Recognition of Catherine Duniap
v^hereas. Catherine DuniaD is a lifelona resident of the Norwood Park community of the Citv's 41st Ward; and;
Whereas, Cathy has repeatedly demonstrated a profound passion for public service, having served the city in numerous capacities, all the while effecting positive change in her community and the City of Chicago as a whole; and;
Whereas, Since being appointed to the O'Hare Noise Compatibility Commission by Mayor Rahm Emanuel in 2011, Cathy has served as a tireless and passionate advocate for mitigating the impact of aircraft noise on the quality of life for all residents who live adjacent to O'Hare International Airport; and;
Whereas, In her capacity on the Commission, Cathy has worked closely with the airline industry, the Federal Aviation Administration and the leadership at O'Hare Airport to enact new policies and procedures that will ensure that O'Hare Airport remains a vibrant economic engine while maintaining a positive relationship with its neighbors in the surrounding communities; 2nd;
Whereas, Cathy's efforts on behalf of residents who have felt the effects of aircraft noise have made her a respected voice within the O'Hare Noise Compatibility Commission, who has helped shape the future of this important body:
Be it resolved, that we, the Mayor and members of the City Council of the City of Chicago, gathered here this 6th day of May, 2015, do hereby express our thanks and appreciation to Catherine Duniap for her contributions to the ONCC, the City of Chicago, and its residents, and;
Be it further resolved, that a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Catherine Duniap.
Mary O'Gg/inor Alderman, 41st Ward