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HOUSE JOURNAL
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
NINETY-FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY
67TH LEGISLATIVE DAY
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 1999
1:OO O'CLOCK P.M.
The House met pursuant to adjournment.
The Speaker in the Chair.
Prayer by Rabbi Asher Lopatin, Spiritual Leader of Anshe Sholom
B'nai Israel Congregation and Chairman of Public Relations for the
Chicago Rabbinical Council.
Representative O'Brien 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:
115 present. (ROLL CALL 1)
By unanimous consent, Representatives Monique Davis, Morrow and
Schoenberg were excused from attendance.
TEMPORARY COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
The Speaker announced the following temporary committee
assignments:
Representative Hartke replaced Representative McCarthy,
Representative Hoffman replaced Representative Hamos, Representative
Fowler replaced Representative McCarthy, Representative Reitz
replaced Representative Giglio, Representative Bill Mitchell replaced
Representative Bellock, Representative Bost replaced Representative
Black, and Representative Righter replaced Representative Eileen
Lyons in the Committee on Child Support Enforcement on November 8,
1999.
REPORT FROM THE COMMITTEE ON RULES
Representative Currie, Chairperson, from the Committee on Rules
to which the following were referred, action taken earlier today, and
reported the same back with the following recommendations:
That the bill be reported "approved for consideration -
Compliance": HOUSE BILLS 427, 1383, 1676, 1762 and 1766.
That the resolution be reported "be approved for consideration"
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and placed on the Calendar on the order of Resolutions: HOUSE
RESOLUTION 270.
That the bill be reported "be approved for consideration" and
placed on the House Calendar on the order of Non-concurrence: SENATE
BILL 618.
That the bill be reported "be approved for consideration" and
placed on the House Calendar on the order Consideration
Postponed: HOUSE BILL 709.
The committee roll call vote on HOUSE BILLS 427, 1383, 1676,
1762, 1766; HOUSE RESOLUTION 270; SENATE BILL 618.
4, Yeas; 0, Nays; 0, Answering Present.
N Currie, Chair Y Ryder
Y Hannig Y Tenhouse
N Turner, Art
The committee roll call vote on HOUSE BILL 709 is as follows:
3, Yeas; 2, Nays; 0, Answering Present.
N Currie, Chair Y Ryder
Y Hannig Y Tenhouse
N Turner, Art
COMMITTEE ON RULES
REFERRALS
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 Child Support Enforcement: HOUSE BILLS 2903, 2920,
2921 and 2922; HOUSE RESOLUTIONS 444, 456 and 462.
Committee on Constitutional Officers: House Amendment 1 to HOUSE
BILL 2883.
Committee on Revenue: SENATE BILL 1144.
Committee on Toursim: HOUSE RESOLUTION 398.
VETO MOTIONS SUBMITTED
Representative Joseph Lyons submitted the following written
motion, which was placed in the Committee on Rules:
MOTION #1
I move to accept the specific recommendations of the Governor as
to HOUSE BILL 427 in manner and form as follows:
AMENDMENT TO HOUSE BILL 427
IN ACCEPTANCE OF GOVERNOR'S RECOMMENDATIONS
Amend House Bill 427 on page 24, by replacing lines 26 through 29
with the following:
"be employed by the owner or operator of the establishment, its
parent entity, or any other entity with ownership common to either
the owner or operator of the establishment or parent entity,
including but not limited to an affiliate of the owner or operator of
the establishment. Nothing in this Section is"; and
on page 32, line 19, by changing "Director" to "Governor"; and
on page 33, line 28, by changing "Director" to "Governor"; and
on page 35, by replacing line 2 with "appointed by January 1, 2001";
and
on page 35, line 3, by deleting "March 1, 2000"; and
on page 35, line 6, by changing "Director" to "Governor"; and
on page 36, line 4, by changing "Director" to "Governor"; and
on page 58, by replacing lines 31 through 33 with the following:
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"Section 199. Effective date. This Act takes effect on January
1, 2001."; and
on page 59, by deleting line 1.
Representative Gash submitted the following written motion, which
was placed in the Committee on Rules:
MOTION #1
I move to accept the specific recommendations of the Governor as
to HOUSE BILL 811 in manner and form as follows:
AMENDMENT TO HOUSE BILL 811
IN ACCEPTANCE OF GOVERNOR'S RECOMMENDATIONS
Amend House Bill 811 on page 3, by deleting lines 3 through 5.
Representative Reitz submitted the following written motion,
which was placed in the Committee on Rules:
MOTION #1
I move to accept the specific recommendations of the Governor as
to HOUSE BILL 1366 in manner and form as follows:
AMENDMENT TO HOUSE BILL 1366
IN ACCEPTANCE OF GOVERNOR'S RECOMMENDATIONS
Amend House Bill 1366 on page 4, line 17, by replacing "or and"
with "and".
Representative Joseph Lyons submitted the following written
motion, which was placed in the Committee on Rules:
MOTION #1
I move to accept the specific recommendations of the Governor as
to HOUSE BILL 1676 in manner and form as follows:
AMENDMENT TO HOUSE BILL 1676
IN ACCEPTANCE OF GOVERNOR'S RECOMMENDATIONS
Amend House Bill 1676 as follows:
on page 2, line 20, delete "Right" and replace with "Duty"; and
on page 5, line 6, delete "(b)" and replace with "(d)(2)"; and
on page 5, lines 10 and 11, delete ", whether the operator is found
guilty or not"; and
on page 5, below line 28, insert the following:
"(g) This Section shall not be applied, construed, or implemented
in any manner inconsistent with, or in conflict with, any provision
of the federal motor carrier safety regulations."; and
on page 5, line 30, delete "January" and insert "July".
Representative Cross submitted the following written motion,
which was placed in the Committee on Rules:
MOTION #1
I move to accept the specific recommendations of the Governor as
to HOUSE BILL 1816 in manner and form as follows:
AMENDMENT TO HOUSE BILL 1816
IN ACCEPTANCE OF GOVERNOR'S RECOMMENDATIONS
Amend House Bill 1816 on page 2, by replacing lines 30 through 34
with the following:
"(10) To those SHOCAP committee members who fall within the
meaning of "state and local officials and authorities", as those
terms are used within the meaning of the federal Family
Educational Rights and Privacy Act, for the purposes of
identifying serious habitual juvenile offenders and matching
those offenders with community resources pursuant to Section
5-145 of the Juvenile Court Act of 1987, but only to the extent
that the release, transfer, disclosure, or dissemination is
consistent with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.";
and
on page 6, by replacing lines 17 through 21 with the following:
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"(10) To those SHOCAP committee members who fall within the
meaning of "state and local officials and authorities", as those
terms are used within the meaning of the federal Family
Educational Rights and Privacy Act, for the purposes of
identifying serious habitual juvenile offenders and matching
those offenders with community resources pursuant to Section
5-145 of the Juvenile Court Act of 1987, but only to the extent
that the release, transfer, disclosure, or dissemination is
consistent with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.".
Representative Winkel submitted the following written motion,
which was placed in the Committee on Rules:
MOTION #1
I move to accept the specific recommendations of the Governor as
to HOUSE BILL 421 in manner and form as follows:
AMENDMENT TO HOUSE BILL 421
IN ACCEPTANCE OF GOVERNOR'S RECOMMENDATIONS
Amend House Bill 421 on page 4, by replacing lines 1 and 2 with
the following:
"particular case. The final order in all cases shall state the
support level"; and
on page 4, by replacing line 8 with the following:
"support in addition to a specific dollar"; and
on page 4, by replacing lines 10 and 11 with the following:
"determine and enforce, on a timely basis, the applicable support
ordered.".
Representative Stephens submitted the following written motion,
which was placed in the Committee on Rules:
MOTION #1
I move to accept the specific recommendations of the Governor as
to HOUSE BILL 1832 in manner and form as follows:
AMENDMENT TO HOUSE BILL 1832
IN ACCEPTANCE OF GOVERNOR'S RECOMMENDATIONS
Amend House Bill 1832 on page 10, below line 4, by inserting the
following:
"Section 99. Effective date. This Act takes effect upon
becoming law."
Representative O'Brien submitted the following written motion,
which was placed on the order of Motions:
MOTION #1
I move that HOUSE BILL 2256 do pass, the Governor's Specific
Recommendations for Change notwithstanding.
Representative Mautino submitted the following written motion,
which was placed on the order of Motions:
MOTION #1
I move that HOUSE BILL 523 do pass, the Veto of the Governor
notwithstanding.
Representative Hoffman submitted the following written motion,
which was placed on the order of Motions:
MOTION #1
I move that HOUSE BILL 1165 do pass, the Veto of the Governor
notwithstanding.
Representative Steve Davis submitted the following written
motion, which was placed on the order of Motions:
MOTION #1
I move that HOUSE BILL 1723 do pass, the Veto of the Governor
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notwithstanding.
Representative Stroger submitted the following written motion,
which was placed on the order of Motions:
MOTION #1
I move that HOUSE BILL 1959 do pass, the Veto of the Governor
notwithstanding.
MOTIONS
SUBMITTED
Representative Biggins submitted the following written motion,
which was placed on the order of Motions:
MOTION
Pursuant to Rule 25, I move to suspend the posting requirements
in relation to SENATE BILL 1144, assigned to the Committee on
Revenue.
Representative Joseph Lyons submitted the following written
motion, which was placed on the order of Motions:
MOTION
Pursuant to Rule 25, I move to suspend the posting requirements
in relation to HOUSE BILLS 2903, 2920, 2921 and 2922 assigned to the
House Committee on Child Support Enforcement.
Representative Joseph Lyons submitted the following written
motion, which was placed on the order of Motions:
MOTION
Pursuant to Rule 25, I move to suspend the posting requirements
in relation to HOUSE RESOLUTIONS 444, 456 and 462 assigned to the
House Committee on Child Support Enforcement.
REQUEST FOR FISCAL NOTE
Representative Franks requested that a Fiscal Note be supplied
for HOUSE BILL 2872.
FISCAL NOTES SUPPLIED
Fiscal Notes have been supplied for HOUSE BILLS 2883, as amended,
2893, 2894, 2895, 2897 and 2898.
REQUEST FOR STATE MANDATE NOTE
Representative Black requested that a State Mandate Note be
supplied for HOUSE BILL 2883, as amended.
STATE MANDATE NOTE SUPPLIED
A State Mandate Note has been supplied for HOUSE BILL 2883, as
amended.
CORRECTIONAL BUDGET AND IMPACT NOTES SUPPLIED
Correctional Budget and Impact Notes have been supplied for HOUSE
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BILLS 2893, 2894, 2895, 2897 and 2898.
PENSION IMPACT NOTE SUPPLIED
A Pension Impact Note has been supplied for HOUSE BILL 2916.
HOME RULE NOTE SUPPLIED
A Home Rule Note has been supplied for HOUSE BILL 2883, as
amended.
REPORTS FROM STANDING COMMITTEES
Representative Steve Davis, Chairperson, from the Committee on
Constitutional Officers to which the following were referred, action
taken earlier today, and reported the same back with the following
recommendations:
That the Floor Amendment be reported "recommends be adopted":
Amendment No. 1 to HOUSE BILL 2883.
CHANGE OF SPONSORSHIP
Representative Mulligan asked and obtained unanimous consent to
be removed as chief sponsor and Representative Biggins asked and
obtained unanimous consent to be shown as chief sponsor of SENATE
BILL 1144.
INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF BILLS
The following bills were introduced, read by title a first time,
ordered printed and placed in the Committee on Rules:
HOUSE BILL 2925. Introduced by Representative Woolard, a bill
for AN ACT to amend the Code of Civil Procedure by adding Section
7-103.97.
HOUSE BILL 2926. Introduced by Representative Garrett, a bill
for AN ACT to amend the Currency Exchange Act by changing Section
4.1.
HOUSE BILL 2927. Introduced by Representative Franks, a bill for
AN ACT to amend the Election Code by changing Section 9-25.
HOUSE BILL 2928. Introduced by Representative Franks, a bill for
AN ACT to amend the Property Tax Code by changing Section 20-130.
HOUSE BILL 2929. Introduced by Representative Franks, a bill for
AN ACT to amend the Property Tax Code by changing Sections 16-80 and
16-147.
HOUSE BILL 2930. Introduced by Representative Pugh, a bill for
AN ACT to amend the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963 by adding
Section 119-10.
HOUSE BILL 2931. Introduced by Representative Hoffman, a bill
for AN ACT to amend the School Code by changing Section 22-26.
HOUSE BILL 2932. Introduced by Representative Mautino, a bill
for AN ACT in relation to farmer retraining.
HOUSE BILL 2933. Introduced by Representative Mautino, a bill
for AN ACT making an appropriation.
HOUSE BILL 2934. Introduced by Representative Tim Johnson, a
bill for AN ACT to provide for the deposit of funds received from
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settlement of litigation against tobacco companies.
HOUSE BILL 2935. Introduced by Representative Bill Mitchell, a
bill for AN ACT to amend the Illinois Farm Development Act by
changing Section 7.2.
HOUSE BILL 2936. Introduced by Representative Tim Johnson, a
bill for AN ACT to amend the Higher Education Student Assistance Act
by adding Section 63.
HOUSE BILL 2937. Introduced by Representative Tim Johnson, a
bill for AN ACT to amend the Alternate Fuels Act by adding Section
27.
HOUSE BILL 2938. Introduced by Representative Tim Johnson, a
bill for AN ACT concerning taxes, amending named Acts.
HOUSE BILL 2939. Introduced by Representative Tim Johnson, a
bill for AN ACT making appropriations.
HOUSE BILL 2940. Introduced by Representatives Woolard - John
Jones - Jerry Mitchell - Crotty - Curry, a bill for AN ACT to amend
the School Code by changing Section 21-4.
HOUSE BILL 2941. Introduced by Representative Bill Mitchell, a
bill for AN ACT to amend the Joint Tenancy Act by changing Section
1c.
HOUSE BILL 2942. Introduced by Representative Black, a bill for
AN ACT concerning police and fire-fighters, amending named Acts.
HOUSE BILL 2943. Introduced by Representative Black, a bill for
AN ACT concerning the demolition of unsafe buildings, amending named
Acts.
HOUSE BILL 2944. Introduced by Representative Holbrook, a bill
for AN ACT to amend the School Code by changing Section 18-8.05.
HOUSE BILL 2945. Introduced by Representatives Saviano -
Bugielski - McAuliffe - Durkin - Fritchey, a bill for AN ACT
concerning decommissioned police firearms.
AGREED RESOLUTIONS
The following resolutions were offered and placed on the House
Calendar.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 378
Offered by Representative Granberg:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to recognize milestones in the lives of citizens of the
State; and
WHEREAS, Phyllis Rames, organizer of the program "Partners in
Reading" in Vandalia, Illinois, will be honored with a Governor's
Home Town Award this year; and
WHEREAS, Partners in Reading was introduced into the Vandalia
Elementary Schools in 1995; it had been discussed as early as 1990 by
teachers in the Washington Elementary School; Mrs. Pamela Baker began
utilizing a version of a program called "Everybody Wins", developed
by Arthur Tannenbaum, of the Washington, D.C. schools; and
WHEREAS, The program asks volunteers from the community to spend
35 to 45 minutes during the school lunchtime reading and sharing time
with an individual student; in 1997 the program extended to Lincoln
and Jefferson Elementary schools and to nearby Ramsey Elementary in
Ramsey, Illinois; and
WHEREAS, Community response has been overwhelming for the
program; volunteers get to know their young charges, and many have
made friends and extended their personal involvement beyond the
school; Partners in Reading truly deserves to be recognized for
changing lives in the community; therefore, be it
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RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate
Phyllis Rames and Partners in Reading for being honored with a
Governor's Home Town Award; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Phyllis Rames and the many dedicated volunteers of Partners in
Reading.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 379
Offered by Representative Lou Jones:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to honor milestones in the lives of citizens of the State;
and
WHEREAS, Reverend Clay Evans, Pastor of the Fellowship Missionary
Baptist Church in Chicago, is celebrating his 74th birthday; and
WHEREAS, Reverend Evans is a well respected and well known
minister, in both religious and civic circles; he serves as President
of the Broadcast Minister's Alliance of Chicago; he is the Chairman
Emeritus of the National Rainbow/Push Coalition; Reverend Evans
recently received an honorary doctorate degree from North Park
University; and
WHEREAS, The church will celebrate the birthday of Reverend Evans
with Reverend Charles Straight and Reverend Charles Jenkins speaking
to the congregation and guests; soloists will be featured throughout
the day and a reception will be held; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate
Reverend Clay Evans on the occasion of his 74th birthday; we also
wish to acknowledge the hard work and dedication that it takes to be
a minister, working with the community and serving the needs of
others; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Reverend Clay Evans, along with our sincere regards.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 380
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, Brian Behlke of Boy Scout Troop 44 will receive the
Eagle Scout Award at a Court of Honor to be held on September 26,
1999 at Scott Air Force Base; 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, Brian Behlke 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 Brian Behlke 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 Brian Behlke as an expression of our respect and esteem.
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HOUSE RESOLUTION 381
Offered by Representative Madigan:
WHEREAS, Those individuals who minister to the spiritual needs of
others are worthy of the highest respect and admiration; and
WHEREAS, It has come to the attention of this House that the
Reverend Melchior Toczek is celebrating the Golden Jubilee of his
ordination to the holy priesthood with an anniversary mass to be held
at 9:30 a.m. at Oak Forest Hospital in Oak Forest, Illinois, followed
by a reception; and
WHEREAS, Born in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1923, Father Toczek studied
at Mayslake in Oak Brook and at the Franciscan major seminary in
Teutopolis; and
WHEREAS, He was ordained June 24, 1949, and was assigned to
various Midwestern stations; he has taught at Quincy College for 6
years, administered and taught at Hales Franciscan High School in
Chicago for 11 years, served the prisoners at Statesville Prison at
Joliet, and for almost 12 years, has been a Catholic Chaplain to the
patients at Oak Forest Hospital; and
WHEREAS, The illustrious life and extraordinary service of Father
Toczek are a shining example of the love of God to all the people of
this State, of whatever faith; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate the
Reverend Melchior Toczek upon the Golden Jubilee of his ordination
into the holy priesthood and express great pleasure in the
expectation that he will be able to continue his loving service to
the people of this State for many years to come; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
him as an expression of our great respect and esteem.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 382
Offered by Representative Morrow:
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 Clifton Herford of
Chicago is celebrating the 100th anniversary of his birth; and
WHEREAS, Clifton Herford has seen many changes in his lifetime
and is to be lifted up for reaching this memorable moment in his
life; he is a man who young people can go to and ask about the past,
and gain insight about the future; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate
Clifton Herford on the occasion of his birthday and extend to
Clifton Herford our sincere best wishes for the future; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Clifton Herford as an expression of our respect and esteem.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 383
Offered by Representative Morrow:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives
wish to extend their sincere sympathies to the family and friends of
Charles Augustus Anderson, who recently passed away; and
WHEREAS, Charles Anderson was born in Appalachia, Virginia, on
July 20, 1928; his parents were Ruth Virginia and Nelson James
Anderson, Sr.; and
WHEREAS, At twelve years of age, Charles Anderson was raised by
his aunt, Elizabeth Adams, Director of Music at the Georgia State
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Industrial College in Savannah, Georgia; and
WHEREAS, Charles Anderson graduated from the East High School in
Des Moines, Iowa, in 1945; later that year he moved to Chicago to
live with his uncle, Prince McKissack; he attended barber college and
became a registered barber in 1956; in 1987 he was united in marriage
to Doris Darring; and
WHEREAS, Charles Anderson is survived by his wife, Doris; his
sister, Ruth Williams; his brothers, Nelson, Jr., and Joseph; his
daughter, Sharon L. Osbourne; his son, Michael; his stepsons, Paul
(Danielle) Darring and Wayne (Diane) Darring; his grandchildren,
Kristen Anderson, Lloyd Nobles, Asia Campbell, Jennifer Darring, Paul
Darring, and Christopher Darring; his great-grandchildren, Destiny
and Dontae Anderson, DeAndra Buford, and Paris Campbell; and his many
friends and business associates; 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 family and friends, the death of Charles Anderson; may they find
comfort in this time of need; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be given to the
family of Charles Anderson as a token of our respect.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 384
Offered by Representative Parke:
WHEREAS, It is with great pleasure that the members of this Body
welcome the opportunity to recognize citizens of this State who make
outstanding contributions to society; and
WHEREAS, It has come to our attention that David M. Keeley is
retiring as Director of School-Community Relations for School
District 54 in Schaumburg; and
WHEREAS, He received his bachelor's degree in education from
Western Illinois University and his master's degree from the
University of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, He began his career as a teacher at Joliet Central High
School from 1969-1970 and taught at Keller Junior High School from
1971-1975 and at Eisenhower Junior High School from 1975-1978; and
WHEREAS, He has been affiliated with the Illinois Chapter of the
National School Public Relations Association, the United Way of
Hoffman Estates, the Rotary Club of Schaumburg/Hoffman Estates, and
the United States Peace Corps; and
WHEREAS, He has developed and overseen the production of a
variety of publications including "School Zone", "Visions", and the
"Parent-Student Handbook"; he also coordinated communications with
the press and with the school community; and
WHEREAS, David Keeley has made many contributions to School
District 54 and is respected and admired by all who 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 David
Keeley as he retires as Director of School-Community Relations for
School District 54 and applaud the dedicated work he has performed;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
him as an expression of our admiration and esteem.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 385
Offered by Representative Granberg:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives
wish to honor Vivian Nichols for her hard work and dedication to
education and her community; and
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WHEREAS, Vivian Nichols has announced her decision to retire; and
WHEREAS, Vivian Nichols has served 32 years in her school
district, with Martin Van Lucas Elementary School, Parkside
Elementary School, John F. Kennedy Elementary School, and Warren G.
