Office of the City Clerk - Record #: R2018-234

• Record #: R2018-234
• Type: Resolution
• Status: Adopted
• Intro date: 2/28/2018
• Final action: 2/28/2018
• Title: Commemoration of Chicago's 45th Sister City anniversary with Osaka, Japan
• Sponsors: Emanuel, Rahm

Date	Journal Page Number	Action By	Action	Result
2/28/2018		City Council	Introduced (Agreed Calendar)
2/28/2018	71718	City Council	Adopted	Pass

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,
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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 45th anniversary of Chicago's Sister City relationship with Osaka,Japan;and

WHEREAS, Chicago and Osaka are both known as economic engines in their respective countries; and

WHEREAS, The two cities have formed a partnership between the Bank of America Chicago Marathon and the Osaka Marathon; and

WHEREAS, The Garden of the Phoenix (Osaka Garden) in Chicago's Jackson Park symbolizes the strong ties between the U.S. and Japan; and

WHEREAS, Chicago and Osaka are both recognized as major culinary capitals in the world; and

WHEREAS, Chicago shares a long history of friendship and cooperation with the people of Japan;and

WHEREAS, The City of Chicago is home to a vibrant and energetic Japanese-American community that has made our city a wonderful place to li...