CONGRATULATING IRA COLEMAN'S WORK WITH TRANSNATIONAL BANKCARD ON BEING AWARDED PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PROVIDER OF THE YEAR
WHEREAS, The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce presents Annual Awards to recognize businesses that exemplify a strong business model and a commitment to supporting a vibrant Lincoln Park Community; and
WHEREAS, The Professional Service Provider of the Year award nominees can come from a wide-range of industries that provide a service supporting the well-being of individuals, families or businesses in the community; and
WHEREAS, Any business that contributes to the needs of others is an important part of the neighborhood and Lincoln Park is home to some of the best professionals in their respective fields; and
WHEREAS, The 2013-2014 Professional Service Provider of the Year recipient is Ira Coleman for his work with TransNational Bankcard and the community; and
WHEREAS, Ira is a regular attendee at Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce events. He also sits on the Ambassador Committee and is a member of the Board of Directors; and
WHEREAS, Throughout this past harsh winter, Ira Coleman spearheaded the collection of 1,000 coats for those less fortunate in the City, leveraging his strong network of connections for promotion and other logistical support of the drive; and
WHEREAS, Ira's selfless commitment to the Lincoln Park Community should serve as an inspiration to us all; and
WHEREAS, The Honorable Michele Smith, Alderman of the 43rd Ward, has apprised this august body of the significant honor bestowed upon Ira Coleman; now therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, That we, the Mayor and members of the Chicago City Council, gathered here this twenty eighth day of May, 2014, do hereby congratulate Ira Coleman for being awarded Professional Service Provider of the Year and extend our very best wishes for his continued success.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be prepared and presented to Ira
Coleman.
Michele Smith Alderman, 43rd Ward