Harding Elementary School; and
WHEREAS, In her community, she has been involved with St. Paul
Baptist Church, the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, the East St. Louis
Pan-Hellenic Council, the Top Ladies of Distinction, and has served
for 15 years as the Treasurer for the Committee to Re-elect
Representative Wyvetter Younge; and
WHEREAS, Vivian Nichols is a Christian, a wife, a parent, a
teacher, a volunteer, and an all-around important part of her
community; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we salute Vivian
Nichols; she has set an example through her commitment to education
and her community that others should follow; our wish is the best for
her retirement and future; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Vivian Nichols.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 386
Offered by Representative Granberg:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives
wish to congratulate the WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) program
on the occasion of its 25th anniversary; and
WHEREAS, WIC began in Illinois in 1974, serving 12,000 people;
today the program serves approximately 240,000 participants; since
its beginnings, the WIC program in Illinois has provided more than 6
million nutritional and medical risk assessments, 12 million
nutrition education encounters, and 38 million supplemental food
packages to participants in the State; and
WHEREAS, WIC is a program that provides nutrition education,
health care referral, breastfeeding support, and supplemental
nutritional foods to people across the nation; WIC enables parents to
ensure that their children receive the proper food and nutritional
needs during the important growing years of their lives; and
WHEREAS, In 1998 Illinois received the Dan Glickman Pyramid of
Excellence Award from the United States Department of Agriculture for
having the best delivery system in the WIC program; Illinois has
become a model for other states through the data system used to
collect information on the WIC program; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate all
the hard workers and participants of the WIC program in Illinois on
its anniversary; through the combined efforts of all involved, the
WIC program in Illinois continues to set the standard for others; and
be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
the WIC program in Illinois.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 387
Offered by Representative Curry:
WHEREAS, The members of this House were saddened to learn of the
death of Mrs. Doris Yvonne Lacy Carman of Arthur on March 18, 1999;
and
WHEREAS, She was born on January 18, 1929 in Arthur, the daughter
of Harold and Emma Agge Lacy; she attended Arthur schools and
graduated as salutatorian of her class in 1947; and
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WHEREAS, She married Bill Carman and they moved to Mattoon; the
next year their only child, Billie Yvonne, was born; they soon moved
back to Arthur and she went to work for the Arthur Graphic-Clarion;
and
WHEREAS, She later began working for the Progress Manufacturing
Company and remained there for more than 30 years as executive
secretary; she wrote a newsletter for Progress and later a book on
the history of the oil division and casket company; and
WHEREAS, She became a personal secretary for the Grand Matron of
Eastern Star in Macon, and for a short time she and her husband owned
and operated a restaurant named "Carmans"; and
WHEREAS, In 1987, she became a part-time employee at Schrock
Brothers cabinet factory, then went to work full-time in 1990 and
stayed until 1993; in 1993, she became tourism director for the
Association of Commerce and Village of Arthur, and under her guidance
tourism increased; and
WHEREAS, She joined the Eastern Star and served as Worthy Matron
three times; she became a Grand Lecturer and held installations for
six to ten chapters a month for many years; she founded the Patrons
Club in Macon to help support the Matrons Home in that town; and
WHEREAS, She was a life-long member of the Vine Street Christian
Church; and
WHEREAS, Her passing will be deeply felt by her family and
friends, especially her husband, Bill; her daughter, Billie Yvonne
Long; her grandchildren, step-grandchildren, and great-grandchildren;
and her sisters and brother, Margie Elliott, Merril Lacy, and Nancy
Bell; 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. Doris Yvonne Lacy Carman 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 Doris Yvonne Lacy Carman.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 388
Offered by Representative Black:
WHEREAS, It has come to our attention that Georgetown-Ridge Farm
High School students belonging to an Odyssey of the Mind team took
top honors and won the EnvirOmental Challenge division world title;
and
WHEREAS, Odyssey of the Mind is a program that involves creative
problem solving and working in groups; and
WHEREAS, Led and inspired by their coach, Jeannine Patterson,
along with her husband, Charles, the team members are: senior, Ryan
Frohock; juniors, Lynsey Hart, Manda Paige, and Derek Galyen; and
freshmen, Chelsea Spurlock and James Chandler; and
WHEREAS, The team took first place against fifty-four United
States and international teams; and
WHEREAS, Principal Pat Noggle, as well as the faculty, staff,
students, and parents of Georgetown-Ridge Farm High School and all
the people of Illinois, are proud of this great team; therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we offer our sincere
congratulations to Jeannine and Charles Patterson, Ryan Frohock,
Lynsey Hart, Manda Paige, Derek Galyen, Chelsea Spurlock, and James
Chandler for winning the EnvirOmental Challenge division of the
Odyssey of the Mind competition; and be it further
RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution be presented to
each person mentioned above.
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HOUSE RESOLUTION 389
Offered by Representative Granberg:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to recognize milestones within the State of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, The Greenville Free Methodist Church is celebrating 100
years at its present location, at the corner of College and Elm
Streets in Greenville, Illinois; and
WHEREAS, The church was started in Greenville in 1880, twenty
years after the formation of the Free Methodist denomination in
Pekin, New York; the first building was on the corner of Prairie and
Vine Streets in Greenville, and in 1899 moved to the present
location; in the 1960's the old church building and parsonage were
torn down and replaced by the new church and adjacent education
building; and
WHEREAS, The Greenville Free Methodist Church is home for the
Greenville College chapel services; located across the street from
Greenville College, the church and school share many programs and
events together; the city of Greenville is also home for the Free
Methodist Gateway Conference headquarters, formerly the Central
Illinois Conference; and
WHEREAS, Pastor Leslie L. Krober is the current minister at the
Greenville Free Methodist Church; Greg Groves is the youth pastor and
Gary Mulholland is the pastor of discipleship 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 and staff of the Greenville Free Methodist Church on the
celebration of 100 years at the corner of College and Elm Streets in
Greenville, Illinois; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Pastor Leslie Krober, to be shared with his congregation.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 390
Offered by Representative Howard:
WHEREAS, On Sunday, June 13, 1999, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority,
Theta Omega Chapter, will be honoring Irma Frazier Clarke for her
many dedicated years of service at DuSable High School; the ceremony
will be held at the school library and the library will be named in
her honor; and
WHEREAS, Alpha Kappa Alpha is the oldest African American
Sorority of college-trained women and was founded at Howard
University in Washington, D.C., in 1908; Theta Omega Chapter is
located in Chicago; and
WHEREAS, Irma Frazier Clarke is an Alpha Kappa Alpha woman, with
a life membership along with being a former national officer; she has
held office and chaired committees in Theta Omega and has a very rich
and talented history in the sorority; and
WHEREAS, She was the librarian in charge when the Chicago Public
Schools opened the doors of DuSable High School in 1935 and gave many
years of devoted service until she retired in 1968; and
WHEREAS, She was a tender, caring, and sincere teacher; she
started the collection of African American history books and
sponsored the Library Club; she inspired many students by her
dedication as well as her high level of professionalism; and
WHEREAS, She was born in Kansas City, Missouri, and has spent 40
years with the Chicago Public Schools; she earned an associate's
degree from the University of Kansas and a bachelor's degree from the
University of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, She has been a board member of the YWCA of Metropolitan
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Chicago and the Hyde Park Neighborhood Club and has been affiliated
with the Chicago Urban League, the American Library Association, St.
Thomas the Apostle Church, the Illinois Association of School
Librarians, the High School Librarians of Chicagoland, and Beta Phi
Mu Honorary Library Science Fraternity; and
WHEREAS, She was given an award from the YMCA of Metropolitan
Chicago for 30 years of continuous service and awards from the
Women's Council of the Chicago Heart Association and from the Harriet
M. Harris YWCA; and
WHEREAS, On Sunday, June 13, 1999, a portrait of Mrs. Clarke will
be given to the school library and a birthday celebration will be
held; Mrs. Clarke will be 99 years on June 16, 1999; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Mrs.
Irma Frazier Clarke on the honor being bestowed upon her by having
the DuSable High School Library being named after her and thank her
for the many things she has done throughout her years; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
her as an expression of our esteem.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 391
Offered by Representative Myers:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives
wish to express their sincere condolences to the family and friends
of Ivan Petefish, who passed away July 4, 1999; and
WHEREAS, Ivan Petefish served as the Doorkeeper for the Illinois
House of Representatives from 1965 to 1986; and
WHEREAS, Ivan Petefish was born in Morgan County on August 23,
1905; his parents were Ellis and Laura Clark Petefish; on February
14, 1966 he married Margaret L. Hudson; and
WHEREAS, He was an employee of the Illinois Secretary of State's
Office during the term of Charles Carpentier; he was active in
politics and served as the Morgan County Central Committee Treasurer
for the Republican Party and as a precinct committeeman for 50 years
in the Literberry area; and
WHEREAS, Ivan Petefish was a member of the Jacksonville Moose
Lodge, the Jacksonville Elks Club, and Odd Fellows Lodge No. 4; he
was active in the farming industry for many years; and
WHEREAS, Ivan Petefish is survived by his wife, Margaret; his
son, Wendell and wife, Julia; his daughter Betty Jean Adams and her
husband, Richard; his five grandchildren; his six
great-grandchildren; his niece and his nephew; 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 Ivan Petefish of Jacksonville; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
the family of Ivan Petefish, along with our sincere regards.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 392
Offered by Representative Giglio:
WHEREAS, The members of this Body are pleased to recognize
Isadore Edelstein on his ninetieth birthday; and
WHEREAS, He was born on August 12, 1909 in Chicago and spent most
of his single life on the south side, where he graduated from Fenger
High School; and
WHEREAS, He was an executive for many of the companies he worked
for, retiring at the age of eighty; and
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WHEREAS, He is the proud grandfather of four and he has one
brother; and
WHEREAS, On August 1, 1999, he will be honored at a party to be
held at the Arrington Hotel in Evanston, hosted by his son, Alan, and
his daughter, Lynne; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we join in
congratulating Isadore Edelstein on his ninetieth birthday and wish
him health and happiness in the future; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution shall be
presented to him as an expression of our admiration and esteem.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 393
Offered by Representative Granberg:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to acknowledge milestones within the State of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, The First Baptist Church of Greenland in Beecher City,
Illinois is celebrating 140 years of ministry; and
WHEREAS, Pioneers from Knox and Holmes counties in Ohio came by
covered wagon to the Greenland area; on August 6, 1859 a council of
five Baptist churches of the Missionary faith met and organized the
First Baptist Church of Greenland; on August 12, 1859, the church
united with the Louisville Baptist Association; and
WHEREAS, Pastor T.M. Griffith was called to be the first minister
for the new Baptist Church; for many years the congregation met in
the Ransom Church, and they made the decision by 1880 to build their
own structure; on December 16, 1883 Elder Cable preached the
dedication sermon in the new church; and
WHEREAS, the church was the site of many annual meetings of the
Louisville Baptist Association until 1961, when the church voted to
withdraw from the Association and become an independent Baptist
church; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the years there have been more than 500 names
listed on the membership rolls; the church has continued to build,
with the addition of an entrance foyer, stained glass windows, a new
floor, a new lectern, new pulpit chairs, a basement, a Sunday School
wing, a handicap accessible ramp, vinyl siding, and a new roof; and
WHEREAS, Under the current leadership of Pastor Bill Wessel, the
First Baptist Church of Greenland continues to be a vital part of its
community and the congregation looks forward to the next 140 years;
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 the First Baptist Church of Greenland on their church
anniversary; may they continue to minister the gospel to the people
of their area; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
the congregation of the First Baptist Church of Greenland.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 394
Offered by Representative Morrow:
WHEREAS, The members of this House were saddened to learn of the
death of Jesse Benjamin Balfour of Chicago on Sunday, June 6, 1999;
and
WHEREAS, He was born in Memphis, Tennessee, on November 29, 1943,
the son of the late Sammy and Druecilla Taylor Balfour; he grew up in
North Memphis, graduating from Manassas High School in 1961; he left
for Langston, Oklahoma, to attend Langston University, where he
earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education; and
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WHEREAS, He began his career as an educator in Memphis at
Caldwell Elementary School; in Chicago, he taught at O. W. Holmes
School, St. Sabina, where he was teacher and assistant principal, and
St. Carthage, where he was a teacher and special assistant to Public
Relations; during his time at St. Carthage, he was named one of the
Most Outstanding Teachers of America during 1974; and
WHEREAS, He was an advocate of African American causes and gave
generously to the United Negro College Fund; he was a member of Black
Men Moving of Operation Breadbasket, Operation PUSH, the Illinois
Federation of Black Social Workers, the NAACP, and the President's
Club of AFSCME, Local 2081; and
WHEREAS, For the past 20 years, he had been employed by the State
of Illinois, as a counselor at the Dickens and Herrick House Shelters
and most recently as a social worker for the Illinois Department of
Children and Family Services; and
WHEREAS, His passing will be deeply felt by his family and
friends, especially his wife, Dorretha; his sons, Jerome, Jason,
Ronald, and Jesse, Jr.; his brothers, Sammy, Gabriel, and Tami; his
mother-in-law, Minnie Copeland; his sisters-in-law, Rochelle Webb,
Thelma Balfour, Ruby Balfour, and Shondra Balfour; his
brother-in-law, David Webb; his daughter-in-law, Beverly; his
grandchildren; and his "cous", Terry; 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 Jesse Benjamin Balfour and extend our sincere
condolences to his family and friends; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
his widow, Dorretha Balfour.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 396
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, Adam Anderson of Boy Scout Troop 83, in Collinsville,
will receive the Eagle Scout Award at a Court of Honor to be held on
September 26, 1999 at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Collinsville;
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, Adam Anderson 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 Adam Anderson 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 Adam Anderson as an expression of our respect and esteem.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 397
Offered by Representative Capparelli:
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WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives
wish to congratulate Natale J. "Todd" Pavaro on his retirement from
the Village of Niles; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Pavaro was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois; he
and his wife, Lorraine, have been married for 49 years; they have
four children and 6 grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Pavaro has served the Village of Niles in a variety
of positions, including: Village Trustee from 1967 to 1969, serving
on the Zoning Board from 1978 to 1979, serving as an employee of the
Village since July 16, 1979, appointed Housing Director on August 1,
1979, and as Director of Code Enforcement since January 31, 1997; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Pavaro has served the Village of Niles with
dedication; he has made many friends in his years of service, and on
August 20, 1999 he will celebrate with them, his family, and others
at the White Eagle Restaurant in Chicago; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we salute Todd Pavaro
for his hard work, his dedication to the Village of Niles, and on his
retirement; may he enjoy his future, relaxing with his family and
friends; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Natale J. "Todd" Pavaro, along with our sincere regards.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 399
Offered by Representative Granberg:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives
wish to acknowledge milestones in the lives of people of the State of
Illinois; and
WHEREAS, It has come to our attention that Ron Barrow, area
manager for the Coca-Cola Bottling Company in Centralia, Illinois has
announced his retirement; and
WHEREAS, Ronald R. Barrow was born on February 5, 1942 in
Tennessee; in 1949 he moved, along with his family, to Centralia; he
married his wife, Delores, in 1959 and together they raised two boys;
today they are the proud grandparents of two; and
WHEREAS, Ron Barrow began his employment as a carpenter; he then
went on to work in a warehouse, then became a route salesman, a route
manager, a general manager, and then division manager of a beverage
company; for the last 15 years he has served as first a General
Manager for Coca-Cola, and before his retirement as an area manager;
and
WHEREAS, Ron will be honored with a dinner of congratulations,
celebrating with managers, salespeople, friends, family, and
co-workers; on July 22, 1999 Ron will begin his retirement, traveling
in his motor home, with his wife and granddaughter on the road to
Yellowstone National Park; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Ron
Barrow on his retirement from Coca-Cola; may he enjoy his future,
remembering the good times of the past, and looking for the bright
spots ahead; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Ron Barrow, along with our sincere regards.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 400
Offered by Representative Granberg:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives
wish to honor the recipients of awards given at the 1999 Congress of
Delegates Awards Dinner, held July 17, 1999, and presented by the
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Illinois Academy of Family Physicians Foundation; and
WHEREAS, The awards were presented by Steven M. Wilk, M.D.,
President of the IAFP; and
WHEREAS, Distinguished Service Awards, received by Board members
completing three year terms in 1999, were presented to: Michael
Brummer, M.D., Elizabeth Burns, M.D., and 1998-1999 Chair of the
Board Susan Rife, D.O.; distinguished service awards were presented
to members of the Executive committee: Immediate Past President and
AAFP Alternate Delegate Kelly Carroll, M.D., Speaker Ronald L.
Johnson, M.D., Treasurer Robert Sawicki, M.D., Vice Speaker Tim J.
Vega, M.D., Resident Board Member Matthew T. Johnson, M.D., Student
Board Member Daniel W. Kattenbraker, and Student Board Member Deepak
Khuntia; and
WHEREAS, Receiving the Foundation Award, presented by Foundation
President John Adams, M.D., were: First Resident Board Member
Mohammad A. Malik, M.D., and First Student Member Kerri Harting; and
WHEREAS, President-elect Christine Petty, M.D. presented the
President's Medallion to Steven M. Wilk, M.D.; Steven M. Wilk
presented the President's Award to IAFP deputy executive vice
president Sally Winkelman and president of the IAFP student chapter
Kerri Harting; and
WHEREAS, Nominees for Family Physician Teacher of the Year were:
Jacqueline Bardwell, M.D., Stephen Bennett, M.D., Rober Ewart, M.D.,
Jerry Goddard, M.D., Christine Jacobs, M.D., Donna Lawlor, M.D.,
Richard Lord, M.D., and Donna White, M.D.; the winner of the 1999
Family Physician Teacher of the Year was Michael Ahearn, M.D.; and
WHEREAS, Nominees for the Family Physician of the Year were:
Christopher K. Kubik, M.D., Gregory T. Winters, M.D., David L. Reese,
M.D., Meehro M. Patel, M.D., and Jack P. Spaniol, M.D.; the winner of
the 1999 Family Physician of the Year was Secundino E. Rubio, M.D.;
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate the
award recipients from the 1999 Congress of Delegates Awards Dinner;
because of the dedication and hard work of these men and women, the
awards received were truly deserved; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be given to all
the award recipients.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 401
Offered by Representative Black:
WHEREAS, The members of this Body are pleased to recognize
Illinois citizens who have distinguished themselves in service to
their community and State; and
WHEREAS, It has come to our attention that Police Chief Robert
Dietzen has announced his retirement, effective July 9, 1999, after
twenty-one years of service to the City of Danville; and
WHEREAS, He began his career as police chief in 1978; before that
he served as Danville's Commissioner of Public Property and as
Vermillion County Sheriff; and
WHEREAS, Many changes have come to the Danville Police Department
under Chief Dietzen, including cellular phones, mounted video
cameras, and computers in the cars; during his tenure, the city
started overtime patrols in neighborhoods where residents were
concerned about crime, the department started the Community Oriented
Policing Services program, and officers started cultural diversity
training; and
WHEREAS, We are honored to recognize this man who has dedicated
his life to the well-being of the citizens of his community and this
State; therefore, be it
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RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Chief
Robert Dietzen as he retires from the Danville Police Department;
that we commend him for his dedication to public service; and that we
extend our best wishes to him for happiness in all of his retirement
pursuits; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
him as an expression of our respect and esteem.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 403
Offered by Representative Righter:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
saddened at the death of Richard Samuel "Sam" Owen of Mattoon,
Illinois; and
WHEREAS, Sam Owen attended Mattoon High School, Southern Illinois
University, Eastern Illinois University, Butler University, Lakeland
College, and the University of Kansas; and
WHEREAS, Sam Owen worked for the Illinois Secretary of State's
Office from 1988 to 1991; from 1952 to 1988 he worked for Illinois
Consolidated Telephone Company; Sam Owen last worked for the Illinois
Lottery, serving as Deputy Director of Operations; Mr. Owen was
responsible for the day-to-day operations of his department,
including licensing, support services, security, and special
services; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Owen held a National Association of Radio and
Telecommunication Engineers, Inc. (NARTE) Certified Engineering
diploma with administrative and regulatory endorsements; and
WHEREAS, Sam Owen served on the Coles County Community Mental
Health Board, the Eastern Illinois University Foundation, and the
Mattoon Township Park District Board; and
WHEREAS, Sam Owen was a member of the Eagles, Elks, Moose,
Knights of Columbus, Association of Old Crows, and the National
Association of Radio and Telecommunication Engineers and Telephone
Engineers; and
WHEREAS, Sam Owen enjoyed fishing, golfing, hunting, backpacking,
horseback riding, and photography; he is survived by his wife, Nancy,
and his children, Travis, Preston, Bart, and Whit; 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 family and friends, the death of Richard Samuel Owen; may they
find comfort in this time of loss; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
the family of Richard Samuel Owen.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 404
Offered by Representative Durkin:
WHEREAS, The members of this Body were saddened to learn of the
recent death of David Gordon; and
WHEREAS, He was married to his wife, Jean, for forty-nine years;
and
WHEREAS, His passing will be deeply felt by his family and
friends; 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 David Gordon and extend our sincere
condolences to his family and friends; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
his widow, Jean Gordon.
