HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions - R-08-012 - 07/21/2008 - SUPPORT CITY OF CHICAGO 2016 OLYMPIC GAMES BIDRESOLUTION NO. R-0"12
SUPPORTING THE CITY OF CHICAGO'S BID FOR THE
2016 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC GAMES
WHEREAS, the City of Chicago (herinafter "City") has been selected by the United States Olympic Committee as the U.S.
Applicant City for the international competition to host the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games; and
WHEREAS, the City and counties and other municipalities in the metropolitan Chicago region are anxious to serve the
Olympic Movement by embracing; and celebrating the Olympic Games; and
WHEREAS, the Olympic and Paralympic Games represent the best of the human spirit, and Chicago 2016 and the United
States Olympic Committee are committed to bringing the 2016 Olympics and Paralympic Games to the Unites States for the benefit of
all and ito inspire harmony locally, nationally and globally; and
WHEREAS, Chicago, a world -class city and region with remarkable diversity, culture, history and people, already holds a
place in the international community as a city and a metropolitan area of immigrants from around the world who are eager to be
ambassadors to visiting Olympic athletes; and
WHEREAS, hosting the Games in the heartland of the country will provide a unique opportunity to enhance the
development of Olympic sport in the Midwest and across the nation; and
WHEREAS, the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Chicago would provide a spectacular experience for athletes, the
Olympic Family, spectators, residents and the global viewing audience by celebrating the Games in the center of the City and
throughout the metropolitan region and in the midst of millions of people who are passionate about sports and will create an energetic
spirit inside and outside of the venues; and
WHEREAS, Chicago is one of the transportation hubs of the world and can provide accessible transportation to international
visitors through extensive rail, transit and motorways infrastructure, combined with world -class international airports.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City of McHenry goes on record in support of the City of Chicago's bid
to host the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of McHenry pledges its assistance to enhance the efforts of the City and
Chicago 2016 to host the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Passed and approved this 21st day of July, 2008.
Voting Ave: Santi, Glab, Schaefer, Murgatroyd, Winner, Peterson, Condon.
Voting Nay: None
Not Voting: None
Abstaining: None
Absent None
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Susan E. Low, Mayor
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Janice l_ Jones, City Clerk