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This resolution congratulates the Village of Calumet Park on its 100th anniversary, highlighting the community's history and growth. Originally incorporated as DeYoung in 1912 and reincorporated as Calumet Park in 1925, the village began with just a few hundred families and experienced significant development after the establishment of Interstate 57, which spurred population growth and commercial expansion along 127th Street and Ashland Avenue. The resolution notes the community's achievements, including building a public library and swimming pool in the 1960s, and becoming the first municipality to name a street "Obama Drive" in honor of former President Barack Obama in 2010. Today, with over 7,000 residents, Calumet Park is described as a close-knit, family-friendly community that values service and community engagement. The resolution formally congratulates the village on its centennial and directs that a copy be presented to Mayor Ronald Denson as a sign of respect and recognition.

https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=441&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HR&SessionID=114&GA=104