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HOUSE RESOLUTION 405
Offered by Representative Art Turner:
WHEREAS, The Illinois House of Representatives is pleased to
honor milestones within the State of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, The International Franchise Association is a membership
organization serving over 30,000 members in fulfilling its mission
"to enhance and safeguard the business environment for the
franchisors and franchisees worldwide"; and
WHEREAS, The International Franchise Association is the global
leader that serves as a resource center for current and prospective
franchisees and franchisors, the media, and the government; and
WHEREAS, The International Franchise Association is providing
information, access, and opportunity throughout the world through IFA
workshops, an annual convention, legal symposium, marketing
conferences, and the international franchise expo; and
WHEREAS, The Minorities in Franchising Committee, a committee of
the International Franchise Association, has as its vision to provide
a venue for underserved markets to have access to franchise ownership
opportunities; and
WHEREAS, The Regional Educational Franchising Conference is
designed to serve as a mechanism to increase the number of franchise
owners among under-represented populations, including minorities and
women, by linking entrepreneurs with companies that are committed to
supporting diversity in their approach to a rapidly changing national
marketplace; and
WHEREAS, The Regional Educational Franchising Conference provides
a forum for franchisees current and prospective to network and
discuss issues of importance to the targeted community; and
WHEREAS, The Regional Educational Franchising Conference has
enlisted the support of Connections for Community Ownership and the
Latino Franchise Project, National and Local Partners and Sponsors to
support and be advocates for the presentation of franchise
opportunities to those interested in these underserved markets; and
WHEREAS, Chicago, Illinois is the host City for the convening of
the "Emerging Markets Program" Regional Educational Franchising
Conference; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we declare August 7,
1999 to be "International Franchise Association's Emerging Markets
Regional Educational Franchising Conference Day" in the State of
Illinois; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
the leader of the Regional Educational Franchising Conference.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 406
Offered by Representative Garrett:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives
wish to acknowledge the 100th birthday of Adlai E. Stevenson; and
WHEREAS, Adlai Stevenson was Governor of Illinois from 1949 to
1953; he was nominated for the office of President of the United
States twice, losing to General Dwight D. Eisenhower; at the time of
his death he was serving as the United States ambassador to the
United Nations; and
WHEREAS, The 100th anniversary of the birth of Adlai Stevenson is
February 5, 2000; and
WHEREAS, Adlai E. Stevenson High School, located in Lincolnshire,
Illinois, is named for the former Governor; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we declare February
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5, 2000 to be named Adlai E. Stevenson Day in the State of Illinois;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
a representative of Adlai E. Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 407
Offered by Representative Granberg:
WHEREAS, Two hundred and twelve years ago, the founding fathers
of this great nation put together profound words that would shape our
society and make us the country we are today; and
WHEREAS, From September 17 through September 23, 1999, the
Daughters of the American Revolution, Prairie State Chapter in
Centralia, Illinois, will be celebrating Constitution Week,
designated each year by the President of the United States of
America; and
WHEREAS, The Constitution of the United States protects our
freedoms and preserves our rights; and
WHEREAS, The Constitution of the United States protects every
American from the abuse of power by the government; and
WHEREAS, The Framers of the Constitution of the United States
were individuals of profound intellect and integrity; and
WHEREAS, The Government plan that they created has endured longer
than any other written constitution and has been emulated by the
world; and
WHEREAS, The Illinois House of Representatives and its members
recognize the importance of this historic document and its relevance
in today's society; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we declare September
17 through September 23, 1999, to be Constitution Week in the State
of Illinois; we thank the Prairie State Chapter of the Daughters of
the American Revolution for reminding us of this important part of
our nation's history; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
the Prairie State Chapter of the Daughters of the American
Revolution.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 408
Offered by Representative Granberg:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives
wish to express their sincere condolences to the family and friends
of William Harold Walker, who recently passed away; and
WHEREAS, William Walker was born in Carbondale, Illinois on June
6, 1915; he married his wife, Viola, in 1943; and
WHEREAS, William Walker was a graduate of Attucks Grade School
and High School in Carbondale; he graduated from Southern Illinois
Teachers College in 1937 with a Bachelors of Science in Education;
his first job as a teacher was at a one room school in Perks,
Illinois; he then taught sixth, seventh, and eighth grade math,
science, social studies, and English, as well as coaching boy's
basketball in Marion, Illinois; he remained there until enlisting in
the United States Army in 1940; and
WHEREAS, William Walker first applied to the Army Air Corps, but
was refused admission based on color; he then volunteered for Army
Engineers in Ft. Belvoir, Virginia, and received a call to Tuskegee,
Alabama, as a member of the 99th Pursuit Squadron; he graduated as a
Second Lieutenant as a fighter pilot in 1943 and was sent to the
Italian Theater of War as a member of the 332nd Fighter Squadron; he
remained in the Italian Theater until the end of the war, and then
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returned to Carbondale and enrolled in Southern Illinois University;
and
WHEREAS, After earning his Master's degree in School
Administration, William Walker took a position as principal of
Lincoln Grade School in Centralia; he remained as principal until his
retirement in 1975; and
WHEREAS, William Walker and his wife were members of Second
Baptist Church; William Walker served as Sunday School teacher, and
an Ordained Deacon serving as Chairman of the Deacon Board and
teacher of an adult couples Sunday School class at the time of his
passing; William Walker also served as Sunday School Superintendent
for many years; and
WHEREAS, William Walker received many awards during the years,
including: a plaque for his work in soil conservation; Outstanding
Citizen of the Year from the Jaycees, as well as being named Grand
Marshall for the Annual Halloween Parade; induction into the 101 Club
of Southern Illinois University; the Federation of Club Women Award;
the CUP Award; induction into the Centralia Historical Hall of Fame;
and a Certificate of Recognition of Black Achievement in the Field of
Education by the NAACP; and
WHEREAS, William Walker is survived by his wife, Viola; his son,
William; his brother James and wife, Thelma; his cousins, Julian and
Beulah Wilson, and Kelly Wilson of Detroit, Michigan; Marguerite
Burton, Winona Bish of Springfield, Illinois; his nieces, Betty
Franklin and husband, George, Mae Brooks, Lois Butler and husband,
Gerald, Loise (Jesse) Perkins, Constance (McKinley) Rounds, Florence
Robinson, Lola Hendricks (Herman), Walter Wilson Crim and wife,
Wanda, and Dr. Alonzo Crim and wife, Gwendolyn; 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 family and friends, the death of William Walker of Centralia,
Illinois; he will be remembered for his dedication to education and
his church, and his love for his family; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
the family of William Walker.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 409
Offered by Representative Shirley Jones:
WHEREAS, The McGowan family roots are: Charlie, Sylvester
(Britt), Mattie, Mary, Irene (Rena), Emma, Thomas, Frank, and Jesse
as in the family tree graphic (designed by Allison McGowan in 1980);
and
WHEREAS, Charlie McGowan was the first McGowan family member to
arrive in Chicago in the early 1920's; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the years the McGowan family career
backgrounds and earning power included entrepreneurs, educators,
government workers, and a host of other occupations; and
WHEREAS, The McGowan Family Reunion event started in Chicago,
Illinois, in 1979 and is now celebrating 20 years of family reunions;
and
WHEREAS, The McGowan family 20th year reunion committee is
chaired by Ida McGowan, co-chaired by Mildred McGowan Arburtha, Shana
Porter (daughter of Deloris McGowan Porter serves as secretary, John
and Mattie McGowan serve as treasurers, Deloris McGowan Porter serves
as family historian, Alexis Reid (daughter of Mildred McGowan
Arburtha) serves as program chair, Dolores McGowan Elligan serves as
Sergeant of Arms, Norman McGowan serves as photographer, and Lavern
McGowan Mangum is in charge of memorials; and
WHEREAS, The 20th year active committee members are: Richard
Elligan, Gloria McGowan, Louise Reed, Anthony McGowan, Verna Stewart,
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Reverend Fred Hickman, Adrienne McGowan Hickman, Mildred Robinson,
Harry Hall, Myrtle Dorsey, Jeffrey McGowan, Shirley McGowan White,
Denise Elligan, Luetoria McGowan, Whitney McGowan, Bianca Reid,
Ashley McGowan, and Mrs. Adam Donald McGowan (Iola); and
WHEREAS, The McGowan 20th year reunion emphasizes "The Family in
the New Millennium"; the family in all its definition and
descriptions remain the most important unit in our civilization,
culture, and in a supportive and productive way of life; therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate the
McGowan family on their 20th anniversary reunion; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be given to the
McGowan family.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 410
Offered by Representative Lou Jones:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives
wish to extend their sincere sympathies to the family and friends of
James Winford Shelton, Jr., who recently passed away; and
WHEREAS, James Shelton was born on July 20, 1956; Mr. Shelton
passed away on July 28, 1999; and
WHEREAS, James Shelton is remembered for being a sensitive and
compassionate person, full of joy and life; he was intuitive,
intelligent, and keenly aware of people; and
WHEREAS, James Shelton married Dania Williams and together they
were blessed with a son, Colby L. Shelton; his family was very
important to Mr. Shelton, and his relationship with his son was very
important to him; and
WHEREAS, James Shelton is survived by his father and mother,
James Winford Shelton, Sr., and Georgia V. Jones; his brother, Dereck
L. Shelton; his wife, Dania R. Shelton; his son, Colby L. Shelton;
his grandmother, Zelma Palmer; and many uncles, aunts, and cousins;
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 James Shelton, Jr.; may his
family and friends find comfort in this time of loss; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
the family of James Shelton, Jr.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 411
Offered by Representative Lou Jones:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to acknowledge milestones in the lives of citizens of the
State of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, Miss Albertina Walker of Chicago, Illinois, is
celebrating her 70th birthday in 1999; and
WHEREAS, Albertina Walker was born in Chicago, Illinois in 1929;
it was the time of the Great Depression and the birth of the Harlem
Renaissance; the black church had become the focal point for many
African-Americans, a meeting place where they could come together and
look for spiritual enlightenment, and also see new and exciting forms
of cultural expression; and
WHEREAS, Into this world of entertainment through gospel music
came Albertina Walker; by the age of four she had begun singing in
the Children's Choir of West Point Baptist Church; at this time
gospel music was gaining acceptance in many black churches through
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the efforts of Professor Thomas A. Dorsey, Sallie Martin, Kenneth
Morris, and Rosetta Thorpe; Albertina Walker entered gospel music in
its early beginnings, and would go on to become the Queen of Gospel
Music; and
WHEREAS, By the age of 14, Albertina Walker was a member of the
Williams Singers and also toured with the Willie Webb and Robert
Anderson Singers; by the age of 22 she has formed her own group, the
Caravans; the Caravans helped launch the careers of Evangelist
Dorothy Norwood, Inez Andrews, Shirley Caesar, Delores Washington,
Cassieta George, and Reverend James Cleveland; with songs like Day By
Day, Mary Don't You Weep, and I Won't Be Back, the Caravans became
household names; and
WHEREAS, In 1975 Albertina Walker recorded her first solo album,
Put A Little Love In Your Heart; by 1999 she had recorded over sixty
albums, solo and with other artists; some of these albums include:
Please Be Patient With Me, I Can Go To God In Prayer, and Joy Will
Come; Albertina Walker is still recording music, lending her voice to
other projects when asked; and
WHEREAS, Albertina Walker is committed to the preservation of
gospel music and in 1998 founded the Albertina Walker Foundation for
the Creative and Performing Arts, offering financial assistance in
the form of scholarships to college students who plan on working with
gospel music; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Albertina Walker has supported the United
Negro College Fund, the National Council of Negro Women, and Rainbow
PUSH Coalition; and
WHEREAS, Albertina Walker has made regular appearances on BET's
"Bobby Jones Gospel" program, and "Singsation"; she appeared in the
Steve Martin movie "Leap of Faith", and the off-Broadway play, "The
Gospel Truth"; and
WHEREAS, Albertina Walker is the recipient of many awards and
honors, including: a 1995 Grammy Award for Best Traditional Album
(Songs Of The Church); two Stellar awards; and several Gospel Music
Workshop of America Excellence awards; and
WHEREAS, In 1994 Albertina Walker was honored at the Chicago
Gospel Festival with a street being renamed in her honor, and the
placement of a bench bearing her name in Chicago's Grant Park; she
was recently honored with a Doctor of Letters degree from the Chicago
Theological Seminary, an institution of the University of Chicago;
and
WHEREAS, Perhaps the greatest honor that an individual can
receive is the recognition and admiration of ones peers and fans; as
Albertina Walker sings, she worships God, inspires her audience, and
earns the title "The Queen of Gospel"; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate
Albertina Walker on the occasion of her 70th birthday; may she
continue to bring her listeners, fans, friends, and others the
message of the gospel presented in music; may she continue to enjoy
good health and happiness for many years to come; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Miss Albertina Walker, along with our sincere regards.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 412
Offered by Representative Madigan:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to honor milestones within the State of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, On September 24, 1999 the Grand Lodge of the State of
Illinois, Order Sons of Italy in America, will celebrate the 75th
anniversary of its charter; and
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WHEREAS, The Order Sons of Italy in America is the largest
fraternal organization of Americans of Italian descent in the United
States; many of the members have made their marks in commerce, public
services, arts and humanities, and many other notable professions;
and
WHEREAS, Members of the Order Sons of Italy in America are proud
of their cultural heritage and have made commitments to fulfill the
ideals and goals of the Order; and
WHEREAS, The State of Illinois is proud to recognize this
important time in the Grand Lodge of the State of Illinois, Order
Sons of Italy in America; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we declare September
24, 1999 as "Order Sons of Italy Day" within the State of Illinois;
may this fine fraternal organization, dedicated to maintaining the
rich cultural heritage of Italian-Americans in the United States,
continue to grow and shine forth; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Giovanna Verdecchia, State President, Grand Lodge of the State of
Illinois, Order Sons of Italy in America.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 413
Offered by Representative Lou Jones:
WHEREAS, The First Church of Deliverance of Chicago is
celebrating its 70th anniversary this year; and
WHEREAS, The First Church of Deliverance was founded on May 8,
1929 by Reverend Clarence H. Cobbs; on August 14, 1938 a mass baptism
was held at Lake Michigan's 31st Street beach, attended by thousands;
and
WHEREAS, The Community Center was dedicated on September 23,
1956, and the mortgage was burned on January 9, 1959 at a dinner held
at the International Amphitheater; and
WHEREAS, On November 29, 1970, the First Church of Deliverance
dedicated and opened Deliverance Convalescent Home; and
WHEREAS, Reverend Clarence H. Cobbs' last dedication was of the
grand opening of the Children's Church adjacent to the main
sanctuary; and
WHEREAS, The current Pastor, Reverend Otto T. Houston has a
vision for the future, the Deliverance Complex, which will consist of
the main sanctuary, the Children's Church, and the construction of a
new community and daycare center; and
WHEREAS, It is through the tireless efforts of such dedicated
individuals of Reverend Clarence H. Cobbs and Reverend Otto T.
Houston that the church has been a stable and enduring beacon of
spiritual service to its members throughout 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 the
First Church of Deliverance on the occasion of its 70th 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
Reverend Otto T. Houston.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 414
Offered by Representative Delgado:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to honor milestones in the lives of people from the State of
Illinois; and
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WHEREAS, Chief Judge Donald P. O'Connell recently appointed Jesus
Reyes to the position of Director of the Social Services Department
of the Circuit Court of Cook County; and
WHEREAS, Jesus Reyes is a graduate of the School of Social
Service Administration of the University of Chicago; and
WHEREAS, The Social Service Department of the Circuit Court of
Cook County handles approximately 24,000 court referrals a year,
consisting of felony, misdemeanor, ordinance, and traffic violation
offenders; the Department has a staff of 260 individuals in 13 court
locations; the Department develops and implements an individualized
supervision plan for each offender, guiding and monitoring the
individual while he or she is under court supervision; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Reyes has served as Assistant Dean for Enrollment
and Placement at the School of Social Service Administration of the
University of Chicago; his experience at this position aided in his
authoring the book "A Guide to Selecting and Applying to Master of
Social Work Programs," the definitive book on social work, currently
in its third edition; and
WHEREAS, Jesus Reyes went on to work for the Department of
Psychiatry of the University of Illinois at Chicago where he served
as a member of the multidisciplinary Parenting Assessment Team, a
program that assesses parenting capability of chronically mentally
ill patients; and
WHEREAS, Jesus Reyes most recent position was as Director of the
Circuit Court's Children's Advocacy Rooms, where he was a principal
participant in the development of a court-based clinic to assess
children and families for the effects of domestic violence trauma;
and
WHEREAS, Jesus Reyes will be an invaluable addition to the
Circuit Court Social Services Department; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Jesus
Reyes on his appointment as Director of the Social Service Department
of the Circuit Court of Cook County; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Jesus Reyes, along with our sincere regards.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 415
Offered by Representative Capparelli:
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, Senator Walter Dudycz will be honored by the Norwood
Park Chamber of Commerce as their "Man of the Year" on September 30,
1999; and
WHEREAS, Senator Walter Dudycz was born in Chicago, Illinois on
March 11, 1950; he graduated from Holy Trinity High School and the
Chicago Police Academy; he received his Bachelor of Arts degree from
Northeastern Illinois University; he served in the United States Army
from 1968 to 1971, including a 12-month tour of duty in Vietnam; and
WHEREAS, Senator Walter Dudycz has served as a Chicago Police
Officer since 1971, and has held the rank of detective since 1978; he
served as the Director of the Cook County Sheriff's Work Alternative
Program from 1987 to 1990; and
WHEREAS, Senator Walter Dudycz has been honored for his work by
such organizations as: the Taxpayer's Federation of Illinois, the
American Legion, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Illinois
Association of Homes for the Aging, the Chicago Police Department,
and the American Red Cross for his efforts in incidents involving
heart attack victims, just to name a few of his many accolades; and
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WHEREAS, Senator Walter Dudycz has represented the 7th Senate
District since 1985; in 1993 he was named the Assistant Senate
Majority Leader; he served as a member of the Senate Executive
Committee, Rules Committee, Local Government Committee, and the
Transportation Committee; and
WHEREAS, Senator Walter Dudycz is the founder and past president
of the Ukrainian-American Police Association; he is a member of the
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #7; he is a member of the Polish
American Police Association; he is a member of the Knights of
Columbus; he is a member of the Vietnam Veterans of America #209; he
is a member of the American Legion Post #740; and he is a member of
the VFW Post #3579; and
WHEREAS, Senator Walter Dudycz was the Republican Party nominee
for United States Congress in 1990; he was invited to the White House
to witness the signing of a series of treaties between the United
States and Ukraine in May of 1992; he was an observer of the 1990 and
1994 Parliamentary election in Ukraine; and in August of 1994 he
co-chaired the International Conference on Law Enforcement in the
Ukraine; and
WHEREAS, Senator Walter Dudycz and his wife, Oksana, have two
daughters, Valya and Nadya; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate
Senator Walter Dudycz on being named Man of the Year by the Norwood
Park Chamber of Commerce; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Senator Walter Dudycz, along with our sincere regards.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 416
Offered by Representative Capparelli:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to honor milestones in the lives of the citizens of the State
of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, The Italian American Labor Council of Greater Chicago
has honored Frank J. Wsol by naming him their Person of the Year; the
event will be held at the IALC's Person of the Year Annual Dinner
Dance, held at Manzo's Banquets in Des Plaines, Illinois, on October
15, 1999; and
WHEREAS, Frank J. Wsol served his country in the United States
Air Force in Japan and Korea in the mid-1940's; he and his wife,
Florence, spend their free time with their sons and grandchildren;
and
WHEREAS, Frank J. Wsol has served with the Teamsters since 1946,
when he became a member of Local No. 761; he became a member of
I.B.T. Local No. 710 while driving a meat delivery truck in 1951; he
was appointed organizer in 1966 by John T. (Sandy) O'Brien; he was
promoted to business agent in 1971 by William D. Joyce; and
WHEREAS, In 1981 Mr. Wsol was appointed Vice President; in 1992
he was nominated President of Local No. 710; in 1993 he was appointed
Secretary-Treasurer; Mr. Wsol has served as trustee of the Local No.
