WHEREAS, We. the members of the Chicago City Council, wish to extend our congratulations and warmest birthday wishes to Lillian Drummond in honor of her 100th Birthday; and
WHEREAS, On behalf of Alderman Emma Mitts and the 37th Ward, we extend her personal tribute to Lillian Drummond on this momentous occasion as recognition for being a stellar resident of the City of Chicago;- and
WHEREAS, While Lillian Drummond lives in the 29th Ward, she belongs to pur 37th Ward Seniors community, and we value and treasure all she has given and taught us in her lifetime; and
WHEREAS, Lillian Drummond is an outspoken advocate for seniors and the poor, and has been an active member of the South Austin Community Council Coalition for many years; and
WHEREAS, Lillian Drummond travels to Washington D.C.and Springfield, IL to lecture and speak with federal officials and governors about the needs of her fellow seniors and the poor; and
WHEREAS, Lillian Drummond helped pass and renew CEDA and LIHEAP and assisted during the COVID-19 pandemic and can always be found in her office in the Austin Senior Center helping with applications for various programs; and
WHEREAS, The 37th Ward is grateful for Lillian's efforts and hopes she will continue to share her experiences and provide wisdom to us all; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, That we, the Mayor and Members of the Chicago City Council, gathered here this twenty-fifth day of October 2021, do hereby congratulate Lillian Drummond on the occasion of her 100th birthday; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, Thatwe extend our.warmest and heartfelt best wishes to Lillian Drummond for her continued good health, happiness, and success on her 100th birthday; and
Emma Mitts Alderman, 37th Ward
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Lillian Drummond in honor of her 100th birthday as a token of our^steem and-geod wishes.