Congratulations extended to Francis W. Parker School on 125th anniversary
Legislation tracker › 43rd Ward: Timothy R. Knudsen
- Record number: R2026-0029064
- Type: Resolution; category: Commendations & Declarations
- Status: Final (Adopted)
- Sponsor: Timothy R. Knudsen (43rd Ward)
- Committee: City Council
- Submitted Date: Sep 29, 2026
- Introduction Date: Oct 14, 2026
- Final Action Date: Oct 14, 2026
- Official record: Office of the City Clerk
Impact report
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This resolution congratulates Francis W. Parker School on its 125th anniversary and gives the school a copy of the resolution; it does not change any laws or rules.
Who it affects
- Francis W. Parker School students, staff, alumni, and families: The City Council formally recognizes their school's 125 years and sends best wishes to the Parker community.
- Lincoln Park and 43rd Ward residents: The resolution notes the school's role in the civic, educational, and cultural life of their neighborhood, but makes no changes for them.
What changes
- No changes to daily life; this is a ceremonial resolution.
- A copy of the resolution will be presented to Francis W. Parker School.
Where: 43rd Ward; Lincoln Park
When: October 14, 2026
Timeline
- Oct 14, 2026: Adopted, City Council (49 yea, 0 nay), at the City Council meeting. On motion of Alderperson Harris, and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderperson Harris, the resolution was Adopted.
Documents
- Parker 125th Anniversary Resolution .pdf (Legislation)
Lobbying and money
Computed links; money near a vote is not evidence that it influenced the vote.
Who lobbied on it
- Francis W. Parker School: IMPROVEMENT/EXPANSION OF FACILITIES - SCHOOL AT 330 W. WEBSTER (2 filings, Oct 1, 2025 to Jun 30, 2026; Scott Saef; matched by client named)
- Francis W. Parker School: ADVOCATING FOR SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PROJECT (1 filing, Jan 1, 2026 to Mar 31, 2026; Michael Alvarez; matched by client named)
- Francis W. Parker School: ADVOCACY FOR PARKER DEVELOPMENT (1 filing, Apr 1, 2026 to Jun 30, 2026; Michael Alvarez; matched by client named)
- Francis W. Parker School: ADVOCATE FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL EXPANSION PROJECT (1 filing, Jul 1, 2026 to Sep 30, 2026; Michael Alvarez; matched by client named)
- Belden Acquisition, LLC: ZONING APPROVAL FOR CONSTRUCTION AT FRANCIS PARKER SCHOOL (8 filings, Apr 1, 2026 to Jun 30, 2026; Langdon Neal; matched by semantic tfidf)
Alderpersons who received money from these interests
| Member | Amount | From |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel La Spata | $1,500 | Michael Alvarez (lobbyist for Francis W. Parker School) |
| Desmon C. Yancy | $1,500 | Michael Alvarez (lobbyist for Francis W. Parker School) |
| William E. Hall | $1,500 | Michael Alvarez (lobbyist for Francis W. Parker School) |
| Nicole T. Lee | $1,500 | Michael Alvarez (lobbyist for Francis W. Parker School) |
| Julia M. Ramirez | $1,500 | Michael Alvarez (lobbyist for Francis W. Parker School) |
| Jeylú B. Gutiérrez | $1,500 | Michael Alvarez (lobbyist for Francis W. Parker School) |
| David H. Moore | $1,500 | Michael Alvarez (lobbyist for Francis W. Parker School) |
| Jessica L. Fuentes | $1,500 | Michael Alvarez (lobbyist for Francis W. Parker School) |
| Felix Cardona Jr. | $1,500 | Michael Alvarez (lobbyist for Francis W. Parker School) |
| Scott Waguespack | $1,500 | Michael Alvarez (lobbyist for Francis W. Parker School) |
| Anthony J. Quezada | $1,500 | Michael Alvarez (lobbyist for Francis W. Parker School) |
| Emma Mitts | $1,500 | Michael Alvarez (lobbyist for Francis W. Parker School) |
| Nicholas Sposato | $1,500 | Michael Alvarez (lobbyist for Francis W. Parker School) |
| Brendan Reilly | $1,500 | Michael Alvarez (lobbyist for Francis W. Parker School) |
| Timothy R. Knudsen | $1,500 | Michael Alvarez (lobbyist for Francis W. Parker School) |
| Bennett R. Lawson | $1,500 | Michael Alvarez (lobbyist for Francis W. Parker School) |
| James M. Gardiner | $1,500 | Michael Alvarez (lobbyist for Francis W. Parker School) |
| Matthew J. Martin | $1,500 | Michael Alvarez (lobbyist for Francis W. Parker School) |
| Debra L. Silverstein | $1,500 | Michael Alvarez (lobbyist for Francis W. Parker School) |
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