710 Health, Welfare, and Pension funds and was chairman of those
funds in June of 1993; and
WHEREAS, Frank Wsol has served as chairman of the Illinois Joint
State Grievance Committee, the Meat, MCLAC, and Yellow Freight
Grievance Committee, and the I.B.T. National Grievance Committee; he
is a member of the All Teamster Neer-Goudie American Legion Post No.
846; he also serves on the Board of Directors for Children's Advocacy
Center and the Little City Foundation in Palatine, Illinois;
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
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GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Frank
J. Wsol on being named the Person of the Year by the Italian American
Labor Council of Greater Chicago; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Frank J. Wsol, along with our sincere regards.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 417
Offered by Representative Giglio:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to honor milestones in the lives of the citizens of the State
of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Edward Edelstein celebrated his 80th birthday on
September 20; he was born in the year 1919 in Chicago, Illinois; and
WHEREAS, He has one son, Mark, and a brother, Isadore; Mr.
Edelstein owned and operated his own business, Allied Repair Service,
for 25 years; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Edelstein served in the United States Army Signal
Service for 38 months; he enlisted on October 29, 1942 and was
honorably discharged on December 29, 1945; he served in the Bismarck
Archipelago, New Guinea, the Southern Philippines, and Luzon; he was
awarded 2 Overseas Service Bars, a Good Conduct Medal, an Asian
Pacific Theater Ribbon with 4 Bronze Battle Stars, an American
Campaign Medal, and a Philippine Liberation Medal with 2 Bronze
Stars; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Edward Edelstein is a valued part of the State of
Illinois, and thus deserves the accolades bestowed upon him;
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Mr.
Edward Edelstein on the occasion of his eightieth birthday; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Mr. Edward Edelstein, along with our sincere regards.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 418
Offered by Representative Morrow:
WHEREAS, This year marks the 80th anniversary of St. Paul
Missionary Baptist Church of Chicago; and
WHEREAS, The church was founded in 1919 at 45th Street and St.
Lawrence Avenue by the late Reverend Dukes; in 1959, it was moved to
its present location at 6954 Union Avenue with the Reverend Jasper
Joseph Taylor, Sr. as pastor until his death in October of 1982; and
WHEREAS, During the past eighty years, the St. Paul Missionary
Baptist Church has gone through a series of renovations, expansions,
and modernizations, and through it all has, with dedication and
devotion, notably continued to provide its faithful with the
necessary services essential to the socialization and stabilization
of a community; and
WHEREAS, It is through the tireless efforts of such dedicated
individuals as Reverends Dukes, Thomas, Walton, Kilgore, Webb, Irwin,
and Jasper Taylor, as well as Reverend Doctor Joel D. Taylor, the
current pastor, that the church has been a stable and enduring beacon
of spiritual service to its members throughout the past eighty years;
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate the
St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church on the occasion of its eightieth
anniversary and acknowledge the valuable services it has provided
throughout the years; and be it further
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RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Reverend Doctor Joel D. Taylor.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 419
Offered by Representative Morrow:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives
wish to extend their sincere sympathies to the family and friends of
Glory Deen Jackson, who recently passed away; and
WHEREAS, Glory Deen Jackson was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee,
on April 28, 1936; her parents were Samuel Skinner and Ruby L.
Baskin; she attended Edward Jenner Public School and Waller High
School in Chicago, Illinois; she received her Bachelor of Science in
Education from Chicago State University and her Master of Arts degree
in Administration and Supervision from Roosevelt University in
Chicago; and
WHEREAS, Glory Deen Jackson was married to Willie Jackson; she
had two sons, Samuel D. Baskin-Jackson, and a stepson, Robert
Jackson; and
WHEREAS, Glory Deen Jackson worked for the Chicago Board of
Education from 1970 to her death; she was an elementary level teacher
at Luella Elementary School; she also worked 15 years in retail
business; and
WHEREAS, Glory Deen Jackson held a State of Illinois Teaching
Certificate for grades K-9, and an Administration Certificate for
grades K-12; she was certified with the Chicago Public Schools for
immediate and upper grades; she held a certificate in Union
Negotiations from Northwestern; she held a certificate in Secretarial
Science from Teachers Business College; she also held a certificate
in Business Administration from the Small Business Administration;
and
WHEREAS, Glory Deen Jackson was affiliated with Zeta Phi Beta
Sorority, The National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Mu Chapter,
Operation PUSH, the NAACP, the Association for Supervision and
Curriculum Development, and the United Negro College Fund; and
WHEREAS, Glory Deen Jackson is survived by her husband and sons;
she is also survived by her sisters, Hager B. Harris and Cassandra
Ray; her brothers, Ishmael Baskin and Leslie Baskin-Bey; and many
grandchildren, cousins, aunts, and uncles; and
WHEREAS, Glory Deen Jackson was a devout Christian and attended
church at Christ Universal Temple in Chicago under the leadership of
Pastor Johnnie Coleman; 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 her, the death of Glory Deen Jackson of Chicago,
Illinois; may there peace and a comforting moment for all that find
need of it at this time; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
the family of Glory Deen Jackson.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 420
Offered by Representative Novak:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to honor milestones in the State of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School is celebrating
fifty years of providing quality education and guidance to the
students of the communities that send their young people to school
there; and
WHEREAS, Education is a valuable part of a young persons life;
Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School has been setting their
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pupils up for productive futures for fifty years; and
WHEREAS, Our hope is that Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High
School continue to be the place where education is placed first;
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we declare October
1-9, 1999, to be BBCHS Alumni Days in the State of Illinois; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
a representative from Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 421
Offered by Representative Mautino:
WHEREAS, The members of this Body are happy to recognize the
excellence of young athletes and wish to congratulate the 1999 Hall
High School Red Devil Track Team on taking second place in the
Illinois High School Association Class A State Track Meet; and
WHEREAS, D. J. Glynn finished first in the Class A State Track
Meet in four events, namely the 100 meter dash, the 200 meter dash,
the 400 meter dash, and the high jump; and
WHEREAS, Led and inspired by Coach Bruce Becker and Assistant
Coach Lou Zecca, the team members are Bashkim Ademi, Procopio Alfano,
Rick Baldenegro, Chris Bastian, Marcus Biagioni, Chris Brandner,
Shawn Burkman, Frank Camacho, Jesse Derber, Levi Derber, Josh
Duffield, Dan Fusinato, D.J. Glynn, Nick Hanck, Lee Hansen, Jason
Haskell, Josh Kerr, Billy Klein, Jake Koch, Dan Mavity, Greg Newton,
Scott Newton, Doug Olsen, Mick Pienta, T.J. Ponsetti, Omar Pureco,
T.C. Riordan, Matt Schlenz, Nick Spanos, Jim Stangel, Matt Stank, and
Phil Villareal; and
WHEREAS, All past and present students and supporters of the Hall
School Red Devil Track Team should be proud of the dedication and
athletic ability of the members of this team; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate the
Hall High School Red Devil Track Team on winning second place in the
I.H.S.A. Class A State Track Meet and extend our best wishes to them
for continued success in the future; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Coach Bruce Becker.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 422
Offered by Representative Mautino:
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 Mrs. Florence "Sally"
Ladzinski of LaSalle is celebrating the 100th anniversary of her
birth; and
WHEREAS, She was born on October 12, 1899, and has been a
life-long Democrat who has worked the precincts for many years; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the past 100 years, Mrs. Ladzinski has
witnessed the coming of many wondrous inventions, historic occasions,
and changes in society, and her memories and experiences create a
legacy enjoyed by her family and friends; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Mrs.
Florence Ladzinski on the occasion of her 100th birthday and extend
our sincere best wishes to her for the future; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
her as an expression of our respect and esteem.
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HOUSE RESOLUTION 423
Offered by Representative Mautino:
WHEREAS, It has come to the attention of this Body that the First
Baptist Church of Manlius is celebrating its 100th anniversary this
year; and
WHEREAS, The First Baptist Church of Manlius, also known as The
Little White Church on the Hill, was organized on August 27, 1899;
and
WHEREAS, During the past 100 years, the First Baptist Church of
Manlius has gone through a series of renovations, expansions, and
modernizations, and through it all has, with dedication and devotion,
notably continued to provide the Manlius faithful with the necessary
services essential to the socialization and stabilization of a
community; and
WHEREAS, It is through the tireless efforts of Reverend Allen
Lively and all those who have preceded him that the church has been a
stable and enduring beacon of spiritual service to its members
throughout the past 100 years; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate the
First Baptist Church of Manlius on the occasion of its 100th
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
Reverend Allen Lively, Pastor.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 424
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, Kenneth C. Carpenter of Salem, Illinois, is the
recipient of the Studs Terkel Humanities Service Award; Mr. Carpenter
is known in his community by his concern for others, and his
willingness to do anything to the betterment of Salem, Illinois, and
Marion County; and
WHEREAS, Kenneth Carpenter has shown his caring with the senior
citizens and handicapped of Salem, through volunteer work and
monetary support; with the help of his men he helped restore the
Civil War Chapel in Elmwood Cemetery in Centralia, Illinois; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Carpenter purchased and renovated a school in
Centralia and one in Salem and converted them into apartments,
leaving the outside of the buildings the same, so they could continue
to reflect their history; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Carpenter is most noted for his work on the
construction of the Marion County Veterans Memorial, located in
Eastlawn Cemetery in Salem; together with his fellow construction
workers and American Legion members, he prepared the site and
continues to maintain it to this day; and
WHEREAS, The people of the City of Salem, Marion County, and the
State of Illinois, are proud of Kenneth Carpenter and wish him
sincere regards for his future; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate
Kenneth C. Carpenter on receiving the Studs Terkel Humanities Service
Award; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Kenneth C. Carpenter.
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HOUSE RESOLUTION 425
Offered by Representative Shirley Jones:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives
wish to extend their sincere sympathies to the family, friends, and
colleagues of Fred B. Roti, former alderman of the City of Chicago
and Illinois State Senator, who recently passed away; and
WHEREAS, Fred Roti was born on December 18, 1920; he was the
ninth of 10 children born to natives of southern Italy; he was born
in an apartment over a store in Chinatown, where he spent his entire
life; and
WHEREAS, Fred Roti served as the 1st Ward alderman on the City
Council from 1968 to 1991; he served as an Illinois State Senator in
the 67th, 68th, and 69th Sessions of the General Assembly; and
WHEREAS, Fred Roti attended elementary school and high school in
the City of Chicago and attended DePaul University for two years; he
served in the United States Army during World War II; from December
of 1942 to December of 1945 he served overseas with the Army Finance
Division; Mr. Roti also held positions as the Deputy Clerk of the
Circuit Court of Cook County and as Supervisor of Investments with
the Department of Revenue; and
WHEREAS, Chicago Mayor Richard Daley remembers Roti "loved
Chicago, and was well-liked by his colleagues"; and
WHEREAS, Fred Roti is survived by his son, Bruno; his daughters,
Rose Mary Marasso and Mary Ann Walz; his six grandchildren, and his
two sisters; 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 family, friends, and colleagues, the death of Fred Roti of
Chicago, Illinois; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
the family of Fred B. Roti.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 426
Offered by Representative Bill Mitchell:
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. Elmer
Lutz, Jr. of Findlay will celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of their
marriage; and
WHEREAS, Elmer Lutz, Jr. and the former Wilma Rose Randol were
united in holy matrimony on October 2, 1949 in Benton Harbor,
Michigan; and
WHEREAS, They are the loving parents of three children and the
proud grandparents of seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild;
and
WHEREAS, The respect for marriage reaches one of its highest
plateaus when a couple such as Elmer and Wilma celebrate their golden
wedding anniversary; and
WHEREAS, They 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 Mr.
and Mrs. Elmer Lutz, Jr., 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
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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 427
Offered by Representative Bill Mitchell:
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. Richard
E. Hogan of Buckingham will celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of
their marriage; and
WHEREAS, Richard and Joanne Hogan were united in holy matrimony
on November 26, 1949 at St. Mary's Church in Royal Oak, Michigan; and
WHEREAS, Richard is a World War II Army veteran and a recipient
of the Purple Heart and Bronze Star, and he is a graduate of the
University of Illinois in Champaign; Joanne is a registered nurse and
graduated from Mercy College in Detroit, Michigan; and
WHEREAS, They are the loving parents of Sean, Anne, Kathleen,
Mary, and the late Patrick and the proud grandparents of Keli and
Kara Hogan, John and Meara Keegan, Miles Bribriesco, and Alexa
Hogan-Makuch; and
WHEREAS, The respect for marriage reaches one of its highest
plateaus when a couple such as Richard and Joanne celebrate their
golden wedding anniversary; and
WHEREAS, Richard and Joanne 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 Mr.
and Mrs. Richard E. Hogan 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 428
Offered by Representative Bill Mitchell:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to honor milestones in the lives of people of the State; and
WHEREAS, Carl Dewayne Welton was recently named Paramedic of the
Year by St. Mary's Hospital Emergency Medical Services Systems in
Decatur, Illinois; and
WHEREAS, Carl Welton was selected out of a field of 100
individuals for this honor; he has been an EMS for 10 years, serving
the last 5 years as a paramedic; he volunteers in nearby communities,
teaches numerous classes, and helps in preparation for the First
Responders; and
WHEREAS, Carl's wife, Cathy, is an EMT-I, his brothers, Doug and
David, are paramedics, and his sister, Lori, and mother, LeaAnn, have
both served as EMTs; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Carl
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Welton on being named Paramedic of the Year; we wish him the best as
he enjoys this honor, along with his wife, Cathy, and his son, Devin;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Carl Welton, along with our sincere regards.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 429
Offered by Representative Granberg:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives
wish to congratulate Mercedes Campbell of Centralia, Illinois, on 60
years of volunteer service to her church, St. Mary's Catholic Church
of Centralia; and
WHEREAS, Mercedes Campbell is 82 years old and has worked with
St. Mary's for 60 years; she has worked as the church secretary, a
bookkeeper, and record keeper for the church; she answers the
telephone, the door, and works on the church bulletin; she is at the
church weekdays from 9 to 4, where she keeps faithful attendance; and
WHEREAS, Mercedes Campbell worked for Dr. Alden Langenfeld, a
well-known local dentist, for 25 years; she also worked for other
dentists as well; and
WHEREAS, Mercedes Campbell has previously been named
Distinguished Person in the Parish and received her own parking space
as part of that honor; on her 75th birthday a special Mass was given
by Reverend Gerald Miriani, and several of her former colleagues were
present to honor her; and
WHEREAS, In addition to her daily work, Mercedes Campbell has
been active as an Eucharistic minister at the church, helping to
serve Communion and deliver the bread and wine to the church
shut-ins; she also was active for 17 years as a member and former
treasurer of the Pink Ladies volunteer group at St. Mary's Hospital;
and
WHEREAS, After the new year, Mercedes Campbell will decide on her
retirement plans; but for now, she is a faithful worker and one that
the church does not want to lose; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate
Mercedes Campbell for a job well done; may she continue to serve her
church in the future as faithfully as she has in the past; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Mercedes Campbell, along with our sincere regards.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 430
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 Brian Zemach of
Deerfield is celebrating the 50th anniversary of his birth; and
WHEREAS, Brian Zemach was born October 26, 1949, in Duluth,
Minnesota, and lived in Boulder, Colorado, and East Lansing,
Michigan, before settling in the Chicago area in 1974; and
WHEREAS, He is an alumnae of the University of Michigan and is a
fan of its football team; and
WHEREAS, Brian Zemach married Beth Axelrod in Chicago, Illinois,
on October 29, 1989; and
WHEREAS, He is the proud father of two children, Aaron and Abby;
and
WHEREAS, He is a creature of habit, extremely analytical, and
honors and respects his family; he hates yardwork, yet he is handy
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around the house, from plumbing problems to drywall taping; and
WHEREAS, We join his family in wishing him a happy birthday;
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Brian
Zemach on the occasion of his 50th birthday and extend to him our
sincere best wishes for the future; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Brian Zemach as an expression of our respect and esteem.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 431
Offered by Representative McCarthy:
WHEREAS, The members of this Body are pleased to recognize
Illinois citizens who have distinguished themselves in service to
their community and the State; and
WHEREAS, It has come to our attention that Janet Santarelli has
completed her service with the Board of Education of Orland District
135; and
WHEREAS, She has served on the school board from November of 1995
until November of 1999; she has been Vice-President of the Board of
Education since November of 1996; and
WHEREAS, She has earned the respect and admiration of all who
have come to know her; and
WHEREAS, Janet Santarelli will be honored on her last day of
service November 8, 1999; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Janet
Santarelli on her completion of service and commend her for her many
contributions to the children and citizens of Orland Park and the
State of Illinois; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
her as a token of our respect and esteem.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 432
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, Thomas Forsythe of Boy Scout Troop 43 in Mascoutah will
receive the Eagle Scout Award at a Court of Honor to be held on
September 24, 1999 at St. John's United Church of Christ in
Mascoutah; 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, Thomas Forsythe 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 Thomas Forsythe 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 Thomas Forsythe as an expression of our
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respect and esteem.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 433
Offered by Representative Silva:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to honor milestones in the State of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, St. Pancratius Church, located on the southwest side of
Chicago, is in the midst of celebrating 75 years of ministry to the
families of the area where it is located; and
WHEREAS, St. Pancratius Church was established in the Brighton
Park neighborhood in March of 1924; the first Mass was held on March
9, 1924; on November 9, 1924, the cornerstone of the new school
building was dedicated; and on August 9, 1959, a new church was
opened and the first Mass was celebrated in the new building; and
WHEREAS, St. Pancratius Church Pastors have included: Father
Radniecki, the first Pastor of the church; Father Nowicki, second
Pastor; Father Boleslaus Niec, third Pastor; Father Walter Stefanski,
fourth Pastor; Father Joseph Grembla, fifth Pastor; and current
Pastor, Father Andrew Wypych; and
WHEREAS, Since October of 1998, the church has been celebrating
their Diamond Jubilee year; a special Mass was celebrated with many
former priests of the parish in attendance; a memorial service,
Christmas dinner, Catholic Schools Week, Valentine Dance, a marriage
celebration, St. Pancratius Feast Day, and Summerfest have all been
celebrated this year with the 75th anniversary in mind; and
WHEREAS, St. Pancratius Church and the people of the parish are
to be congratulated for their hard work and dedication to their
church and their community; 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 and staff of St. Pancratius Church on the 75th
anniversary of the church; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
the parish of St. Pancratius Church.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 434
Offered by Representative McGuire:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to honor milestones within the State of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, The Grabavoy family came from Russia, settling in
Joliet, Illinois in 1912; George and Anna and their children lived in
a grocery store at Eastern Avenue and Liberty Street; two of their
sons got together to open a new business, first thinking of a meat
market, then a restaurant, and finally, due to Ted's love of
mechanics, they decided on a hardware store; and
WHEREAS, In 1949 the Grabavoy Hardware shingle was hung in front
of the store; a few years later a neon sign was purchased from an
auction sale, advertising electrical, plumbing, and farm supplies;
and
WHEREAS, Together with Al's wife, Danica and Ted's wife, Marie,
the store began its history on Collins Street; the store serves
Polish, Slovenian, Italian, Hungarian, Spanish, and African-American
customers; it has remained in the same location for the last fifty
years, with Al and Ted watching the neighborhood change, and
businesses come and go around them and the hardware store; and
WHEREAS, On November 6, 1999 a celebration will be held in honor
of fifty years of business for Grabavoy Hardware; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Al
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Grabavoy for fifty successful years in the hardware business; through
the good times and the rough times, Al and his late brother, Ted,
have kept the business running smoothly, serving the clientele of
Collins Street in Joliet, Illinois; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Al Grabavoy, along with our sincere regards.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 435
Offered by Representative Daniels:
WHEREAS, Elmhurst Memorial Healthcare, located in Elmhurst,
Illinois, created the Robert E. Soukup Award for Leadership to honor
the achievements of a fine, outstanding leader within the community
of Elmhurst and a strong, guiding force in making Elmhurst Memorial
an organization that truly creates a difference in the lives of its
patients; and
WHEREAS, Joel G. Herter, a dedicated servant to the community of
Elmhurst, Illinois, has followed in Robert E. Soukup's footsteps,
devoting his talents and expertise to Elmhurst Memorial Hospital for
the past twenty-five years; and
WHEREAS, Joel's service to Elmhurst Memorial Hospital began in
1974, with his election to the Board of Governors; in recognition of
his leadership qualities, Joel became Chairman of the Board of
Governors in 1978 and ex-officio member of the Elmhurst Memorial
Hospital Board of Trustees; and
WHEREAS, Members of Elmhurst Memorial confirmed their confidence
in Joel's leadership abilities in 1980 by selecting him as a founding
trustee of the Elmhurst Memorial Hospital Foundation, making him
instrumental to the fund-raising and gift-receiving division of the
hospital; Joel also was selected to serve as a founding trustee of
Memorial Health Services and the Elmhurst Memorial Health System; and
WHEREAS, Continuing his dedication to leading Elmhurst Memorial
Hospital, in 1984 Joel was elected Vice-Chairman of the Hospital
Board; following his tenure as Vice-Chairman, Joel became Chairman of
the Board in 1996; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his years of service at Elmhurst Memorial
Hospital, Joel used his financial and accounting expertise to benefit
the hospital's financial policies, strategies, and decisions, serving
as treasurer and chairman of the Finance Committee; an excellent
fund-raiser, Joel has also served on all of the hospital and
foundation fund-raising committees; and
WHEREAS, Joel G. Herter has demonstrated the leadership qualities
of his predecessor, Robert E. Soukup, and is sincerely deserving of
the Robert E. Soukup Award for Leadership; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Joel
G. Herter on receiving the Robert E. Soukup Award for Leadership and
commend him on his outstanding service to Elmhurst Memorial Hospital
and his community; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Joel G. Herter.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 436
Offered by Representative Monique Davis:
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 Mrs. Corine
Jones-James of Chicago is celebrating the one-hundredth anniversary
of her birth; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Corine Jones-James was born October 18, 1899, in
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the State of Mississippi; and
WHEREAS, She attends First New Bethany Missionary Baptist Church
under the pastorate of Reverend Cleotha Tate; and
WHEREAS, She was the recipient at a birthday celebration on
October 16, 1999, given by her granddaughter; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Mrs.
