Albany Park Community Center, Inc.

1945 West Wilson Avenue Suite 3000 Chicago, IL 60640 773.583.5111 (Tel) 773.583.5062 (Fax) www.apcc-chgo.org

To Whom It May Concern:

This letter serves as a character reference for Illinois State Representative Deb Mell. It has been our extreme pleasure of not only knowing, but working closely with Representative Deb Mell during her tenure as our State Representative of the 40th District, of which she has demonstrated outstanding leadership and maintained a clear sense of purpose. Consistent with her background, State Representative Deb Mell has been a force to effect positive change for the constituents of our community. As one of the largest non-profits serving individuals in need of human services on the north side of Chicago, it is imperative that we have legislators who are in tune with the serious needs our communities are facing during these challenging times. State Representative Deb Mell has demonstrated on a very consistent basis that she not only understands the needs of our community, but makes a personal commitment to find solutions to resolve systemic problems plaguing our constituents. As the Executive Director and C.E.O. of Albany Park Community Center, I would like to provide a report card of excellent servitude during her tenure as our State Representative of the 40th District. Respectfully submitted, Harold Rice Executive Director & C.E.O. Albany Park Community Center

Community Service Locations 3401 West Ainslie Avenue 5101 North Kimball Avenue 4754 North Leavitt Street 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue Chicago, Illinois