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96-R-17
A RESOLUTION
Designating that Portion of Custer Avenue Between
Madison Street and Washington Street with the
Honorary Street Name Sign, "Rick Ferguson Way"
WHEREAS, Rick Ferguson has resided in Evanston for decades and has
dedicated the past twenty years of his life to creating an institution that spreads his
passion for baroque music and for musical creativity in the community; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Ferguson served the Evanston community as co-founder
of The Musical Offering since 1999 helping children make and appreciate music by
finding their own passion and creativity in the cultural production; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Ferguson taught a generation of children to appreciate
the musical stylings of artists like Dvorak, Bach and Schumann; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Ferguson created musical programs in Evanston schools
where students gather to create musical theater shows; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Ferguson built a successful small business in Evanston
that continues to enrich the community as a whole.
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.
SECTION 2: On behalf of the entire citizenry of the City of Evanston, the
City Council hereby expresses appreciation for Rick Ferguson by designating that
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portion of Custer Avenue between Madison Street and Washington Street "Rick
Ferguson Way."
SECTION 3: This Resolution will be in full force and effect from and after
the date of its passage and approval in the manner provided by law.
Attest:
Devon Reid, City Clerk
Adopted: L.J. 11 12017
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