Corine Jones-James on the occasion of her birthday and extend to Mrs.
Corine Jones-James our sincere best wishes for the future; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Mrs. Corine Jones-James as an expression of our respect and esteem.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 437
Offered by Representative Hamos:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to honor milestones in the State of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, Ebenezer AME Church in Evanston, Illinois will be
celebrating 117 years of ministry in 1999; and
WHEREAS, The current pastor is Reverend James C. Wade; together
with his wife and a faithful staff, Reverend Wade will lead the
church in "Catch the Vision", a celebration of the church's
anniversary on the weekend of November 5 through November 7, 1999;
and
WHEREAS, Ebenezer AME Church was formed on October 30, 1882, with
Reverend George Hann serving as the first pastor; and
WHEREAS, Ebenezer AME Church has had a long history filled with
many stories of change and growth; from a series of fires that rocked
the church in the first part of the century to a devastating fire in
1980, the church has undergone many tragedies that have turned into
triumphs; through the hard work and dedication of the people of the
church misfortune has turned into blessing; and
WHEREAS, As the church and its people celebrate, may they be
reminded of their history and use it to shape their future;
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 Ebenezer AME Church on their anniversary celebration;
may they continue to be a vital and important part of the City of
Evanston; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
the Ebenezer AME Church, along with our sincere regards.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 438
Offered by Representative O'Brien:
WHEREAS, It is with great pleasure that the members of this Body
welcome the opportunity to recognize those special citizens of this
State who have made outstanding contributions to their community; and
WHEREAS, Roman "Smitty" Smietanski was one such person; he was a
long-time resident of the Bradley area and was a partner with Leonard
"Shakey" Martin in S&M Gas; and
WHEREAS, On September 27, 1999, Beatrice Smietanski donated the
seventy acres of land within the Bourbonnais Township Park District
boundaries in the name of the family of Roman Smietanski; and
WHEREAS, Roman Smietanski was an active member of Pheasants
Forever and Ducks Unlimited and designed the area as a place for
hatching water fowl; and
WHEREAS, The property is a wildlife refuge and hatchery; the
intent of the donation is to ensure that the area is preserved in its
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natural state; and
WHEREAS, We join the Bourbonnais Township Park District in
thanking Mrs. Smietanski and the family for their generous donation;
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we wish to recognize
Roman "Smitty" Smietanski for his thoughtful design of the area and
his family for donating the land; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Mrs. Beatrice Smietanski.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 439
Offered by Representative Mautino:
WHEREAS, Skillful, enthusiastic, and innovative teachers change
the lives of countless students for the better and forever by
encouraging curiosity and understanding and by contributing to the
development of mind and spirit; and
WHEREAS, The U.S. Professors of the Year program, sponsored by
The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and
administered by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education,
is the nation's most highly respected program to recognize
outstanding faculty; and
WHEREAS, The Illinois Professor of the Year represents the
thousands of dedicated university and college instructors throughout
Illinois who serve their students, their community, and their State
with dedication and talent; and
WHEREAS, The State of Illinois has long supported excellence in
undergraduate teaching through competitively funding faculty salaries
and other initiatives to make our system of higher education the envy
of many states and other nations; and
WHEREAS, The quality of life and the scope of opportunity for
many future citizens of Illinois will be determined by the quality of
teaching in the classroom; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we recognize and
commend Rose Marie Lynch, professor of English and Journalism at
Illinois Valley Community College, upon being named the 1999 Illinois
Professor of the Year; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
her as a token of our esteem.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 441
Offered by Representative Bill Mitchell:
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, Alex Shaw of Boy Scout Troop 202, in Decatur, will
receive the Eagle Scout Award at a Court of Honor to be held on
October 24, 1999, at the Westminster Presbyterian Church in Decatur;
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, Alex Shaw 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
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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 Alex Shaw 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 Alex Shaw as an expression of our respect and esteem.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 442
Offered by Representative Bill Mitchell:
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, Mark William Ingram of Boy Scout Troop 5, in Decatur,
will receive the Eagle Scout Award at a Court of Honor to be held on
November 14, 1999, at the Westminster Presbyterian Church in Decatur;
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, Mark William Ingram 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 Mark William Ingram 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 Mark William Ingram as an expression of our respect and
esteem.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 443
Offered by Representative Bill Mitchell:
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, Jeff Carter of Boy Scout Troop 85, in Moweaqua, will
receive the Eagle Scout Award at a Court of Honor to be held on
October 31, 1999, at the Community Building in Moweaqua; 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, Jeff Carter 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 Jeff Carter upon attaining the coveted
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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 Jeff Carter as an expression of our respect and esteem.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 445
Offered by Representative Erwin:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to recognize milestones in the lives of people of the State
of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, Deloris Jordan is the mother of five children, James,
Delois, Larry, Michael, and Roslyn; her son, Michael Jordan, was the
star of the Chicago Bulls basketball team for many years; and
WHEREAS, Deloris Jordan is the author of "Family First: Winning
the Parenting Game", a book that gives the seven principles of
parenting; she is also a noted public speaker and a businesswoman;
and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Jordan began her career at Corning Glass Works and
United Carolina Bank in Wilmington, North Carolina; she serves on the
boards of LaRibida Children's Hospital and Research Center, The
Jordan Family Institute, Sinai Community Institute, Audrey Hepburn
Hollywood for Children Foundation (Honorary Chair), the Foundation
for Peace and Stability in Liberia, Inc., the University of Chapel
Hill School of Social Work, and Jordan Universal Marketing Products,
Inc. (J.U.M.P.); and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Jordan is the honorary chairman of James Jordan
Boys and Girls and Family Life Center; and
WHEREAS, Deloris Jordan has received many accolades and honors
for her work to improve the lives of others, including: the Unicef
Award by Audrey Hepburn, the 1998 Black Trumpet Award by Ted Turner,
the St. Colleta's of Illinois' Humanitas Award, the Little Company of
Mary Hospital's Mary Potter Humanitarian Award, the University of
Chicago's Chicago Center for Family Health's Family Resilience Award,
and the National Mother's Day Committee Outstanding Mother of the
Year Award; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Jordan has toured the State of Israel, where she
met with government officials and visited the Shaare Zedek Medical
Center in Jerusalem, where she presented gifts and words of comfort
to the people there; and
WHEREAS, On October 24, 1999, Deloris Jordan will receive the
1999 Raoul Wallenberg Humanitarian Award from the Shaare Zedek
Medical Center in Jerusalem; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate
Deloris Jordan on receiving the Raoul Wallenberg Humanitarian Award
from Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem; and we also declare
October 24, 1999, to be Deloris Jordan Day in the State of Illinois;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Mrs. Deloris Jordan, along with our sincere regards.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 447
Offered by Representative Erwin:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to recognize milestones in the lives of people of the State
of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, Deloris Jordan is the mother of five children, James,
Delois, Larry, Michael, and Roslyn; her son, Michael Jordan, was the
star of the Chicago Bulls basketball team for many years; and
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WHEREAS, Deloris Jordan is the author of "Family First: Winning
the Parenting Game", a book that gives the seven principles of
parenting; she is also a noted public speaker and a businesswoman;
and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Jordan began her career at Corning Glass Works and
United Carolina Bank in Wilmington, North Carolina; she serves on the
boards of LaRibida Children's Hospital and Research Center, The
Jordan Family Institute, Sinai Community Institute, Audrey Hepburn
Hollywood for Children Foundation (Honorary Chair), the Foundation
for Peace and Stability in Liberia, Inc., the University of Chapel
Hill School of Social Work, and Jordan Universal Marketing Products,
Inc. (J.U.M.P.); and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Jordan is the honorary chairman of James Jordan
Boys and Girls and Family Life Center; and
WHEREAS, Deloris Jordan has received many accolades and honors
for her work to improve the lives of others, including: the Unicef
Award by Audrey Hepburn, the 1998 Black Trumpet Award by Ted Turner,
the St. Colleta's of Illinois' Humanitas Award, the Little Company of
Mary Hospital's Mary Potter Humanitarian Award, the University of
Chicago's Chicago Center for Family Health's Family Resilience Award,
and the National Mother's Day Committee Outstanding Mother of the
Year Award; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Jordan has toured the State of Israel, where she
met with government officials and visited the Shaare Zedek Medical
Center in Jerusalem, where she presented gifts and words of comfort
to the people there; and
WHEREAS, On October 24, 1999, Deloris Jordan will receive the
1999 Raoul Wallenberg Humanitarian Award from the Shaare Zedek
Medical Center in Jerusalem; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate
Deloris Jordan on receiving the Raoul Wallenberg Humanitarian Award
from Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem; and we also declare
October 24, 1999, to be Deloris Jordan Day in the State of Illinois;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Mrs. Deloris Jordan, along with our sincere regards.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 449
Offered by Representative Black:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to recognize milestones in the State of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, Danville Steel and Mervis Industries recently received a
1999 Vermilion County Business of Distinction award, in the medium
employer category, from the Danville Area Economic Development
Corporation, based upon achievements in quality improvements, growth,
employee/employer relations, community involvement, and problem
solving initiatives; and
WHEREAS, Danville Steel and Mervis Industries are committed to
the City of Danville; through their community involvement and their
willingness to work with the city they have shown why they deserve
this award; and
WHEREAS, The City of Danville has declared November 1-7, 1999 as
Danville Steel and Mervis Industries Week in 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
Danville Steel and Mervis Industries on receiving the 1999 Vermilion
County Business of Distinction award from the Danville Area Economic
Development Corporation; and be it further
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RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
a representative of Danville Steel and Mervis Industries, along with
our sincere regards.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 450
Offered by Representative Black:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to recognize milestones in the State of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, Estad Stamping and Manufacturing Company recently
received a 1999 Vermilion County Business of Distinction award, in
the small employer category, from the Danville Area Economic
Development Corporation, based upon achievements in quality
improvements, growth, employee/employer relations, community
involvement, and problem solving initiatives; and
WHEREAS, Estad Stamping and Manufacturing Company is committed to
the City of Danville; through their community involvement and their
willingness to work with the city they have shown why they deserve
this award; they have also shown themselves to be leaders in local,
State, and national areas of teamwork, quality, and excellence; and
WHEREAS, The City of Danville has declared October 25-31, 1999 as
Estad Stamping and Manufacturing Company Week in 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 Estad
Stamping and Manufacturing Company on receiving the 1999 Vermilion
County Business of Distinction award from the Danville Area Economic
Development Corporation; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
a representative of Estad Stamping and Manufacturing Company, along
with our sincere regards.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 451
Offered by Representative Black:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to recognize milestones in the State of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, CCL Custom Manufacturing Inc. recently received a 1999
Vermilion County Business of Distinction award, in the large employer
category, from the Danville Area Economic Development Corporation,
based upon achievements in quality improvements, growth,
employee/employer relations, community involvement, and problem
solving initiatives; and
WHEREAS, CCL Custom Manufacturing Inc. is committed to the City
of Danville; through their community involvement and their
willingness to work with the city they have shown why they deserve
this award; they have also shown themselves to be leaders locally,
Statewide, and nationally in teamwork, quality, and excellence; and
WHEREAS, Vermilion County has declared November 8-14, 1999 as CCL
Custom Manufacturing Week in 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 CCL
Custom Manufacturing Inc. on receiving the 1999 Vermilion County
Business of Distinction award from the Danville Area Economic
Development Corporation; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
a representative of CCL Custom Manufacturing Inc., along with our
sincere regards.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 452
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Offered by Representative Shirley Jones:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to recognize milestones in the lives of Illinois citizens;
and
WHEREAS, It has come to our attention that Officer William J.
Hightower of the Chicago Police Department will be retiring on
November 15, 1999; and
WHEREAS, William J. Hightower attended Hales Franciscan High
School and Wendell Phillips High School in Chicago, and completed
courses at Loop City College in Chicago; in March of 1970 he began
his career with the Chicago Police Department; and
WHEREAS, Officer Hightower has worked in a variety of positions
while serving with the Chicago Police Department, including:
Community Service Officer, Hot Desk Clerk, Public Information
Assistant, Assistant Police District Desk Officer, Patrol Officer,
Plainclothes/Uniform Detail in the Gang Crimes Unit, Tactical
Officer, Abandoned Vehicles Officer, and his most recent work as a
Neighborhood Relations Officer in the Public Housing Section; his
work has recently involved being the police liaison in the Cabrini
Green Public Housing area; and
WHEREAS, Officer Hightower has received many commendations while
serving with the Chicago Police Department, including: the Department
Commendation for Exemplary Police Work from the Superintendent of
Police in 1978, a Certificate of Appreciation from the Girl Scouts of
Chicago in 1981, a Certificate of Appreciation from the Chicago
Westside Police Association in 1989, a Certificate of Appreciation
from the Superintendent of Police during the 1996 Democratic
Convention, and various Letters of Appreciation and Honorable
Mentions since his beginnings with the Police Department; and
WHEREAS, Officer Hightower is blessed with six sons, William,
Mario, Anthony, Angelo, Jeffrey, and Sean; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate
Officer William J. Hightower on his retirement from the Chicago
Police Department; we wish to thank him on behalf of all the people
of the State of Illinois for his willingness to serve and protect;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Officer William J. Hightower, along with our sincere regards.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 454
Offered by Representative Curry:
WHEREAS, The members of the House were saddened to learn of the
death of Mayor Gerald Leon Lane of Sullivan on Friday, October 8,
1999; and
WHEREAS, He was born in Moultrie County on January 17, 1926, the
son of Walter and Oleta Waggoner Lane; he served in the United States
Air Force during World War II; and
WHEREAS, He graduated from Missouri Auctioneer School in 1954 and
was an auctioneer for 45 years, he owned the Citizens Abstract
Company in Sullivan for 25 years, and he was a licensed real estate
agent; and
WHEREAS, Leon Lane had served as city commissioner for two terms
and was currently serving in his sixth term as Mayor of Sullivan; and
WHEREAS, He was a member of the State and National Auctioneer
Associations, American Legion Post #68, George A. Sentel Masonic
Lodge 4764, and the Ansar Temple, a member of the Consistory Rite
Bodies in the Valley of Springfield, and a member of the First
Christian Church in Sullivan; and
WHEREAS, His passing will be deeply felt by his family and
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friends, especially his wife, Evelyn; his sons, Jerry and wife Jan
and their children, Chris, Jason, Jessica, Abbey, and Stephanie; Greg
and wife Jennette and their children, Eric and Ryan; Doug and wife
Theresa and their children, Blake, Brett, and Dustin; Jeff and wife
Karen and their children, Jenny and Kyler; and Scott and wife Selena
and their children, Chris and Jordan; his brother, James; and his
sister, Lorene Harris; 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 Mayor Leon Lane and extend our sincere
condolences to his family and friends; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
his widow, Evelyn Burns Lane.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 455
Offered by Representative Curry:
WHEREAS, The members of the House were saddened to learn of the
death of Charles B. Shuman of Sullivan on Sunday, October 24, 1999;
and
WHEREAS, A native of Illinois who grew up on the family farm in
Sullivan, Mr. Shuman served nine years as president of the Illinois
Farm Bureau before his election to the presidency of the American
Farm Bureau Federation in 1954, a position he held until 1970; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Shuman earned his bachelor's and master's degrees
from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana; and
WHEREAS, He was deeply religious and taught Sunday School at
Sullivan's First United Methodist Church for more than 60 years; and
WHEREAS, He began writing a popular weekly column titled "Way
Back When" for the Moultrie County News-Progress in Sullivan a few
years ago; and
WHEREAS, His passing will be deeply felt by his family and
friends, especially his wife, Mabel Ervin; his sons, Charles, John
L., and Paul E.; his daughter, Janet Roney; his sister, Bernadine
Curtiss; his 9 grandchildren; and his 10 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 Charles B. Shuman and extend our sincere
condolences to his family and friends; and be it further
RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution be presented to
the family of Charles B. Shuman.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 457
Offered by Representative Granberg:
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are
pleased to honor milestones in the State of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2055 of Centralia,
Illinois, will be celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Veterans
of Foreign Wars of the United States with a Membership Volunteer and
Community Appreciation Banquet on November 18, 1999; and
WHEREAS, The Ladies Auxiliary to the Centralia V.F.W. Post was
started on April 3, 1935; Hazel Bond served as the first President
with 54 members starting the group; Dorothy Martin currently serves
as President with 602 members under her leadership; and
WHEREAS, V.F.W. Post 2055 in Centralia was chartered on December
18, 1934; D. Warren served as the first Commander, with 56 members
under his leadership; Larry Owen serves as the current Commander,
with a membership of 763; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
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GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we commend V.F.W.
Post 2055 of Centralia, Illinois, and the Ladies Auxiliary on
continuing to be a viable and active presence in their community;
through their hard work, dedication, and service, Post 2055 will
continue to be recognized for all that they do; we wish them well as
they celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars
of the United States; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
V.F.W. Post 2055 and the Ladies Auxiliary.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 458
Offered by Representative Morrow:
WHEREAS, The members of this House are pleased and honored to
recognize significant milestones in the lives of individuals of this
great State; and
WHEREAS, Bonita Ramsey-Pryor will celebrate her fiftieth birthday
this year; and
WHEREAS, She was born in Chicago on November 16, 1949; a native
of Altgeld Gardens Homes, she graduated from George Washington Carver
High School; and
WHEREAS, She joined Up With People in 1968 and toured with them
for two years; she married her childhood sweetheart in 1969 and to
this union was born a loving, intelligent daughter; and
WHEREAS, Bonita was a member of the top Black drum and bugle
corps and studied dancing with some of the best instructors in
Chicago; she was also a professional model; and
WHEREAS, She served the community as a dental assistant with Drs.
Russell Dixon and Edward Schaaf; she works in the community presently
doing home health; her formal education is with Olive Harvey College
and Malcolm X College of Chicago; and
WHEREAS, She is an active member of the Order of Eastern Star,
Daughter of the Sphinx of Northern South America, a Women's Auxiliary
George L. Giles #87 American Legion Post of Chicago, and a seventeen
year member of the Concord Missionary Baptist Church; and
WHEREAS, She will be honored with a dinner on Saturday, November
20, 1999; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we take this
opportunity to wish Bonita Ramsey-Pryor a happy fiftieth birthday
with the hope of many more to come; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to
Bonita Ramsey-Pryor as a token of our esteem.
