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Orland Park board adopts ceasefire, humanitarian-relief resolution after emotional public comments
Summary
The Village of Orland Park Board of Trustees voted to adopt a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire, humanitarian aid and lasting peace after multiple residents urged the board to act on behalf of local families affected by the Gaza conflict.
The Village of Orland Park President and Board of Trustees voted to adopt a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire, the safe delivery of humanitarian aid and the unconditional release of hostages, the board announced at its meeting. The measure directs copies of the resolution to the U.S. president and the village’s congressional representatives.
Public commenters with familial and community ties to Gaza pressed the board to act. "This resolution is not about a conflict overseas. It is about us here at home," said Yousef Zagar, who identified himself as raised in Orland Park. "To pass this resolution is to say clearly that Orland Park has compassion for human life, and that we stand in solidarity with our…
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