Alderman Walter Burnett
WHEREAS, Chicagoan Larry Broutman has lead an exemplary life as a distinguished plastics engineer and professor, who was inducted in the National Plastics Hall of Fame,
WHEREAS, The Mayor and City Council have been informed of this milestone by the Honorable Walter Burnett, Alderman of the 27th Ward; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Broutman has also gained acclaim as an award winning author and photographer whose work has been celebrated in prestigious publications around the world.
WHEREAS, he is now spending his retirement years as a prolific author showcasing Chicago's historic and world renowned attractions, monuments and even the final resting places of many of the city's most notable citizens. His books, Chicago Unleashed, Chicago Monumental, Chicago Eternal and Chicago Treasure have all won.rave reviews while educating and delighting readers.
WHEREAS, Mr. Broutman has become a tireless advocate for children with disabilities by portraying them as their favorite nursery rhyme and fairy tale characters in his newest book, Chicago Treasure. By doih'g/so and not specifically calling out their disability, he was sending a powerful message advocating inclusion
WHEREAS, Mr. Broutman has also devoted his considerable energy to serving his fellow Chicagoans through his active involvement with several ofthe city's major non-profit organizations, including The Chicago Lighthouse, Access Living, Lurie Children's Hospital and the Chicago Architecture Foundation.
WHEREAS, Mr. Broutman's brilliant service as a philanthropist, champion for children with disabilities and crusader for social justice deserve recognition and appreciation from his fellow citizens.
BE IT RESOLVED, That we, the Mayor and members of the City Council of the City of Chicago, gathered here this eighteenth day of September, 2019, do hereby salute Larry Broutman as an Outstanding
Chicagoan.
¦BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this proclomation be prepared and presented t...
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