RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, On April 9, 2013, Gage Park resident Martin A. Sandoval, II, was elected to the Senka-Sandoval Community Council; and
WHEREAS, The Chicago City Council has been informed of this event by Alderman Edward M. Burke; and
WHEREAS, Chicago's public parks provide residents with many opportunities to relax and enjoy themselves; and
WHEREAS, Created in 1971 on a parcel leased from a railroad company, Senka Park was created as a welcome oasis of public land in a crowded neighborhood; and
WHEREAS, In 1999 a newly expanded Senka Park opened thanks to a successful collaboration between the Trust for Public Land and the Chicago Park District; and
WHEREAS, With facilities for a variety of competitive sports, Senka Park pays fitting tribute to Edward "Duke" Senka, a long-time physical education instructor and southwest Area Supervisor for the Chicago Park District; and
WHEREAS, Senka Park is also home to Socorro Sandoval Elementary School which occupies the northern part of the property; and
WHEREAS, Socorro Sandoval Elementary School commemorates a beloved Chicago Public Schools teacher who imparted her knowledge and passion for learning to her young students and encouraged their parents to pursue the American dream through education; and
WHEREAS, Outdoor water features and playgrounds offer local families a convenient and safe environment to bring their children; and
WHEREAS, A park advisory council raises community awareness, proposes ways for the community to better utilize programs and facilities and communicates local concerns to the Chicago Park District; and
WHEREAS, A park advisory council also works to locate alternate funding sources that serve to enhance park facilities; and
WHEREAS, The Senka-Sandoval Community Council meets on a regular basis to support the effective functioning of Senka Park; and
WHEREAS, Martin A. Sandoval, II, brings a wealth of professional experience and training in social work and psychology to his position on the Senka-Sandoval Community Council; and
WHEREAS, On June 11, 2013, Martin A. Sandoval, II, will be officially sworn into office as a member of the Senka-Sandoval Community Council; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, That we, the Mayor and the members of the Chicago City Council, assembled this fifth day of June, 2013, do hereby commend Martin A. Sandoval, II, for his exemplary civic commitment and congratulate him on his induction into the Senka-Sandoval Community Council; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Martin A. Sandoval, II.