RESOLUTION
The following resolutions were offered and placed in the
Committee on Rules.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 440
Offered by Representative Mautino:
WHEREAS, December 7, 2001 is the 60th anniversary of the sneak
attack on Pearl Harbor by the Japanese Navy and Air Forces on
December 7, 1941; and
WHEREAS, On August 23, 1994, President William J. Clinton signed
HJ Res 131 National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day into law; said PL
103-308 urged all to fly the flag of the United States at half staff
to honor all those individuals who died as the result of their
service at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941; and
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WHEREAS, There were no appropriate ceremonies, activities, or any
press releases to the mass media to inform the general public of PL
103-308; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that in order to
commemorate the 60th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, we
urge the Senate and the House of Representatives of the United States
of America to enact legislation requiring all governmental posts to
fly the flag of the United States at half staff to honor all those
individuals who died as the result of their service at Pearl Harbor
on December 7, 1941 and urging all Americans to do likewise; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That the President of the United States issue a
proclamation and press releases to all mass media about PL 103-308
and the aforementioned legislation so that the general public will
know of same; and be it further
RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution be forwarded to
the President of the United States, the President pro tempore of the
United States Senate, the Speaker of the United States House of
Representatives, and to each member of the Illinois congressional
delegation.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 444
Offered by Representative Dart:
WHEREAS, On July 20, 1999, the Governor signed into law Senate
Bill 1063 (P.A. 91-212) in order to bring Illinois into compliance
with the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation
Act of 1996 which mandated that the State of Illinois establish a
State Disbursement Unit by October 1, 1999; and
WHEREAS, Senate Bill 1063 created the Child Support State
Distribution Unit centralizing the collection of child support
payments through one agency rather than through 102 separate Circuit
Clerk offices throughout the State; and
WHEREAS, The model was determined through extensive negotiations
with the Circuit Clerks of Illinois; the DuPage County Circuit Clerk
was selected as the entity to operate the Illinois unit; and
WHEREAS, The Illinois Department of Public Aid is required to
inform those affected by the changes in child support payments caused
by Senate Bill 1063; and
WHEREAS, Thousands of Illinois children have not received the
support to which they are legally entitled in a timely and
professional manner as a result of collection and distribution errors
that have occurred during the initial implementation of Senate Bill
1063; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that the Auditor General
be directed to conduct a management audit of the Illinois Department
of Public Aid's Child Support State Distribution Unit; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That this audit shall include, but not be limited to,
the following determinations:
Whether the information-gathering and technological problems that
now exist in the implementation of Senate Bill 1063 could have
been anticipated by the Illinois Department of Public Aid or
those charged with the implementation of Senate Bill 1063; and
Whether the efforts of the Illinois Department of Public Aid were
sufficient to ensure that employers would supply necessary
information to the State Distribution Unit to permit proper
implementation of Senate Bill 1063; and
Whether performance incentives or penalties should be required
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for implementation of Senate Bill 1063; and
Whether other changes in the implementation of Senate Bill 1063
and the Child Support State Distribution Unit are warranted to
address any deficiencies noted in the preceding determinations;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That all State agencies, including the Department of
Public Aid and all other entities which may have information relevant
to this audit shall cooperate fully and promptly with the Office of
the Auditor General in the conduct of this audit; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Auditor General commence this audit as soon as
possible and report his findings and recommendations upon completion
to the Legislative Audit Commission, the Governor, and the members of
the General Assembly in accordance with the provisions of the
Illinois State Auditing Act.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 446
Offered by Representative Erwin:
WHEREAS, On October 16, 1986, Israeli Air Force Navigator Ron
Arad was taken prisoner during a mission in Lebanon; when his F-4
Phantom jet caught fire, he and the pilot parachuted into enemy
territory; and
WHEREAS, The pilot was rescued and Ron Arad was captured by the
Lebanese Shiite organization, Amal, and taken to Beirut; and
WHEREAS, Arad's seizure was announced and a videotape was
released showing his captivity; he was denied any privileges accorded
to prisoners of war, and international bodies, including the
International Red Cross, were barred from communicating with him; and
WHEREAS, Mustafa Dirani, Amal's head of security, was in charge
of Arad's imprisonment; in 1988, Dirani took Arad and started a small
terrorist organization known as The Resistance of the Believers; and
WHEREAS, In 1989, for the sum of $300,000, Arad was transferred
to an unidentified Iranian group in Lebanon; the Iranians state that
they have no knowledge of his whereabouts; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we respectfully urge
that steps be taken to locate and release Ron Arad as soon as
possible; and be it further
RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution be presented to
the Fellowship for Ron Arad's Release and the Office of the Consulate
General of Israel in Chicago.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 448
Offered by Representative Eileen Lyons:
WHEREAS, The Solid Waste Tipping Fee Surcharge Task Force was
created by House Resolution 329 of the 91st General Assembly to file
a report concerning the loss of solid waste tipping fee surcharges
on local governments in Illinois and ways to rectify that loss; and
WHEREAS, House Resolution 329 of the 91st General Assembly
required that the Solid Waste Tipping Fee Surcharge Task Force file
copies of its report with the Clerk of the House and the Secretary of
the Senate on or before December 31, 1999; and that upon filing its
report the committee is dissolved; and
WHEREAS, It has become necessary to extend the deadline by which
the Solid Waste Tipping Fee Surcharge Task Force must report its
findings; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY- FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that the date by which the
Solid Waste Tipping Fee Surcharge Task Force must file copies of its
report with the Clerk of the House and the Secretary of the Senate
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be changed from December 31, 1999 to December 31, 2000.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 456
Offered by Representative Hoffman:
WHEREAS, On July 20, 1999, the Governor signed into law Senate
Bill 1063 (Public Act 91-212) in order to bring Illinois into
compliance with the Personal Responsibility and Work Reconciliation
Act of 1996 which mandated that the State of Illinois establish a
State Disbursement Unit by October 1, 1999; and
WHEREAS, Senate Bill 1063 created the State Disbursement Unit on
October 1, 1999, centralizing the collection of child support
payments through one agency in DuPage County rather than through 102
separate Circuit Clerk Offices throughout the State; and
WHEREAS, The Illinois Department of Public Aid was required to
inform those who would be affected by the changes in child support
payments caused by Senate Bill 1063; and
WHEREAS, In the month of October 1999 the State Disbursement
Unit, under the direction of the Illinois Department of Public Aid,
failed to issue thousands of child support payments due to bad
planning and program mismanagement when creating and testing
capabilities of a centralized system; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that the members of the
House of Representatives call upon the Governor to immediately issue
an Executive Order temporarily transferring the duties of the State
Disbursement Unit back to the County Circuit Clerks; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That the members of the House of Representatives call
upon the Governor and the Illinois Department of Public Aid to
formally request a six month extension for creating a State
Disbursement Unit as called for in federal law; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Governor and the Illinois Department of Public
Aid provide the House of Representatives a comprehensive plan for
re-implementing the State Disbursement Unit three months prior to the
expiration of the extension.
HOUSE RESOLUTION 462
Offered by Representative Joseph Lyons:
WHEREAS, On July 20, 1999, the Governor signed into law Senate
Bill 1063 (Public Act 91-212) in order to bring Illinois into
compliance with the Personal Responsibility and Work Reconciliation
Act of 1996 which mandated that the State of Illinois establish a
State Disbursement Unit by October 1, 1999; and
WHEREAS, Senate Bill 1063 created the State Disbursement Unit on
October 1, 1999, centralizing the collection of child support
payments through one agency in DuPage County rather than through 102
separate Circuit Clerk Offices throughout the State; and
WHEREAS, The Illinois Department of Public Aid was required to
inform those who would be affected by the changes in child support
payments caused by Senate Bill 1063; and
WHEREAS, In the month of October 1999 the State Disbursement
Unit, under the direction of the Illinois Department of Public Aid,
was unable to issue thousands of child support payments due to
insufficient data from employers, lack of communication with numerous
circuit court clerks, and seriously underestimating the magnitude of
the problems we are now experiencing with the centralized system;
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we urge the Illinois
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Department of Public Aid and the Governor of the State of Illinois to
continue to provide immediate relief for families whose child support
payments have been been deferred and delayed, and to immediately
initiate and develop a plan with the federal government that will
enable the Department to take steps to reduce the workload at the
State Disbursement Unit to allow time for the Unit, in cooperation
with employers and Circuit Clerks, to correct the start-up problems
that are causing delays in payments to children and families; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That, in accordance with a motion of the Illinois
Association of Circuit Court Clerks (IACCC), approved and adopted
October 22, 1999, we recommend that policies and procedures be
adopted to allow the Circuit Clerks of the State of Illinois to
resume duties of collection and disbursement of child support
payments where needed and to the extent necessary to ensure timely
and effective processing and distribution of such payments.
HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION 31
Offered by Representative Gash:
WHEREAS, An extraordinary blessing, known as "global aging", is
upon us and people are living substantially longer than any
generation that preceded them; and
WHEREAS, The "blessing" is accompanied by societal problems that
are counterbalancing the benefits of longer lives, in the form of
subtle discrimination that discourages older people from continuing
to work; and
WHEREAS, Older workers of this new generation are capable, and
often desirous, of working considerably longer than the generation
that preceded them; and
WHEREAS, The economic realities of the so-called baby boomer
generation often make it difficult for them to save sufficient money
before reaching the customary retirement age; and
WHEREAS, A considerable number of older persons, especially
women, are either below or close to the poverty line; and
WHEREAS, Older persons, regardless of their health levels, are
more prone to illness and injury, especially in the workplace; and
WHEREAS, Millions of capable and motivated older persons find
themselves unemployed at times and often desperate for income; and
WHEREAS, Illinois is one of the nine most populous states with an
aging population, 25-plus percent of its population being 50 years of
age or older; and
WHEREAS, Governor George Ryan, himself an older worker and
concerned for the problems that are accompanying this major age
shift, has declared November 16, 1999, OLDER WORKERS' DAY in
Illinois; and
WHEREAS, The State, under the aegis of the Illinois Department on
Aging and the University of Illinois at Chicago School of Public
Health, and Marsh Risk Consulting, a private organization
representing the community of employers in the State of Illinois, are
co-sponsoring a public Forum on the Aging Workforce that day to
encourage employers to help older workers to remain in and return to
the workforce if they wish to do so; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, THE SENATE CONCURRING
HEREIN, that we jointly declare our support for the cause of the
older worker and recognize the importance of studying ways, through
legislative action, that will enhance the productive role of the
older worker for the joint benefit of the workers and employers of
the State; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Department on Aging exercise its prerogatives
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to develop support systems for older workers who wish to remain in or
return to the workforce and the Department of Public Health,
including through its Office on Women's Health, also exercise its
prerogatives to study and propagate information on the maintenance of
good health for all Illinois citizens into their senior years; and
that both Departments assist the corporate business community to
develop programs to encourage workers, as they age, to maintain
positive attitudes towards work, full or part-time, as an alternative
to retirement in their senior years; and be it further
RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution be forwarded to
the Department on Aging and the Department of Public Health.
DISTRIBUTION OF SUPPLEMENTAL CALENDAR
Supplemental Calendar No. 1 was distributed to the Members at
1:09 o'clock p.m.
HOUSE BILLS ON SECOND READING
HOUSE BILL 2883. Having been printed, was taken up and read by
title a second time.
Representative Hoffman offered the following amendment and moved
its adoption:
AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO HOUSE BILL 2883
AMENDMENT NO. 1. Amend House Bill 2883 by replacing the title
with the following:
"AN ACT to amend the Illinois Vehicle Code by changing Sections
2-123, 6-204, and 16-104a."; and
by replacing everything after the enacting clause with the following:
"Section 5. The Illinois Vehicle Code is amended by changing
Sections 2-123, 6-204, and 16-104a as follows:
(625 ILCS 5/2-123) (from Ch. 95 1/2, par. 2-123)
Sec. 2-123. Sale and Distribution of Information.
(a) Except as otherwise provided in this Section, the Secretary
may make the driver's license, vehicle and title registration lists,
in part or in whole, and any statistical information derived from
these lists available to local governments, elected state officials,
state educational institutions, public libraries and all other
governmental units of the State and Federal Government requesting
them for governmental purposes. The Secretary shall require any such
applicant for services to pay for the costs of furnishing such
services and the use of the equipment involved, and in addition is
empowered to establish prices and charges for the services so
furnished and for the use of the electronic equipment utilized.
(b) The Secretary is further empowered to and he may, in his
discretion, furnish to any applicant, other than listed in subsection
(a) of this Section, vehicle or driver data on a computer tape, disk,
or printout at a fixed fee of $250 in advance and require in addition
a further sufficient deposit based upon the Secretary of State's
estimate of the total cost of the information requested and a charge
of $25 per 1,000 units or part thereof identified or the actual cost,
whichever is greater. The Secretary is authorized to refund any
difference between the additional deposit and the actual cost of the
request. This service shall not be in lieu of an abstract of a
driver's record nor of a title or registration search. The
information sold pursuant to this subsection shall be the entire
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vehicle or driver data list, or part thereof.
(c) Secretary of State may issue registration lists. The
Secretary of State shall compile and publish, at least annually, a
list of all registered vehicles. Each list of registered vehicles
shall be arranged serially according to the registration numbers
assigned to registered vehicles and shall contain in addition the
names and addresses of registered owners and a brief description of
each vehicle including the serial or other identifying number
thereof. Such compilation may be in such form as in the discretion of
the Secretary of State may seem best for the purposes intended.
(d) The Secretary of State shall furnish no more than 2 current
available lists of such registrations to the sheriffs of all counties
and to the chiefs of police of all cities and villages and towns of
2,000 population and over in this State at no cost. Additional
copies may be purchased at the fee of $500 each or at the cost of
producing the list as determined by the Secretary of State.
(e) The Secretary of State shall upon written request and the
payment of the fee of $500 furnish the current available list of such
motor vehicle registrations to any person so long as the supply of
available registration lists shall last.
(e-1) Commercial purchasers of driver and vehicle record
databases shall enter into a written agreement with the Secretary of
State that includes disclosure of the commercial use of the intended
purchase. Affected drivers, vehicle owners, or registrants may
request that their personally identifiable information not be used
for commercial solicitation purposes.
(f) The Secretary of State shall make a title or registration
search of the records of his office and a written report on the same
for any person, upon written application of such person, accompanied
by a fee of $5 for each registration or title search. No fee shall
be charged for a title or registration search, or for the
certification thereof requested by a government agency.
The Secretary of State shall certify a title or registration
record upon written request. The fee for certification shall be $5 in
addition to the fee required for a title or registration search.
Certification shall be made under the signature of the Secretary of
State and shall be authenticated by Seal of the Secretary of State.
The Secretary of State may notify the vehicle owner or registrant
of the request for purchase of his title or registration information
as the Secretary deems appropriate.
The vehicle owner or registrant residence address and other
personally identifiable information on the record shall not be
disclosed. This nondisclosure shall not apply to requests made by
law enforcement officials, government agencies, financial
institutions, attorneys, insurers, employers, automobile associated
businesses, other business entities for purposes consistent with the
Illinois Vehicle Code, the vehicle owner or registrant, or other
entities as the Secretary may exempt by rule and regulation. This
information may be withheld from the entities listed above, except
law enforcement and government agencies upon presentation of a valid
court order of protection for the duration of the order.
No information shall be released to the requestor until
expiration of a 10 day period. This 10 day period shall not apply to
requests for information made by law enforcement officials,
government agencies, financial institutions, attorneys, insurers,
employers, automobile associated businesses, persons licensed as a
private detective or firms licensed as a private detective agency
under the Private Detective, Private Alarm, and Private Security Act
of 1983, who are employed by or are acting on behalf of law
enforcement officials, government agencies, financial institutions,
attorneys, insurers, employers, automobile associated businesses, and
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other business entities for purposes consistent with the Illinois
Vehicle Code, the vehicle owner or registrant or other entities as
the Secretary may exempt by rule and regulation.
Any misrepresentation made by a requestor of title or vehicle
information shall be punishable as a petty offense, except in the
case of persons licensed as a private detective or firms licensed as
a private detective agency which shall be subject to disciplinary
sanctions under Section 22 or 25 of the Private Detective, Private
Alarm, and Private Security Act of 1983.
(g) 1. The Secretary of State may, upon receipt of a written
request and a fee of $6, furnish to the person or agency so
requesting a driver's record. Such document may include a record
of: current driver's license issuance information, except that
the information on judicial driving permits shall be available
only as otherwise provided by this Code; convictions; orders
entered revoking, suspending or cancelling a driver's license or
privilege; and notations of accident involvement. All other
information, unless otherwise permitted by this Code, shall
remain confidential.
2. The Secretary of State may certify an abstract of a
driver's record upon written request therefor. Such
certification shall be made under the signature of the Secretary
of State and shall be authenticated by the Seal of his office.
3. All requests for driving record information shall be
made in a manner prescribed by the Secretary.
The Secretary of State may notify the affected driver of the
request for purchase of his driver's record as the Secretary
deems appropriate.
The affected driver residence address and other personally
identifiable information on the record shall not be disclosed.
This nondisclosure shall not apply to requests made by law
enforcement officials, government agencies, financial
institutions, attorneys, insurers, employers, automobile
associated businesses, other business entities for purposes
consistent with the Illinois Vehicle Code, the affected driver,
or other entities as the Secretary may exempt by rule and
regulation. This information may be withheld from the entities
listed above, except law enforcement and government agencies,
upon presentation of a valid court order of protection for the
duration of the order.
No information shall be released to the requester until
expiration of a 10 day period. This 10 day period shall not
apply to requests for information made by law enforcement
officials, government agencies, financial institutions,
attorneys, insurers, employers, automobile associated businesses,
persons licensed as a private detective or firms licensed as a
private detective agency under the Private Detective, Private
Alarm, and Private Security Act of 1983, who are employed by or
are acting on behalf of law enforcement officials, government
agencies, financial institutions, attorneys, insurers, employers,
automobile associated businesses, and other business entities for
purposes consistent with the Illinois Vehicle Code, the affected
driver or other entities as the Secretary may exempt by rule and
regulation.
Any misrepresentation made by a requestor of driver
information shall be punishable as a petty offense, except in the
case of persons licensed as a private detective or firms licensed
as a private detective agency which shall be subject to
disciplinary sanctions under Section 22 or 25 of the Private
Detective, Private Alarm, and Private Security Act of 1983.
4. The Secretary of State may furnish without fee, upon the
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written request of a law enforcement agency, any information from
a driver's record on file with the Secretary of State when such
information is required in the enforcement of this Code or any
other law relating to the operation of motor vehicles, including
records of dispositions; documented information involving the use
of a motor vehicle; whether such individual has, or previously
had, a driver's license; and the address and personal description
as reflected on said driver's record.
5. Except as otherwise provided in this Section, the
Secretary of State may furnish, without fee, information from an
individual driver's record on file, if a written request therefor
is submitted by any public transit system or authority, public
defender, law enforcement agency, a state or federal agency, or
an Illinois local intergovernmental association, if the request
is for the purpose of a background check of applicants for
employment with the requesting agency, or for the purpose of an
official investigation conducted by the agency, or to determine a
current address for the driver so public funds can be recovered
or paid to the driver, or for any other lawful purpose.
The Secretary may also furnish the courts a copy of an
abstract of a driver's record, without fee, subsequent to an
arrest for a violation of Section 11-501 or a similar provision
of a local ordinance. Such abstract may include records of
dispositions; documented information involving the use of a motor
vehicle as contained in the current file; whether such individual
has, or previously had, a driver's license; and the address and
personal description as reflected on said driver's record.
6. Any certified abstract issued by the Secretary of State
or transmitted electronically by the Secretary of State pursuant
to this Section, to a court or on request of a law enforcement
agency, for the record of a named person as to the status of the
person's driver's license shall be prima facie evidence of the
facts therein stated and if the name appearing in such abstract
is the same as that of a person named in an information or
warrant, such abstract shall be prima facie evidence that the
person named in such information or warrant is the same person as
the person named in such abstract and shall be admissible for any
prosecution under this Code and be admitted as proof of any prior
conviction or proof of records, notices, or orders recorded on
individual driving records maintained by the Secretary of State.
7. Subject to any restrictions contained in the Juvenile
Court Act of 1987, and upon receipt of a proper request and a fee
of $6, the Secretary of State shall provide a driver's record to
the affected driver, or the affected driver's attorney, upon
verification. Such record shall contain all the information
referred to in paragraph 1 of this subsection (g) plus: any
recorded accident involvement as a driver; information recorded
pursuant to subsection (e) of Section 6-117 and paragraph (4) of
subsection (a) of Section 6-204 of this Code. All other
information, unless otherwise permitted by this Code, shall
remain confidential.
(h) The Secretary shall not disclose social security numbers
except pursuant to a written request by, or with the prior written
consent of, the individual except: (1) to officers and employees of
the Secretary who have a need to know the social security numbers in
performance of their official duties, (2) to law enforcement
officials for a lawful, civil or criminal law enforcement
investigation, and if the head of the law enforcement agency has made
a written request to the Secretary specifying the law enforcement
investigation for which the social security numbers are being sought,
(3) to the United States Department of Transportation, or any other
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State, pursuant to the administration and enforcement of the
Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1986, (4) pursuant to the
order of a court of competent jurisdiction, or (5) to the Department
of Public Aid for utilization in the child support enforcement duties
assigned to that Department under provisions of the Public Aid Code
after the individual has received advanced meaningful notification of
what redisclosure is sought by the Secretary in accordance with the
federal Privacy Act; provided, the redisclosure shall not be
authorized by the Secretary prior to September 30, 1992.
