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A RESOLUTION
Designating 2100 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, Illinois, the
"Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center"
WHEREAS, the Honorable Lorraine H. Morton has given a lifetime of
exemplary service to the Evanston community serving as an educator and principal for
School District 65 for thirty-five years until her 'retirement in 1989, as Alderman of the
Fifth Ward of the City of Evanston during the years 1982 through 1991, and as Mayor of
the City of Evanston during the years 1993 through 2009; and
WHEREAS, during her time in office, Mayor Lorraine H. Morton has had
a continuous, positive presence in the Evanston Civic Center and has left an indelible
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mark of leadership, foresight, and service thereon; and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to proclaim and acknowledge the
contributions of Mayor Lorraine H. Morton,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF EVANSTON, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, on behalf of itself, the City
Manager, City officials, and the residents of this community:
SECTION 1: That appreciation is hereby expressed to Mayor Lorraine H.
Morton, for her service to the City of Evanston, by designating 2100 Ridge _Avenue,
Evanston, Illinois, the "Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center."
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SECTION 2: That the City Manager shall cause signs to be installed at the
Center to indicate this honor.
SECTION 3: That this Resolution be made a part of the permanent
records of the City of Evanston and that an executed, signed copy be provided to Mayor
Lorraine H. Morton.
SECTION 4: That this Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and
after the date of its passage and approval in the manner provided by law.
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Rodney w/ene, City Clerk
Eliz eth B. Tisdahl, Mayor
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Adopted: , 2009
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