ATTENDANCE NOV 14, 2000 0 YEAS 0 NAYS 114 PRESENT P ACEVEDO E FLOWERS P LINDNER P REITZ P BASSI P FOWLER P LOPEZ P RIGHTER P BEAUBIEN P FRANKS E LYONS,EILEEN P RUTHERFORD P BELLOCK P FRITCHEY P LYONS,JOSEPH P RYDER P BERNS P GARRETT P MATHIAS P SAVIANO P BIGGINS P GASH P MAUTINO P SCHMITZ P BLACK P GIGLIO P McAULIFFE P SCHOENBERG P BOLAND E GILES P McCARTHY P SCOTT P BOST P GRANBERG P McGUIRE P SCULLY P BRADLEY P HAMOS P McKEON P SHARP P BRADY P HANNIG P MEYER P SILVA P BROSNAHAN P HARRIS P MITCHELL,BILL P SKINNER P BRUNSVOLD P HARTKE P MITCHELL,JERRY P SLONE P BUGIELSKI P HASSERT P MOFFITT P SMITH P BURKE P HOEFT P MOORE P SOMMER P CAPPARELLI P HOFFMAN E MORROW P STEPHENS P COULSON P HOLBROOK P MULLIGAN P STROGER P COWLISHAW P HOWARD P MURPHY P TENHOUSE P CROSS P HULTGREN P MYERS P TURNER,ART P CROTTY P JOHNSON,TOM P NOVAK P TURNER,JOHN P CURRIE P JONES,JOHN P O'BRIEN P WAIT P CURRY P JONES,LOU P O'CONNOR P WINKEL P DANIELS P JONES,SHIRLEY P OSMOND P WINTERS P DART P KENNER P OSTERMAN P WIRSING P DAVIS,MONIQUE P KLINGLER P PANKAU P WOJCIK P DAVIS,STEVE P KOSEL P PARKE P WOOLARD P DELGADO P KRAUSE P PERSICO P YOUNGE P DURKIN P LANG P POE P ZICKUS P ERWIN P LAWFER P PUGH P MR. SPEAKER P FEIGENHOLTZ P LEITCH E - Denotes Excused Absence
[November 14, 2000] 54 NO. 88 STATE OF ILLINOIS NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE ROLL CALL HOUSE BILL 3838 BANKS CUSTOMER INFORMATION ACCEPT AMENDATORY VETO PREVAILED THREE-FIFTHS VOTE REQUIRED NOV 14, 2000 112 YEAS 0 NAYS 2 PRESENT Y ACEVEDO E FLOWERS Y LINDNER Y REITZ Y BASSI Y FOWLER Y LOPEZ Y RIGHTER Y BEAUBIEN P FRANKS E LYONS,EILEEN Y RUTHERFORD Y BELLOCK Y FRITCHEY Y LYONS,JOSEPH Y RYDER Y BERNS Y GARRETT Y MATHIAS Y SAVIANO Y BIGGINS Y GASH Y MAUTINO Y SCHMITZ Y BLACK Y GIGLIO Y McAULIFFE Y SCHOENBERG Y BOLAND E GILES Y McCARTHY Y SCOTT Y BOST Y GRANBERG Y McGUIRE Y SCULLY Y BRADLEY Y HAMOS Y McKEON Y SHARP Y BRADY Y HANNIG Y MEYER Y SILVA Y BROSNAHAN Y HARRIS Y MITCHELL,BILL Y SKINNER Y BRUNSVOLD Y HARTKE Y MITCHELL,JERRY Y SLONE Y BUGIELSKI Y HASSERT Y MOFFITT Y SMITH Y BURKE Y HOEFT Y MOORE Y SOMMER Y CAPPARELLI Y HOFFMAN E MORROW Y STEPHENS Y COULSON Y HOLBROOK Y MULLIGAN Y STROGER Y COWLISHAW Y HOWARD Y MURPHY Y TENHOUSE Y CROSS Y HULTGREN Y MYERS Y TURNER,ART Y CROTTY Y JOHNSON,TOM Y NOVAK Y TURNER,JOHN Y CURRIE Y JONES,JOHN Y O'BRIEN Y WAIT Y CURRY Y JONES,LOU Y O'CONNOR Y WINKEL Y DANIELS Y JONES,SHIRLEY Y OSMOND Y WINTERS Y DART Y KENNER Y OSTERMAN Y WIRSING Y DAVIS,MONIQUE Y KLINGLER Y PANKAU Y WOJCIK Y DAVIS,STEVE Y KOSEL Y PARKE Y WOOLARD Y DELGADO Y KRAUSE Y PERSICO Y YOUNGE Y DURKIN Y LANG Y POE Y ZICKUS Y ERWIN Y LAWFER Y PUGH P MR. SPEAKER Y FEIGENHOLTZ Y LEITCH E - Denotes Excused Absence