(i) The Secretary of State is empowered to promulgate rules and
regulations to effectuate this Section.
(j) Medical statements or medical reports received in the
Secretary of State's Office shall be confidential. No confidential
information may be open to public inspection or the contents
disclosed to anyone, except officers and employees of the Secretary
who have a need to know the information contained in the medical
reports and the Driver License Medical Advisory Board, unless so
directed by an order of a court of competent jurisdiction.
(k) All fees collected under this Section shall be paid into the
Road Fund of the State Treasury, except that $3 of the $6 fee for a
driver's record shall be paid into the Secretary of State Special
Services Fund.
(l) The Secretary of State shall report his recommendations to
the General Assembly by January 1, 1993, regarding the sale and
dissemination of the information maintained by the Secretary,
including the sale of lists of driver and vehicle records.
(m) Notations of accident involvement that may be disclosed
under this Section shall not include notations relating to damage to
a vehicle or other property being transported by a tow truck. This
information shall remain confidential, provided that nothing in this
subsection (m) shall limit disclosure of any notification of accident
involvement to any law enforcement agency or official.
(n) Requests made by the news media for driver's license,
vehicle, or title registration information may be furnished without
charge or at a reduced charge, as determined by the Secretary, when
the specific purpose for requesting the documents is deemed to be in
the public interest. Waiver or reduction of the fee is in the public
interest if the principal purpose of the request is to access and
disseminate information regarding the health, safety, and welfare or
the legal rights of the general public and is not for the principal
purpose of gaining a personal or commercial benefit.
(Source: P.A. 90-144, eff. 7-23-97; 90-330, eff. 8-8-97; 90-400, eff.
8-15-97; 90-655, eff. 7-30-98; 91-37, eff. 7-1-99; 91-357, eff.
7-29-99.)
(625 ILCS 5/6-204) (from Ch. 95 1/2, par. 6-204)
Sec. 6-204. When Court to forward License and Reports.
(a) For the purpose of providing to the Secretary of State the
records essential to the performance of the Secretary's duties under
this Code to cancel, revoke or suspend the driver's license and
privilege to drive motor vehicles of certain minors adjudicated
truant minors in need of supervision, addicted, or delinquent and of
persons found guilty of the criminal offenses or traffic violations
which this Code recognizes as evidence relating to unfitness to
safely operate motor vehicles, the following duties are imposed upon
public officials:
(1) 1. Whenever any person is convicted of any offense for
which this Code makes mandatory the cancellation or revocation of
the driver's license or permit of such person by the Secretary of
State, the judge of the court in which such conviction is had
shall require the surrender to the clerk of the court of all
driver's licenses or permits then held by the person so
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convicted, and the clerk of the court shall, within 10 days
thereafter, forward the same, together with a report of such
conviction, to the Secretary.
(2) 2. Whenever any person is convicted of any offense
under this Code or similar offenses under a municipal ordinance,
other than regulations governing standing, parking or weights of
vehicles, and excepting the following enumerated Sections of this
Code: Sections 11-1406 (obstruction to driver's view or control),
11-1407 (improper opening of door into traffic), 11-1410
(coasting on downgrade), 11-1411 (following fire apparatus),
11-1419.01 (Motor Fuel Tax I.D. Card), 12-101 (driving vehicle
which is in unsafe condition or improperly equipped), 12-201(a)
(daytime lights on motorcycles), 12-202 (clearance,
identification and side marker lamps), 12-204 (lamp or flag on
projecting load), 12-205 (failure to display the safety lights
required), 12-401 (restrictions as to tire equipment), 12-502
(mirrors), 12-503 (windshields must be unobstructed and equipped
with wipers), 12-601 (horns and warning devices), 12-602
(mufflers, prevention of noise or smoke), 12-603 (seat safety
belts), 12-702 (certain vehicles to carry flares or other warning
devices), 12-703 (vehicles for oiling roads operated on
highways), 12-710 (splash guards and replacements), 13-101
(safety tests), 15-101 (size, weight and load), 15-102 (width),
15-103 (height), 15-104 (name and address on second division
vehicles), 15-107 (length of vehicle), 15-109.1 (cover or
tarpaulin), 15-111 (weights), 15-112 (weights), 15-301 (weights),
15-316 (weights), 15-318 (weights), and also excepting the
following enumerated Sections of the Chicago Municipal Code:
Sections 27-245 (following fire apparatus), 27-254 (obstruction
of traffic), 27-258 (driving vehicle which is in unsafe
condition), 27-259 (coasting on downgrade), 27-264 (use of horns
and signal devices), 27-265 (obstruction to driver's view or
driver mechanism), 27-267 (dimming of headlights), 27-268
(unattended motor vehicle), 27-272 (illegal funeral procession),
27-273 (funeral procession on boulevard), 27-275 (driving
freighthauling vehicles on boulevard), 27-276 (stopping and
standing of buses or taxicabs), 27-277 (cruising of public
passenger vehicles), 27-305 (parallel parking), 27-306 (diagonal
parking), 27-307 (parking not to obstruct traffic), 27-308
(stopping, standing or parking regulated), 27-311 (parking
regulations), 27-312 (parking regulations), 27-313 (parking
regulations), 27-314 (parking regulations), 27-315 (parking
regulations), 27-316 (parking regulations), 27-317 (parking
regulations), 27-318 (parking regulations), 27-319 (parking
regulations), 27-320 (parking regulations), 27-321 (parking
regulations), 27-322 (parking regulations), 27-324 (loading and
unloading at an angle), 27-333 (wheel and axle loads), 27-334
(load restrictions in the downtown district), 27-335 (load
restrictions in residential areas), 27-338 (width of vehicles),
27-339 (height of vehicles), 27-340 (length of vehicles), 27-352
(reflectors on trailers), 27-353 (mufflers), 27-354 (display of
plates), 27-355 (display of city vehicle tax sticker), 27-357
(identification of vehicles), 27-358 (projecting of loads), and
also excepting the following enumerated paragraphs of Section
2-201 of the Rules and Regulations of the Illinois State Toll
Highway Authority: (l) (driving unsafe vehicle on tollway), (m)
(vehicles transporting dangerous cargo not properly indicated),
it shall be the duty of the clerk of the court in which such
conviction is had within 10 days thereafter to forward to the
Secretary of State a report of the conviction and the court may
recommend the suspension of the driver's license or permit of the
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person so convicted.
The reporting requirements of this subsection shall apply to all
violations stated in paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection when
the individual has been adjudicated under the Juvenile Court Act or
the Juvenile Court Act of 1987. Such reporting requirements shall
also apply to individuals adjudicated under the Juvenile Court Act or
the Juvenile Court Act of 1987 who have committed a violation of
Section 11-501 of this Code, or similar provision of a local
ordinance, or Section 9-3 of the Criminal Code of 1961, as amended,
relating to the offense of reckless homicide. The reporting
requirements of this subsection shall also apply to a truant minor in
need of supervision, an addicted minor, or a delinquent minor and
whose driver's license and privilege to drive a motor vehicle has
been ordered suspended for such times as determined by the Court, but
only until he or she attains 18 years of age. It shall be the duty
of the clerk of the court in which adjudication is had within 10 days
thereafter to forward to the Secretary of State a report of the
adjudication and the court order requiring the Secretary of State to
suspend the minor's driver's license and driving privilege for such
time as determined by the Court, but only until he or she attains the
age of 18 years. All juvenile court dispositions reported to the
Secretary of State under this provision shall be processed by the
Secretary of State as if the cases had been adjudicated in traffic or
criminal court. However, information reported relative to the offense
of reckless homicide, or Section 11-501 of this Code, or a similar
provision of a local ordinance, shall be privileged and available
only to the Secretary of State, courts, and police officers.
(3) 3. Whenever an order is entered vacating the forfeiture
of any bail, security or bond given to secure appearance for any
offense under this Code or similar offenses under municipal
ordinance, it shall be the duty of the clerk of the court in
which such vacation was had or the judge of such court if such
court has no clerk, within 10 days thereafter to forward to the
Secretary of State a report of the vacation.
(4) 4. A report of any disposition of court supervision for
a violation of Sections 6-303, 11-401, 11-501 or a similar
provision of a local ordinance, 11-503 and 11-504 shall be
forwarded to the Secretary of State. A report of any disposition
of court supervision for a violation of an offense defined as a
serious traffic violation in this Code or a similar provision of
a local ordinance committed by a person under the age of 21 years
shall be forwarded to the Secretary of State.
(5) 5. Reports of conviction and sentencing hearing under
the Juvenile Court Act of 1987 in an electronic format a computer
processible medium shall be forwarded to the Secretary of State
via the Supreme Court in the form and format required by the
Illinois Supreme Court and established by a written agreement
between the Supreme Court and the Secretary of State. In counties
with a population over 300,000, instead of forwarding reports to
the Supreme Court, reports of conviction and sentencing hearing
under the Juvenile Court Act of 1987 in an electronic format a
computer processible medium may be forwarded to the Secretary of
State by the Circuit Court Clerk in a form and format required by
the Secretary of State and established by written agreement
between the Circuit Court Clerk and the Secretary of State.
Failure to forward the reports of conviction or sentencing
hearing under the Juvenile Court Act of 1987 as required by this
Section shall be deemed an omission of duty and it shall be the
duty of the several State's Attorneys to enforce the requirements
of this Section.
(b) Whenever a restricted driving permit is forwarded to a
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court, as a result of confiscation by a police officer pursuant to
the authority in Section 6-113(f), it shall be the duty of the clerk,
or judge, if the court has no clerk, to forward such restricted
driving permit and a facsimile of the officer's citation to the
Secretary of State as expeditiously as practicable.
(c) For the purposes of this Code, a forfeiture of bail or
collateral deposited to secure a defendant's appearance in court when
forfeiture has not been vacated, or the failure of a defendant to
appear for trial after depositing his driver's license in lieu of
other bail, shall be equivalent to a conviction.
(d) For the purpose of providing the Secretary of State with
records necessary to properly monitor and assess driver performance
and assist the courts in the proper disposition of repeat traffic law
offenders, the clerk of the court shall forward to the Secretary of
State, either on paper or in an electronic format, in on a form
prescribed by the Secretary, records of any disposition of court
supervision for any traffic violation, excluding those listed in
paragraph (a)(2) of this Section, or records of a driver's
participation in a driver remedial or rehabilitative program which
was required, through a court order or court supervision, in relation
to the driver's arrest for a violation of Section 11-501 of this Code
or a similar provision of a local ordinance. These Suchreports shall
be sent within 10 days after disposition, or, if the driver is
referred to a the driver's referral to such driver remedial or
rehabilitative program, within 10 days of the driver's referral to
that program. These reports received by the Secretary of State,
including those required to be forwarded under paragraph (a)(4),
shall be privileged information, available only (i) to the affected
driver and (ii) for use by the courts, police officers, prosecuting
authorities, and the Secretary of State. Such reports, including
those required to be forwarded under subsection 4 of paragraph (a),
shall be recorded to the driver's file, but shall not be released to
any outside source, except the affected driver, and shall be used
only to assist in assessing driver performance and for the purpose of
informing the courts that such driver has been previously assigned
court supervision or referred to a driver's remedial or
rehabilitative program.
(Source: P.A. 90-369, eff. 1-1-98; 90-590, eff. 1-1-99; 91-357, eff.
7-29-99.)
(625 ILCS 5/16-104a) (from Ch. 95 1/2, par. 16-104a)
Sec. 16-104a. Additional penalty for certain violations. There
is added to every fine imposed upon conviction of an offense
reportable to the Secretary of State under the provisions of
subdivision (a) (2) of Section 6-204 of this Act an additional
penalty of $4 for each $40, or fraction thereof, of fine imposed.
Each such additional penalty received shall be remitted within one
month to the State Treasurer to be deposited into the Drivers
Education Fund, unless the additional penalty is subject to
disbursement by the circuit clerk under Section 27.5 of the Clerks of
Courts Act. Such additional amounts shall be assessed by the court
and shall be collected by the Clerk of the Circuit Court in addition
to the fine and costs in the case. Such additional penalty shall not
be considered a part of the fine for purposes of any reduction made
in the fine for time served either before or after sentencing. Not
later than March 1 of each year the Clerk of the Circuit Court shall
submit to the State Comptroller a report of the amount of funds
remitted by him to the State Treasurer under this Section during the
preceding calendar year. Except as otherwise provided by Supreme
Court Rules, if a court in sentencing an offender levies a gross
amount for fine, costs, fees and penalties, the amount of the
additional penalty provided for herein shall be computed on the
7932 JOURNAL OF THE [November 16, 1999]
amount remaining after deducting from the gross amount levied all
fees of the Circuit Clerk, the State's Attorney and the Sheriff.
After deducting from the gross amount levied the fees and additional
penalty provided for herein, less any other additional penalties
provided by law, the clerk shall remit the net balance remaining to
the entity authorized by law to receive the fine imposed in the case.
For purposes of this Section "fees of the Circuit Clerk" shall
include, if applicable, the fee provided for under Section 27.3a of
the Clerks of Courts Act and the fee, if applicable, payable to the
county in which the violation occurred pursuant to Section 5-1101 of
the Counties Code.
When bail is forfeited for failure to appear in connection with
an offense reportable to the Secretary of State under subdivision (a)
(2) of Section 6-204 of this Act, and no fine is imposed ex parte, $4
of every $40 cash deposit, or fraction thereof, given to secure
appearance shall be remitted within one month to the State Treasurer
to be deposited into the Drivers Education Fund, unless the bail is
subject to disbursement by the circuit clerk under Section 27.5 of
the Clerks of Courts Act.
(Source: P.A. 86-1475; 87-670.)
Section 99. This Act takes effect on October 1, 2000.".
The motion prevailed and the amendment was adopted and ordered
printed.
There being no further amendments, the foregoing Amendment No. 1
was ordered engrossed; and the bill, as amended, was held on the
order of Second Reading.
VETO MOTIONS SUBMITTED
Pursuant to the Motion submitted previously, Representative Black
moved to accept the Governor's Specific Recommendations for Change to
HOUSE BILL 1383, by adoption of the following amendment:
I move to accept the specific recommendations of the Governor as
to House Bill 1383 in manner and form as follows:
AMENDMENT TO HOUSE BILL 1383
IN ACCEPTANCE OF GOVERNOR'S RECOMMENDATIONS
Amend House Bill 1383 on page 6, line 12, by inserting the
following between the words "State." and "The":
"Prior to the Wireless Enhanced 9-1-1 Board setting any surcharge,
the Board shall publish the proposed surcharge in the Illinois
Register, hold hearings on the surcharge and the requirements for an
efficient wireless emergency number system, and elicit public
comment. The Board shall determine the minimum cost necessary for
implementation of this system and the amount of revenue produced
based upon the number of wireless telephones in use. The Board shall
set the surcharge at the minimum amount necessary to achieve the
goals of the Act and shall, by July 1, 2000, file this information
with the Governor, the Clerk of the House, and the Secretary of the
Senate."; and
on page 6, line 15, by replacing "January 1" with "July 1"; and
on page 6, line 22, by replacing "Upon" with "The Board, upon"; and
on page 6, line 23, by replacing "filing its report, the Board" with
the following:
"completion of all its duties required under this Act,"; and
on page 6, line 30, by inserting the following after the word
"State.":
"No wireless carrier shall impose the surcharge authorized by this
Section upon any subscriber who is subject to the surcharge imposed
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 7933
by a unit of local government pursuant to Section 45.".
And on that motion, a vote was taken resulting as follows:
110, Yeas; 5, Nays; 0, Answering Present.
(ROLL CALL 2)
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.
Pursuant to the Motion submitted previously, Representative
Joseph Lyons moved to accept the Governor's Specific Recommendations
for Change to HOUSE BILL 427, by adoption of the following amendment:
I move to accept the specific recommendations of the Governor as
to House Bill 427 in manner and form as follows:
AMENDMENT TO HOUSE BILL 427
IN ACCEPTANCE OF GOVERNOR'S RECOMMENDATIONS
Amend House Bill 427 on page 24, by replacing lines 26 through 29
with the following:
"be employed by the owner or operator of the establishment, its
parent entity, or any other entity with ownership common to either
the owner or operator of the establishment or parent entity,
including but not limited to an affiliate of the owner or operator of
the establishment. Nothing in this Section is"; and
on page 32, line 19, by changing "Director" to "Governor"; and
on page 33, line 28, by changing "Director" to "Governor"; and
on page 35, by replacing line 2 with "appointed by January 1, 2001";
and
on page 35, line 3, by deleting "March 1, 2000"; and
on page 35, line 6, by changing "Director" to "Governor"; and
on page 36, line 4, by changing "Director" to "Governor"; and
on page 58, by replacing lines 31 through 33 with the following:
"Section 199. Effective date. This Act takes effect on January
1, 2001."; and
on page 59, by deleting line 1.
And on that motion, a vote was taken resulting as follows:
114, Yeas; 0, Nays; 1, Answering Present.
(ROLL CALL 3)
This motion, having received the votes of a constitutional
majority of the Members elected, prevailed.
Ordered that the Clerk inform the Senate and ask their
concurrence in the Governor's Specific Recommendations for Change.
Pursuant to the Motion submitted previously, Representative
Joseph Lyons moved to accept the Governor's Specific Recommendations
for Change to HOUSE BILL 1676, by adoption of the following
amendment:
I move to accept the specific recommendations of the Governor as
to House Bill 1676 in manner and form as follows:
AMENDMENT TO HOUSE BILL 1676
IN ACCEPTANCE OF GOVERNOR'S RECOMMENDATIONS
Amend House Bill 1676 as follows:
on page 2, line 20, delete "Right" and replace with "Duty"; and
on page 5, line 6, delete "(b)" and replace with "(d)(2)"; and
on page 5, lines 10 and 11, delete ", whether the operator is found
guilty or not"; and
on page 5, below line 28, insert the following:
"(g) This Section shall not be applied, construed, or implemented
in any manner inconsistent with, or in conflict with, any provision
of the federal motor carrier safety regulations."; and
7934 JOURNAL OF THE [November 16, 1999]
on page 5, line 30, delete "January" and insert "July".
And on that motion, a vote was taken resulting as follows:
115, Yeas; 0, Nays; 0, Answering Present.
(ROLL CALL 4)
This motion, having received the votes of a constitutional
majority of the Members elected, prevailed.
Ordered that the Clerk inform the Senate and ask their
concurrence in the Governor's Specific Recommendations for Change.
Pursuant to the Motion submitted previously, Representative
Winkel moved to accept the Governor's Specific Recommendations for
Change to HOUSE BILL 1766, by adoption of the following amendment:
I move to accept the specific recommendations of the Governor as
to House Bill 1766 in manner and form as follows:
AMENDMENT TO HOUSE BILL 1766
IN ACCEPTANCE OF GOVERNOR'S RECOMMENDATIONS
Amend House Bill 1766 on page 3, by replacing line 34 with the
following:
"paid, subject to appropriation, from the Academic Improvement Trust
Fund for".
And on that motion, a vote was taken resulting as follows:
115, Yeas; 0, Nays; 0, Answering Present.
(ROLL CALL 5)
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.
RECEDE OR REFUSAL TO RECEDE
FROM HOUSE AMENDMENTS TO SENATE BILLS
House Amendments numbered 1, 2 and 3 to SENATE BILL 618, having
been printed, were taken up for consideration.
Representative Hannig then moved that the House refuse to recede
from said amendments and that a Committee of Conference, consisting
of five members on the part of the House and five members on the part
of the Senate, be appointed to consider the differences arising
between the two Houses.
The motion prevailed.
The Speaker appointed as such committee on the part of the House:
Representatives Hannig, Schoenberg, Monique Davis; Tenhouse &
Biggins.
Ordered that the Clerk inform the Senate.
ACTION ON MOTIONS
Pursuant to the motion submitted previously, Representative
Joseph Lyons asked and obtained unanimous consnet to discharge the
Committee on Child Support Enforcement from further consideration of
HOUSE RESOLUTIONS 444, 456 and 462 and advance to the order of
Resolutions.
Pursuant to the motion submitted previously, Representative
Joseph Lyons asked and obtained unanimous consent to discharge the
Committee on Child Support Enforcement from further consideration of
HOUSE BILLS 2903, 2920, 2921 and 2922.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 7935
Pursuant to the motion submitted previously, Representative
Biggins asked and obtained unanimous consent to discharge the
Committee on Revenue from further consideration of SENATE BILL 1144.
