HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes 46-94 12/06/1994 RESOLUTION NO. 46-94
WHEREAS, the Marching Blue Knights of Prospect High School, which consists of more than 120
musicians and 30 members of the Rhythmettes, dedicate hours of their time to practice and
participate as a member of the bands; and
WHEREAS, the excellence of the Marching Blue Knights Band has been acknowledged in many
ways, including invitations to participate in the following prestigious events: the Rose Bowl
Parade, the Wodd Parade on New Year's Eve in London, England, the St. Patdcks' Day Parade
in Dublin, Ireland, and even provided the half-time entertainment during a Chicago Bears football
game; and
WHEREAS, during the 1994 Marching Season, the Marching Blue Knights Band and Rhythmettes
have earned the following: First Place in the Triple A Lake Park Contest, Third Place in the Tdple
A Midwest Regionals, Grand Champion in the Cavaliers Festival, Grand Champion in the
Chicagoland March Festival, Ninth in the Bands of America Competition, which includes bands
from throughout the entire nation, and, for the 6th consecutive year, the March Blue Knights Band
and Rhythmettes were the recipient of the Governors' Trophy in the Illinois Marching Band
Competition; and
WHEREAS, the Marching Blue Knights Band and Rhythmettes are extremely fortunate to have
the support of the families, including the Booster Club, the community, the many volunteers, who
provide a vadety of services necessary for the successful tours, transportation, nutrition, and the
basic 'creature comforts' necessary to enable participation in all these events, as well as the
hardworking, dedicated "Uniform Moms" who guarantee clean, crisp uniforms for every member
of the Band; and
WHEREAS, David Morrison and his wife Judy are the driving force behind the Marching Blue
Knights Band providing direction and encouragement, which have resulted in their continuous
success; and
WHEREAS, the residents of the Village of Mount Prospect are So very proud of the Marching Blue
Knights Band and Rhythmettes for their continued excellence, both as individual members of this
organization and as a unit.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE
VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS:
SECTION ONE: That the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect, on
behalf of the residents of the Village of Mount Prospect, do hereby express sincere
congratulations to David Morrison and the Marching Blue Knights Band and Rhythmettes on their
many accomplishments and yet another award winning year as well as congratulations and
appreciation to everyone involved with this wonder[ul program.
SECTION TWO: That a copy of this Resolution be presented to representatives of the Marching
Blue Knights Band of Prospect High School.
SECTION THREE: That this Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage
and approval in the manner provided by law.
AYES: Clowes, Corcoran, Hoefert, Hendricks, Skowron, Wilks
NAYS: None
PASSED and APPROVED this 6th day of December, 1994.
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Carol A. Fields, Village Clerk