OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
CITY OF CHICAGO
RAHM EMANUEL
MAYOR
February 28, 2018
TO THE HONORABLE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICAGO
Ladies and Gentlemen:
I transmit herewith congratulatory resolutions regarding the anniversaries of various Chicago Sister Cities.
Your favorable consideration of these resolutions will be appreciated.
Mayor
Very truly yours,
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Sister Cities International was established in 1956 to further global understanding by encouraging and assisting United States communities and their citizens to join together with cities around the world; and
WHEREAS, Since 1960, Chicago Sister Cities International has established strong ties with 28 Sister Cities around the world; and
WHEREAS, These partnerships continue to enhance international cooperation and understanding through community involvement and people-to-people relationships; and
WHEREAS, These ties have increased international trade, economic development, tourism, cultural exchanges and educational opportunities; and
WHEREAS, Chicago is a global city comprised of diverse communities and neighborhoods and a leader in forging long-lasting relationships throughout the world; and
WHEREAS, 2018 marks the 25th anniversary of Chicago's Sister City relationship with Vilnius, Lithuania; and
WHEREAS, 2018 marks the Centennial of the Restored State of Lithuania; and
WHEREAS, on February 16, 1918, the modern democratic state of Lithuania was born with the signing of the Act of Independence of Lithuania; and
WHEREAS, Lithuania stands as a beacon of freedom and democracy in the world; and
WHEREAS, Chicago is known as "Little Lithuania," having the largest Lithuanian community outside of Lithuania; and
WHEREAS, Chicago shares a long history of friendship and cooperation with the people of Lithuania; and
WHEREAS, The City of Chicago is home to a vibrant and energetic Lithuanian-American community that has made our city a wonderful place to live and work; and
WHEREAS,...
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