HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 82-R-26 Cities and Counties for Citizenship
4/27/2026
82-R-26
A RESOLUTION
Authorizing the City of Evanston to Join Cities and Counties for
Citizenship (CC4C)
WHEREAS, Cities and Counties for Citizenship (CC4C) is a national network
aimed at increasing citizenship among eligible U.S. permanent residents and encouraging
cities and counties across the country to invest in citizenship programs; and
WHEREAS, CC4C is chaired by the Mayors of New York City, Chicago, Los
Angeles and Seattle, with support of the National Partnership for New Americans (NPNA);
and
WHEREAS, there are over 9 million U.S. permanent residents in America who are
eligible for citizenship—52% of whom remain low-income; and
WHEREAS, their naturalization would provide access to better paying jobs,
academic scholarships, and myriad other benefits; and
WHEREAS, CC4C promotes the expansion of naturalization and financial
empowerment programs nationwide, boosting economic opportunity for our immigrants
and our communities;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EVANSTON, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS:
SECTION 1: That staff is hereby directed to join the Cities and Counties for
Citizenship coalition.
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SECTION 2: That this Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after
its passage, approval, and publication in the manner provided by law.
_______________________________
Daniel Biss, Mayor
Attest:
______________________________
Stephanie Mendoza, City Clerk
Adopted: __________________, 20__
Approved as to form:
______________________________
Alexandra B. Ruggie, Corporation Counsel
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