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Originally Published on CBS News Chicago by Zak Spector, John Odenthal | Nov 11, 2024
This Veterans Day, leaders from the City of Chicago, Cook County, and the State of Illinois all gathered at Soldier Field to honor the men and women who protect our country.
Veterans who fought in every war since World War II filled the United Club at Soldier Field for the event Monday. Mayor Brandon Johnson, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker were all present, along with active-duty members of the military.
"The sacrifices that you have made—each and every one of you—have brought safety and security and comfort and prosperity to an untold number of people and their communities," Pritzker said, "and for that, this nation owes all of our soldiers an enormous debt of gratitude."
Today, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced the creation of the Cook County Municipal Recycling Grant Program and its first recipients, the south suburban Villages of Posen, Phoenix and Dixmoor. The program was created by the County’s Department of Environment and Sustainability (DES) and The Recycling Partnership to provide funding to suburban Cook municipalities for waste diversion programs and projects like curbside residential recycling services. Recycling services are expected to begin in spring 2025.
“Cook County is working hard to advance equity for all residents because we believe supportive, accessible services result in thriving communities,” said President Preckwinkle. “The Municipal Recycling Grant Program will benefit nearly 3,000 households in the Villages of Posen, Phoenix and Dixmoor, and paves the way for progress in communities that still need curbside recycling services.”
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