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IL HR1487
Resolution
Status
Passed
11/29/2016
Primary Sponsor
Edward Acevedo
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AI Summary
- Illinois House of Representatives honors Flavio Gonzalez for his contributions to the Pilsen community
- Serves as vice president of Club Villa Morelos, an organization helping undocumented families in Pilsen and Michoacan; has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for infrastructure rebuilding in Michoacan cities
- Works as Senior Advisor to State Representative Edward Acevedo and has served as a Labor Foreman with the City of Chicago for 15 years; consulted on historical Illinois legislation and helped build coalitions protecting rights of undocumented families
- Known as the "Mayor of Pilsen" and actively involved in community safety through Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy and Pilsen Neighborhood Watch Coalition; instrumental in establishing Temporary Driver's License program for undocumented immigrants
- Hosts numerous charitable events including the Acevedo Family Toy Drive, Pilsen Seniors Thanksgiving Dinner, and Annual Pilsen Turkey Bowl; serves as mentor for future Latino leaders interested in public policy and immigration
Legislative Description
HONORS - FLAVIO GONZALEZ
Last Action
Resolution Adopted
11/29/2016
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