HR0150 95TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representative are pleased to honor the Palatine Junior Chamber of Commerce on the occasion of the Jaycees' 50th anniversary; and

WHEREAS, The Palatine Junior Chamber of Commerce, known as the Palatine Jaycees, was founded on February 19, 1957; and

WHEREAS, The Palatine Jaycees are known to provide an opportunity for young people, ages 21-40, to learn leadership skills while helping their community; and

WHEREAS, The Palatine Jaycees are one of the largest Jaycees chapters in Illinois with over 130 members; and

WHEREAS, The Palatine Jaycees are known throughout the Village for providing residents with the annual 4th of July festival, now known as Hometown Fest, as well as many other events such as Sand Sale, Community Garage Sale, Egg Hunt, College Scholarships, and Christmas Tree Sales; and

WHEREAS, The Palatine Jaycees have also provided monetary donations and countless volunteer man-hours to many community organizations; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIFTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate the young men and women who make up the Palatine Junior Chamber of Commerce on the occasion of their 50th anniversary and wish them the best for the next 50 years; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Janet Leigh, President of the Palatine Jaycees as a symbol of our esteem.