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Appreciation and Acceptance of Artwork Donation
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WHEREAS, Charles Cassell of Geneva generously donated seven original pieces of artwork to the County of Kane on September 9, 2025; and
WHEREAS, the donation consists of seven watercolor paintings depicting the bridges that connect the historic Fox River communities of Kane County, Illinois, in a collection entitled “Bridging the Fox”; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Cassell, a retired architect and watercolor artist hobbyist, has shared his talents over the years by donating dozens of his original works to family, friends and community fundraisers; and
WHEREAS, with respect to the Kane County Ethics Ordinance, Mr. Cassell is not classified as a “Prohibited Source”; and
WHEREAS, the artwork donated by Mr. Cassell to the County of Kane will be placed on display at the Kane County Government Center campus for the enjoyment of staff and visitors alike.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Kane County Board gratefully accepts this generous gift on behalf of the County of Kane and the citizens of Kane County and extends its sincere appreciation to Charles Cassell for his contribution to the cultural and artistic legacy of our community.
Passed by the Kane County Board on September 9, 2025.
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John A. Cunningham, MBA, JD, JD Corinne M. Pierog MA, MBA
Clerk, County Board Chairman, County Board
Kane County, Illinois Kane County, Illinois
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