CONGRATULATIONS TO BARBARA BRACKEN AS A 2015 SENIOR CITIZEN OF THE YEAR
WHEREAS, On November 2, 2015, Congressman Dan Lipinski (3rd District), had announced the winners of the "2015 Senior Citizen of the Year", chosen for their contributions to the Third Congressional District; and
WHEREAS, Several individuals were chosen for their outstanding spirit and commitment to their communities; and
WHEREAS, The following seniors were chosen:
Barbara Bracken, Chicago—11th Ward Resident
Bonnie Brown, Tinley Park
Lucy Crocilla, Palos Park
Jean Gnap, Palos Heights
Edie Krupinski, Lockport
James Kruse, Palos Hills
Roberta Lesiak, Chicago
Ann Lihosit, Chicago
John Miester, Orland Township
Shirley McSweeney, Chicago
Jack Picciolo, Lockport
Phil Rittenhouse, Lockport
Mary Shilney, Chicago
Ronald Stapleton, Lemont
George Vescovi, Chicago
Lou Zemke, Lemont
WHEREAS, Each senior was to be nominated by a leader of a community organization, presenting their credentials for consideration of this award; and
WHEREAS, The 11th Ward community is so very proud of our own resident, Barbara Bracken, for winning this award for her dedication and commitment to the betterment of our community; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, That we, the Mayor and the members of the City Council of the City of Chicago, do hereby congratulate Barbara Bracken, and all of the other awardees, for being selected at the "2015 Senior Citizen of the Year"; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be made available to Barbara Bracken.