Alderman Harry Osterman
48TH WARD
Resolution
Whereas, Betty Barclay passed away May 14, 2017, at 92 years old; and
Whereas, Betty moved into the Edgewater neighborhood in the 1950s and became an active participant in the area; and
Whereas, Betty served as the President and Book Sale Chairman of Stephen K. Hayt School, and started the Annual Book Sales as well as being a Cub Scout Den Mother and Girl Scout leader. Betty was also involved in the PTA at Senn High School and in the city and state chapters; and
Whereas, Betty was a founding member of the Edgewater Community Council, Edgewater Glen Association, and Friends of Edgewater Public Library. Betty advocated for bringing a Chicago Public Library branch to the Edgewater Community, which opened in 1973, and later advocated for building a larger branch, which opened in 2013; and
Whereas, Betty was a prominent community member who promoted literacy and education and cared deeply about creating a better environment for our neighborhood; and
Whereas, Betty was a cherished member of the Edgewater community, devoted wife and mother, and friend and mentor to many.
Now, be it resolved, the the Mayor and members of the City Council of Chicago, assembled this 24th day of May, 2017, do hereby honor Betty Barclay for her contributions to the Edgewater community.
Be it further resolved, that a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Betty's family.
Harry Osterman Alderman, 48,h Ward
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