CONGRATS-SRACLC

104th Regular Session Introduced by Laura Faver Dias

SRACLC’s 50th anniversary is celebrated for providing inclusive, no-cost recreation and support services to individuals with disabilities through partnerships and adaptive programm

Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Laura Faver Dias

Summary of HR0979 (104th General Assembly, Illinois)

Purpose and intent

This House Resolution (HR0979) formally congratulates the Special Recreation Association of Central Lake County (SRACLC) on its 50th anniversary.

It recognizes SRACLC’s history, mission, and ongoing contributions to individuals with disabilities and their families through therapeutic recreation and inclusive programming.

Key provisions and changes

The resolution notes SRACLC’s origins in 1976 as Northeastern Illinois Special Recreation Association (NISRA) and its subsequent name change to avoid confusion with a neighboring entity.

It highlights SRACLC’s role as a collaborative partner among member agencies, specifically listing:

Grayslake Community Park District
Village of Libertyville
Village of Hawthorn Woods
Village of Lake Zurich
Village of Lincolnshire
Mundelein Park and Recreation District
Round Lake Area Park District
Vernon Hills Park District

The resolution documents SRACLC’s service model, emphasizing:

Inclusion services provided at no additional cost to families
Staff training, program adaptations, and specialized equipment to support participation

It outlines SRACLC’s programming and achievements, including:

Nearly 500 weekly programs, events, and camps annually
Traditional offerings such as a bowling league and fall dance
The SRACLC-Mitsubishi Electric Sensory Room: Illumi*Nation (established in 2019) for tailored multi-sensory experiences
The We Serve program aimed at veterans, active military, and their families
Activities that promote independence, social skills, wellness, and inclusion
Participation in Crusaders Athletics and collaborations with Illinois Therapeutic Recreation Section, Special Olympics Illinois, school districts, and youth/teen/leisure education programs

The resolution expresses the staff, leadership, and volunteers’ commitment under the motto “Take Time for Fun!”

Who/what is affected

SRACLC itself is the primary subject of the recognition.

Member agencies listed in the resolution are acknowledged for their ongoing partnership and support.

The broader public in Lake County, Illinois, particularly individuals with disabilities and their families, is identified as a beneficiary of SRACLC’s services and inclusive programming.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Status: Filed with the Clerk on 2026-06-18 by Rep. Laura Faver Dias.

Sponsors: Primarily Rep. Laura Faver Dias (co-sponsor).

This is a ceremonial/acknowledgment resolution, not a bill proposing new statutory changes or funding. It serves to formally commend SRACLC for its 50th anniversary and legacy of service.

Impact and significance

The resolution formally elevates SRACLC’s milestone, publicly recognizing its impact on accessibility, inclusion, and community-based recreation.

While it does not authorize new programs or funding, it may bolster community awareness and appreciation for SRACLC’s role and could support ongoing partnerships and community support.