CHICAGO – Below is a statement by Mayor Johnson thanking Superintendent Escareño for her service to the City of Chicago:  

 “I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to Superintendent Escareño. A lifelong public servant and someone who truly believes that public parks should be for the people of Chicago, Rosa has done a tremendous job of expanding opportunities for young people in our Park District and modernizing our city's parks. Her work around sustainability, digital connectivity, and park amenities has touched the lives of hundreds of thousands of Chicagoans, particularly our young people. Her vision, outlined in the District’s strategic plan, will set a solid foundation for the next generation of leadership to continue to build an inclusive Park District that all of the residents of Chicago can enjoy for generations to come.” 

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