Committee on Finance City Council Meeting, October 3, 2012 Alderman Brendan Reilly, 42nd Ward
Resolution
CONGRATULATIONS EXTENDED FOR THE 85™ ANNIVERSARY OF THE ITALIAN
VILLAGE
Whereas, The Italian Village, located in the heart of Chicago's Loop at 71 West Monroe Street, is comprised of three distinct restaurants: The Village, LaCantina and Vivere; and
Whereas, Italian immigrant Alfredo Capitainini opened the Village in 1927, and passed down the restaurant to his daughter, Ave, and his sons Frank and Ray. Gina Capitanini, daughter of Frank, and Alfredo Capitanini, son of Frank are now the third generation to preserve the Italian Village legacy; and
Whereas, The Italian Village is a remarkable result of one family's commitment to each other, and ofthe enduring philosophy that great food, service and decor are the hallmarks of a restaurant that celebrates the very best of the Italian epicurean experience; and
Whereas, Italian Village has employed over 34,500 Chicagoans, 4 employees currently over for 50 years, and 30 currently over 25 years. The dedicated employees ofthe Italian Village have served over 9 million meals to countless families, tourists, residents, business people and 13 Chicago Mayors; and
Whereas, Italian Village has played a vital role in improving the lives of Chicagoans through charitable activities and philanthropic efforts, donating to over 16,000 charities; and
Whereas, Italian Village has celebrated its 85th anniversary on September 20, 2012, and is the oldest Italian restaurant in Chicago.
Whereas, The Honorable Brendan Reilly, Alderman ofthe 42nd Ward, has apprised this august body of this auspicious occasion; now, therefore,
Be It Resolved, That we, the Mayor and Council members ofthe City of Chicago, assembled here the third day of October 2012 A.D., do hereby honor and recognize the eighty-fifth anniversary of the Italian Village; and
Be It Further Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be prepared and presented to the Ital...
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