CONGRATS-JIM WISEMAN

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HR0830
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HOUSE RESOLUTION

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WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of
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Representatives wish to congratulate Jim Wiseman on the
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occasion of his retirement as executive director of the
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Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association (NISRA) on
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May 29, 2026; and

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WHEREAS, Throughout his illustrious 18-year tenure of
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visionary leadership, Jim Wiseman has been a steadfast
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champion of inclusion, tirelessly expanding programs and
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strengthening community partnerships to ensure that
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individuals of all ages and ability levels have access to
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meaningful recreation; and

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WHEREAS, Under Jim Wiseman's guidance, NISRA has
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flourished into a thriving organization that serves
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communities across McHenry, Cook, Lake, and Kane counties,
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fostering independence, socialization, and skill development
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for preschoolers, children, teens, and adults alike; and

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WHEREAS, Jim Wiseman's commitment to excellence is
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reflected in the numerous accolades NISRA has received during
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his leadership, including earning the Illinois Association of
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Park Districts/Illinois Parks and Recreation Distinguished
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Accreditation award for excellence in parks and recreation and

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being named a two-time recipient of the Government Finance
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Officers Association Certificate of Achievement for Excellence
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in Financial Reporting; and

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WHEREAS, Jim Wiseman has built an incredible legacy of
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compassion and service, ensuring that NISRA remains grounded
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in its mission to enrich lives while celebrating its landmark
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50th anniversary; and

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WHEREAS, Jim Wiseman's transition marks the passing of the
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torch to his successor, Heidi Jenkins, leaving behind an
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organization that is structurally sound, highly respected, and
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deeply valued by the families it serves; therefore, be it

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RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE
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HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that
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we congratulate Jim Wiseman on his retirement as executive
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director of the Northern Illinois Special Recreation
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Association (NISRA), commend him for his 18 years of dedicated
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service to the disability community, and wish him health and
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happiness in all his future endeavors; and be it further

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RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be
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presented to Jim Wiseman as a symbol of our esteem and respect.

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