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IL HR0699
Resolution
Status
2/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
LaShawn Ford
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AI Summary
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Illinois House of Representatives congratulates the DeGeratto family and Buddy Bear Car Wash on Chicago's designation of "Buddy Bear Way" as an honorary street name at 5400 West Chicago Avenue at Lotus Avenue
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Honors the legacy of Phillip "Papa Bear" DeGeratto and Phillip "Buddy Bear" DeGeratto, who founded Big Bear Foods, Buddy Bear Finer Foods, and Buddy Bear Car Wash on Chicago's West Side
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Recognizes the DeGeratto family's nearly 100 years of residence and nearly 70 years of community engagement on Chicago's West Side as business owners and community leaders
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Family contributions include job creation, local hiring initiatives, food security advocacy, youth employment programs, and reentry employment opportunities for returning citizens
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Honorary designation nominated by Alderwoman Emma Mitts, who worked with the DeGeratto family for more than 20 years
Legislative Description
CONGRATS-BUDDY BEAR WAY
Last Action
Resolution Adopted
2/26/2026