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18-R-14
A RESOLUTION
Designating that Portion of Emerson Street
Between Asbury Avenue and Green Bay Road with
the Honorary Street Name Sign, "Hecky Powell Way"
WHEREAS, Hecky Powell was raised in Evanston and educated in
Evanston schools; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Powell has served on the board of the Evanston/Skokie
School District 65, serving as President for one year, in which the board engaged in
actions and model behaviors that led to excellence in local school governance in
support of quality public education and demonstrated a profound commitment to serve
children and families; and
WHEREAS, several community organizations, such as the NAACP, the
Evanston Arts Council, the YMCA, and the Northwestern University Black Alumni
Association, have recognized Mr. Powell for his service to the Evanston community; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Powell is a pillar of the Evanston business community,
owning and operating Hecky's Barbecue; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Powell's business, Hecky's Barbecue, has been located
at 1902 Green Bay Road for 30 years,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF EVANSTON, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, THAT:
SECTION 1: The foregoing recitals are hereby found as fact and
incorporated herein by reference.
18-R-14
SECTION 2: On behalf of the entire citizenry of the City of Evanston, the
City Council hereby expresses appreciation for Hecky Powell by designating that portion
of Emerson Street between Asbury Avenue and Green Bay Road "Hecky Powell Way."
SECTION 3: This Resolution 18-R-14 shall be in full force and effect from
and after the date of its passage and approval in the manner provided by law.
Attest*
Rodney Gr ne, City Clerk
Adopted: 4r*
L k ! , 2014
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Eli eethB.sdahl, Mayor
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