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IL SR0970

Resolution

Status

Passed

11/4/2010

Primary Sponsor

Kirk Dillard

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Origin

Senate

96th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Bill Jacobs of Hinsdale passed away on September 5, 2010.
  • Built an automotive dealership group from a single Chevrolet dealership purchased at age 23 into 10 dealerships representing BMW, Mini, Volkswagen, Land Rover, Chevrolet, Cadillac, Mazda, Subaru, Kia, and Mitsubishi, employing approximately 480 staff with around $300 million in annual sales.
  • Served on National Dealer Councils for BMW, Land Rover, and Chevrolet, and was president of the Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana Chevrolet Dealers Advertising Group.
  • Received numerous awards including Time Magazine Quality Dealer of the Year Award, General Motors Jack Smith Award, and Chevrolet and Cadillac Genuine Leader Award.
  • Actively supported Chicago-area communities through leadership roles in YPO and WPO, service on hospital and arts boards, and fundraising for the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

Legislative Description

MEMORIAL - BILL JACOBS

Last Action

Resolution Adopted

11/4/2010

Full Bill Text

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