SR0850 103RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate wish to congratulate the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce on the occasion of being awarded 5-star accreditation by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce; and

WHEREAS, The U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Accreditation Program serves to facilitate continuing excellence in the chamber industry and to foster a pro-business environment across the United States; in order to receive accreditation, a chamber must meet minimum standards in its operations and programs, including areas of governance, government affairs, communications, and technology; the program's Accrediting Board rates local chambers as accredited, 3-stars, 4-stars, or 5-stars, with 5-star accreditation remaining in effect for five years; and

WHEREAS, The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce was bestowed a designation of 5-star accreditation for its sound policies, effective organizational procedures, and positive impact on the community, marking the third time it has achieved an accredited status of 5-stars and making it among the top 2% of chambers in the United States; and

WHEREAS, The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce was noted by the Accrediting Board for serving as a vocal advocate for the region's business community, fostering an excellent working relationship with elected officials, engaging with many regional and state working groups and associations, and recognizing the work of its volunteers; and

WHEREAS, The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce was further recognized for its leadership role in the All In for Economic Recovery group, its Advocacy Advisory Council, its Mayoral Forum, its Disaster Recovery Plan and utilization of the Ready Action Plan to address service continuity, its partnership with BIGG Success, and its resource library; and

WHEREAS, The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce remains steadfast in achieving its mission to enhance its members' success and advocate on their behalf; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED THIRD GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce on being awarded 5-star accreditation by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and we commend the chamber for its continued service and dedication to its members; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to President and CEO Mike Murphy of the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce as an expression of our esteem and respect.