VETO MOTIONS SUBMITTED
Pursuant to the Motion submitted previously, Representative
Hultgren moved to accept the Governor's Specific Recommendations for
Change to HOUSE BILL 1762, by adoption of the following amendment:
I move to accept the specific recommendations of the Governor as
to House Bill 1762 in manner and form as follows:
AMENDMENT TO HOUSE BILL 1762
IN ACCEPTANCE OF GOVERNOR'S RECOMMENDATIONS
Amend House Bill 1762 on page 1, line 14, by changing "shall may"
to "may"; and
on page 6, by replacing lines 15 through 20 with the following:
"(F) A Class 2 or greater felony if the offender had been
convicted of a Class 2 or greater felony within 10 years of the date
on which the offender he committed the offense for which he or she is
being sentenced, except as otherwise provided in Section 40-10 of the
Alcoholism and Other Drug Abuse and Dependency Act.
(G) Residential burglary, except as otherwise provided in
Section 40-10 of the Alcoholism and Other Drug Abuse and Dependency
Act."; and
on page 7, by deleting lines 23 through 34; and
on page 8, by deleting lines 1 through 4.
And on that motion, a vote was taken resulting as follows:
115, Yeas; 0, Nays; 0, Answering Present.
(ROLL CALL 6)
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.
Pursuant to the Motion submitted previously, Representative Smith
moved that HOUSE BILL 1261 do pass, the Veto of the Governor
notwithstanding. A three-fifths vote is required.
And on that motion, a vote was taken resulting as follows:
113, Yeas; 0, Nays; 1, Answering Present.
(ROLL CALL 7)
The motion, having received the votes of three-fifths of the
Members elected, prevailed and the bill was declared passed, the veto
of the Governor notwithstanding.
Ordered that the Clerk inform the Senate and ask their
concurrence.
RESOLUTIONS
HOUSE RESOLUTION 425 was taken up for consideration.
Representative Shirley Jones moved the adoption of the
resolution.
The motion prevailed and the Resolution was adopted.
At the hour of 2:52 o'clock p.m., Representative Currie moved
that the House do now adjourn until Wednesday, November 17, 1999, at
11:00 o'clock a.m.
7936 JOURNAL OF THE [November 16, 1999]
The motion prevailed.
And the House stood adjourned.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 7937
NO. 1
STATE OF ILLINOIS
NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY
HOUSE ROLL CALL
QUORUM ROLL CALL FOR ATTENDANCE
NOV 16, 1999
0 YEAS 0 NAYS 115 PRESENT
P ACEVEDO P FOWLER P LINDNER P RIGHTER
P BASSI P FRANKS P LOPEZ P RONEN
P BEAUBIEN P FRITCHEY P LYONS,EILEEN P RUTHERFORD
P BELLOCK P GARRETT P LYONS,JOSEPH P RYDER
P BIGGINS P GASH P MATHIAS P SAVIANO
P BLACK P GIGLIO P MAUTINO P SCHMITZ
P BOLAND P GILES P McAULIFFE E SCHOENBERG
P BOST P GRANBERG P McCARTHY P SCOTT
P BRADLEY P HAMOS P McGUIRE P SCULLY
P BRADY P HANNIG P McKEON P SHARP
P BROSNAHAN P HARRIS P MEYER P SILVA
P BRUNSVOLD P HARTKE P MITCHELL,BILL P SKINNER
P BUGIELSKI P HASSERT P MITCHELL,JERRYP SLONE
P BURKE P HOEFT P MOFFITT P SMITH
P CAPPARELLI P HOFFMAN P MOORE P SOMMER
P COULSON P HOLBROOK E MORROW P STEPHENS
P COWLISHAW P HOWARD P MULLIGAN P STROGER
P CROSS P HULTGREN P MURPHY P TENHOUSE
P CROTTY P JOHNSON,TIM P MYERS P TURNER,ART
P CURRIE P JOHNSON,TOM P NOVAK P TURNER,JOHN
P CURRY P JONES,JOHN P O'BRIEN P WAIT
P DANIELS P JONES,LOU P O'CONNOR P WINKEL
P DART P JONES,SHIRLEY P OSMOND P WINTERS
E DAVIS,MONIQUE P KENNER P PANKAU P WIRSING
P DAVIS,STEVE P KLINGLER P PARKE P WOJCIK
P DELGADO P KOSEL P PERSICO P WOOLARD
P DURKIN P KRAUSE P POE P YOUNGE
P ERWIN P LANG P PUGH P ZICKUS
P FEIGENHOLTZ P LAWFER P REITZ P MR. SPEAKER
P FLOWERS P LEITCH
E - Denotes Excused Absence
7938 JOURNAL OF THE [November 16, 1999]
NO. 2
STATE OF ILLINOIS
NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY
HOUSE ROLL CALL
HOUSE BILL 1383
WIRLSS EMGNCY PHONE SAFETY ACT
ACCEPT AMENDATORY VETO
PREVAILED
THREE-FIFTHS VOTE REQUIRED
NOV 16, 1999
110 YEAS 5 NAYS 0 PRESENT
Y ACEVEDO N FOWLER Y LINDNER N RIGHTER
Y BASSI N FRANKS Y LOPEZ Y RONEN
Y BEAUBIEN Y FRITCHEY Y LYONS,EILEEN Y RUTHERFORD
Y BELLOCK Y GARRETT Y LYONS,JOSEPH Y RYDER
Y BIGGINS Y GASH Y MATHIAS Y SAVIANO
Y BLACK Y GIGLIO Y MAUTINO Y SCHMITZ
Y BOLAND Y GILES Y McAULIFFE E SCHOENBERG
Y BOST Y GRANBERG Y McCARTHY Y SCOTT
Y BRADLEY Y HAMOS Y McGUIRE Y SCULLY
Y BRADY Y HANNIG Y McKEON Y SHARP
Y BROSNAHAN Y HARRIS Y MEYER Y SILVA
Y BRUNSVOLD Y HARTKE Y MITCHELL,BILL N SKINNER
Y BUGIELSKI Y HASSERT Y MITCHELL,JERRYY SLONE
Y BURKE Y HOEFT Y MOFFITT Y SMITH
Y CAPPARELLI Y HOFFMAN Y MOORE N SOMMER
Y COULSON Y HOLBROOK E MORROW Y STEPHENS
Y COWLISHAW Y HOWARD Y MULLIGAN Y STROGER
Y CROSS Y HULTGREN Y MURPHY Y TENHOUSE
Y CROTTY Y JOHNSON,TIM Y MYERS Y TURNER,ART
Y CURRIE Y JOHNSON,TOM Y NOVAK Y TURNER,JOHN
Y CURRY Y JONES,JOHN Y O'BRIEN Y WAIT
Y DANIELS Y JONES,LOU Y O'CONNOR Y WINKEL
Y DART Y JONES,SHIRLEY Y OSMOND Y WINTERS
E DAVIS,MONIQUE Y KENNER Y PANKAU Y WIRSING
Y DAVIS,STEVE Y KLINGLER Y PARKE Y WOJCIK
Y DELGADO Y KOSEL Y PERSICO Y WOOLARD
Y DURKIN Y KRAUSE Y POE Y YOUNGE
Y ERWIN Y LANG Y PUGH Y ZICKUS
Y FEIGENHOLTZ Y LAWFER Y REITZ Y MR. SPEAKER
Y FLOWERS Y LEITCH
E - Denotes Excused Absence
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 7939
NO. 3
STATE OF ILLINOIS
NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY
HOUSE ROLL CALL
HOUSE BILL 427
ASSISTED LIVING-SHARED HOUSING
ACCEPT AMENDATORY VETO
PREVAILED
NOV 16, 1999
114 YEAS 0 NAYS 1 PRESENT
Y ACEVEDO Y FOWLER Y LINDNER Y RIGHTER
Y BASSI Y FRANKS Y LOPEZ Y RONEN
Y BEAUBIEN Y FRITCHEY Y LYONS,EILEEN Y RUTHERFORD
Y BELLOCK Y GARRETT Y LYONS,JOSEPH Y RYDER
Y BIGGINS Y GASH Y MATHIAS Y SAVIANO
Y BLACK Y GIGLIO Y MAUTINO Y SCHMITZ
Y BOLAND Y GILES Y McAULIFFE E SCHOENBERG
Y BOST Y GRANBERG Y McCARTHY Y SCOTT
Y BRADLEY Y HAMOS Y McGUIRE Y SCULLY
Y BRADY Y HANNIG Y McKEON Y SHARP
Y BROSNAHAN Y HARRIS Y MEYER Y SILVA
Y BRUNSVOLD Y HARTKE Y MITCHELL,BILL Y SKINNER
Y BUGIELSKI Y HASSERT Y MITCHELL,JERRYY SLONE
Y BURKE Y HOEFT Y MOFFITT Y SMITH
Y CAPPARELLI Y HOFFMAN Y MOORE Y SOMMER
Y COULSON Y HOLBROOK E MORROW Y STEPHENS
Y COWLISHAW Y HOWARD Y MULLIGAN Y STROGER
Y CROSS Y HULTGREN Y MURPHY Y TENHOUSE
Y CROTTY Y JOHNSON,TIM Y MYERS Y TURNER,ART
Y CURRIE Y JOHNSON,TOM Y NOVAK Y TURNER,JOHN
Y CURRY Y JONES,JOHN Y O'BRIEN Y WAIT
Y DANIELS Y JONES,LOU Y O'CONNOR Y WINKEL
Y DART Y JONES,SHIRLEY Y OSMOND Y WINTERS
E DAVIS,MONIQUE Y KENNER Y PANKAU Y WIRSING
Y DAVIS,STEVE Y KLINGLER Y PARKE Y WOJCIK
Y DELGADO Y KOSEL Y PERSICO Y WOOLARD
Y DURKIN Y KRAUSE Y POE Y YOUNGE
Y ERWIN Y LANG Y PUGH Y ZICKUS
Y FEIGENHOLTZ Y LAWFER Y REITZ P MR. SPEAKER
Y FLOWERS Y LEITCH
E - Denotes Excused Absence
7940 JOURNAL OF THE [November 16, 1999]
NO. 4
STATE OF ILLINOIS
NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY
HOUSE ROLL CALL
HOUSE BILL 1676
INTRMDL TRALR CHASSIS SFTY
ACCEPT AMENDATORY VETO
PREVAILED
NOV 16, 1999
115 YEAS 0 NAYS 0 PRESENT
Y ACEVEDO Y FOWLER Y LINDNER Y RIGHTER
Y BASSI Y FRANKS Y LOPEZ Y RONEN
Y BEAUBIEN Y FRITCHEY Y LYONS,EILEEN Y RUTHERFORD
Y BELLOCK Y GARRETT Y LYONS,JOSEPH Y RYDER
Y BIGGINS Y GASH Y MATHIAS Y SAVIANO
Y BLACK Y GIGLIO Y MAUTINO Y SCHMITZ
Y BOLAND Y GILES Y McAULIFFE E SCHOENBERG
Y BOST Y GRANBERG Y McCARTHY Y SCOTT
Y BRADLEY Y HAMOS Y McGUIRE Y SCULLY
Y BRADY Y HANNIG Y McKEON Y SHARP
Y BROSNAHAN Y HARRIS Y MEYER Y SILVA
Y BRUNSVOLD Y HARTKE Y MITCHELL,BILL Y SKINNER
Y BUGIELSKI Y HASSERT Y MITCHELL,JERRYY SLONE
Y BURKE Y HOEFT Y MOFFITT Y SMITH
Y CAPPARELLI Y HOFFMAN Y MOORE Y SOMMER
Y COULSON Y HOLBROOK E MORROW Y STEPHENS
Y COWLISHAW Y HOWARD Y MULLIGAN Y STROGER
Y CROSS Y HULTGREN Y MURPHY Y TENHOUSE
Y CROTTY Y JOHNSON,TIM Y MYERS Y TURNER,ART
Y CURRIE Y JOHNSON,TOM Y NOVAK Y TURNER,JOHN
Y CURRY Y JONES,JOHN Y O'BRIEN Y WAIT
Y DANIELS Y JONES,LOU Y O'CONNOR Y WINKEL
Y DART Y JONES,SHIRLEY Y OSMOND Y WINTERS
E DAVIS,MONIQUE Y KENNER Y PANKAU Y WIRSING
Y DAVIS,STEVE Y KLINGLER Y PARKE Y WOJCIK
Y DELGADO Y KOSEL Y PERSICO Y WOOLARD
Y DURKIN Y KRAUSE Y POE Y YOUNGE
Y ERWIN Y LANG Y PUGH Y ZICKUS
Y FEIGENHOLTZ Y LAWFER Y REITZ Y MR. SPEAKER
Y FLOWERS Y LEITCH
E - Denotes Excused Absence
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 7941
NO. 5
STATE OF ILLINOIS
NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY
HOUSE ROLL CALL
HOUSE BILL 1766
COMMUNITY COLL-MATCHING GRANT
ACCEPT AMENDATORY VETO
PREVAILED
THREE-FIFTHS VOTE REQUIRED
NOV 16, 1999
115 YEAS 0 NAYS 0 PRESENT
Y ACEVEDO Y FOWLER Y LINDNER Y RIGHTER
Y BASSI Y FRANKS Y LOPEZ Y RONEN
Y BEAUBIEN Y FRITCHEY Y LYONS,EILEEN Y RUTHERFORD
Y BELLOCK Y GARRETT Y LYONS,JOSEPH Y RYDER
Y BIGGINS Y GASH Y MATHIAS Y SAVIANO
Y BLACK Y GIGLIO Y MAUTINO Y SCHMITZ
Y BOLAND Y GILES Y McAULIFFE E SCHOENBERG
Y BOST Y GRANBERG Y McCARTHY Y SCOTT
Y BRADLEY Y HAMOS Y McGUIRE Y SCULLY
Y BRADY Y HANNIG Y McKEON Y SHARP
Y BROSNAHAN Y HARRIS Y MEYER Y SILVA
Y BRUNSVOLD Y HARTKE Y MITCHELL,BILL Y SKINNER
Y BUGIELSKI Y HASSERT Y MITCHELL,JERRYY SLONE
Y BURKE Y HOEFT Y MOFFITT Y SMITH
Y CAPPARELLI Y HOFFMAN Y MOORE Y SOMMER
Y COULSON Y HOLBROOK E MORROW Y STEPHENS
Y COWLISHAW Y HOWARD Y MULLIGAN Y STROGER
Y CROSS Y HULTGREN Y MURPHY Y TENHOUSE
Y CROTTY Y JOHNSON,TIM Y MYERS Y TURNER,ART
Y CURRIE Y JOHNSON,TOM Y NOVAK Y TURNER,JOHN
Y CURRY Y JONES,JOHN Y O'BRIEN Y WAIT
Y DANIELS Y JONES,LOU Y O'CONNOR Y WINKEL
Y DART Y JONES,SHIRLEY Y OSMOND Y WINTERS
E DAVIS,MONIQUE Y KENNER Y PANKAU Y WIRSING
Y DAVIS,STEVE Y KLINGLER Y PARKE Y WOJCIK
Y DELGADO Y KOSEL Y PERSICO Y WOOLARD
Y DURKIN Y KRAUSE Y POE Y YOUNGE
Y ERWIN Y LANG Y PUGH Y ZICKUS
Y FEIGENHOLTZ Y LAWFER Y REITZ Y MR. SPEAKER
Y FLOWERS Y LEITCH
E - Denotes Excused Absence
7942 JOURNAL OF THE [November 16, 1999]
NO. 6
STATE OF ILLINOIS
NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY
HOUSE ROLL CALL
HOUSE BILL 1762
ALCOHL DRUG DEPEND-CORRECTIONS
ACCEPT AMENDATORY VETO
PREVAILED
THREE-FIFTHS VOTE REQUIRED
NOV 16, 1999
115 YEAS 0 NAYS 0 PRESENT
Y ACEVEDO Y FOWLER Y LINDNER Y RIGHTER
Y BASSI Y FRANKS Y LOPEZ Y RONEN
Y BEAUBIEN Y FRITCHEY Y LYONS,EILEEN Y RUTHERFORD
Y BELLOCK Y GARRETT Y LYONS,JOSEPH Y RYDER
Y BIGGINS Y GASH Y MATHIAS Y SAVIANO
Y BLACK Y GIGLIO Y MAUTINO Y SCHMITZ
Y BOLAND Y GILES Y McAULIFFE E SCHOENBERG
Y BOST Y GRANBERG Y McCARTHY Y SCOTT
Y BRADLEY Y HAMOS Y McGUIRE Y SCULLY
Y BRADY Y HANNIG Y McKEON Y SHARP
Y BROSNAHAN Y HARRIS Y MEYER Y SILVA
Y BRUNSVOLD Y HARTKE Y MITCHELL,BILL Y SKINNER
Y BUGIELSKI Y HASSERT Y MITCHELL,JERRYY SLONE
Y BURKE Y HOEFT Y MOFFITT Y SMITH
Y CAPPARELLI Y HOFFMAN Y MOORE Y SOMMER
Y COULSON Y HOLBROOK E MORROW Y STEPHENS
Y COWLISHAW Y HOWARD Y MULLIGAN Y STROGER
Y CROSS Y HULTGREN Y MURPHY Y TENHOUSE
Y CROTTY Y JOHNSON,TIM Y MYERS Y TURNER,ART
Y CURRIE Y JOHNSON,TOM Y NOVAK Y TURNER,JOHN
Y CURRY Y JONES,JOHN Y O'BRIEN Y WAIT
Y DANIELS Y JONES,LOU Y O'CONNOR Y WINKEL
Y DART Y JONES,SHIRLEY Y OSMOND Y WINTERS
E DAVIS,MONIQUE Y KENNER Y PANKAU Y WIRSING
Y DAVIS,STEVE Y KLINGLER Y PARKE Y WOJCIK
Y DELGADO Y KOSEL Y PERSICO Y WOOLARD
Y DURKIN Y KRAUSE Y POE Y YOUNGE
Y ERWIN Y LANG Y PUGH Y ZICKUS
Y FEIGENHOLTZ Y LAWFER Y REITZ Y MR. SPEAKER
Y FLOWERS Y LEITCH
E - Denotes Excused Absence
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 7943
NO. 7
STATE OF ILLINOIS
NINETY-FIRST
GENERAL ASSEMBLY
HOUSE ROLL CALL
HOUSE BILL 1261
PROP TX-LOW INCOME HOUSING
OVERRIDE TOTAL VETO
PREVAILED
THREE-FIFTHS VOTE REQUIRED
NOV 16, 1999
113 YEAS 0 NAYS 1 PRESENT
Y ACEVEDO Y FOWLER Y LINDNER Y RIGHTER
Y BASSI Y FRANKS Y LOPEZ Y RONEN
Y BEAUBIEN Y FRITCHEY Y LYONS,EILEEN Y RUTHERFORD
Y BELLOCK Y GARRETT Y LYONS,JOSEPH Y RYDER
Y BIGGINS Y GASH Y MATHIAS Y SAVIANO
Y BLACK Y GIGLIO Y MAUTINO Y SCHMITZ
Y BOLAND Y GILES Y McAULIFFE E SCHOENBERG
Y BOST Y GRANBERG Y McCARTHY Y SCOTT
Y BRADLEY Y HAMOS Y McGUIRE Y SCULLY
Y BRADY Y HANNIG Y McKEON Y SHARP
Y BROSNAHAN Y HARRIS Y MEYER Y SILVA
Y BRUNSVOLD Y HARTKE Y MITCHELL,BILL Y SKINNER
Y BUGIELSKI Y HASSERT Y MITCHELL,JERRYY SLONE
Y BURKE Y HOEFT Y MOFFITT Y SMITH
Y CAPPARELLI Y HOFFMAN Y MOORE Y SOMMER
Y COULSON Y HOLBROOK E MORROW Y STEPHENS
Y COWLISHAW Y HOWARD Y MULLIGAN Y STROGER
Y CROSS A HULTGREN Y MURPHY Y TENHOUSE
Y CROTTY Y JOHNSON,TIM Y MYERS Y TURNER,ART
Y CURRIE Y JOHNSON,TOM Y NOVAK Y TURNER,JOHN
Y CURRY Y JONES,JOHN Y O'BRIEN Y WAIT
Y DANIELS Y JONES,LOU Y O'CONNOR Y WINKEL
Y DART Y JONES,SHIRLEY Y OSMOND Y WINTERS
E DAVIS,MONIQUE Y KENNER Y PANKAU Y WIRSING
Y DAVIS,STEVE Y KLINGLER Y PARKE Y WOJCIK
Y DELGADO Y KOSEL Y PERSICO Y WOOLARD
Y DURKIN Y KRAUSE Y POE Y YOUNGE
Y ERWIN Y LANG Y PUGH Y ZICKUS
Y FEIGENHOLTZ Y LAWFER Y REITZ P MR. SPEAKER
Y FLOWERS Y LEITCH
E - Denotes Excused Absence
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