Historical landmark designation for Greater Tabernacle Cathedral at 11300 S Dr. Martin Luther, Jr. Dr and 341-359 E 113th St
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The Department of Planning and Development for the City of Chicago has recommended the Greater Tabernacle Cathedral, formerly known as the Holy Rosary Church, for designation as a Chicago Landmark. The building, designed by renowned architect Solon S. Beman in the Romanesque Revival style, holds historical and architectural significance. It served as a place of worship, a community center, and was associated with former President Barack Obama's early career. The recommendation, supported by the Commission on Chicago Landmarks, will be considered at the City Council meeting on June 21, 2023. The Commission has received written consent from the Cathedral's Bishop, Ocie Booker, for the landmark designation.
Alternate identifiers:
O2023-2241
History
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Legislative body |
Action |
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2023-07-19
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Chicago City Council
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Passed
On motion of Alderperson Ramirez-Rosa , and unsuccessful motion to reconsider by Alderman Mitchell, the matter was Passed.
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Votes against |
Other votes |
Yes: 49
Beale, Anthony
Burnett, Jr., Walter
Cardona, Jr., Felix
Chico, Peter
Clay, Angela
Coleman, Stephanie D.
Conway, William
Cruz, Ruth
Curtis, Derrick G.
Dowell, Pat
Ervin, Jason C.
Fuentes, Jessica L.
Gardiner, James M.
Gutierrez, Jeylu B.
Hadden, Maria E.
Hall, William E.
Harris, Michelle A.
Hopkins, Brian
Knudsen, Timothy R.
La Spata, Daniel
Lawson, Bennett R.
Lee, Nicole T.
Lopez, Raymond A.
Manaa-Hoppenworth, Leni
Martin, Matthew J.
Mitchell, Gregory I.
Mitts, Emma
Moore, David H.
Mosley, Ronnie L.
Napolitano, Anthony V.
Nugent, Samantha
O'Shea, Matthew J.
Quinn, Marty
Ramirez, Julia M.
Ramirez-Rosa, Carlos
Reilly, Brendan
Robinson, Lamont J.
Rodriguez Sanchez, Rossana
Rodriguez, Michael D.
Scott, Monique L.
Sigcho-Lopez, Byron
Silverstein, Debra L.
Sposato, Nicholas
Tabares, Silvana
Taliaferro, Chris
Taylor, Jeanette B.
Vasquez, Jr., Andre
Villegas, Gilbert
Yancy, Desmon C.
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Absent: 1
Absent:
Waguespack, Scott
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2023-07-18
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Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards
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Recommended to Pass
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2023-06-21
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Chicago City Council
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Referred
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2023-06-21
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Chicago City Council
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Introduced
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