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IL HR0863

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

11/12/2024

Primary Sponsor

Joyce Mason

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Origin

House of Representatives

103rd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Commends the City of Zion for efforts to become the "Zinnia capital of Illinois"
  • Zion City Council designated the zinnia as the city's official flower on March 20, 2018, connecting to the city's heritage as founders planted zinnias at Shiloh House, built in 1901
  • Zion became a Monarch City on April 6, 2021 and hosts an annual Zinnia & Monarch Festival, with zinnias providing nectar for monarch butterflies
  • Residents and businesses are encouraged to plant zinnias throughout the community to beautify the city and promote outdoor activity
  • The zinnia's variety of colors and sizes symbolizes Zion's diversity, while the flower represents joy and prosperity

Legislative Description

COMMEND-CITY OF ZION

Last Action

Resolution Adopted

11/12/2024

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