Record #: R2020-714   
Type: Resolution Status: Adopted
Intro date: 10/7/2020 Current Controlling Legislative Body:
Final action: 10/7/2020
Title: Congratulations extended to Police Officer Michael A. Villa on retirement
Sponsors: Burke, Edward M.
Attachments: 1. R2020-714.pdf

WHEREAS, We, in this city of immigrants, this city of neighborhoods, this most American of all cities, are particularly cognizant of the "American Dream"; and

WHEREAS, Though seemingly fixed and inviolable, the complex social fabric of our great metropolis could be easily torn asunder were it not for the guardians of the public welfare, indeed, the guardians ofthe American Dream; and

WHEREAS, Dedication to and fulfillment of the motto ofthe Chicago Police Department - "We Serve and Protect" - exacts a substantial physical and emotional toll not only on the officers who must daily cope with the stress and danger of being life's arbitrator for countless citizens, but also on their family members; and

WHEREAS, Through professionalism and sacrifice, the members of the Chicago Police Department have provided us with one ofthe safest cities in the United States of America, allowing each of us to pursue our own version of the "American Dream" in safety and confidence; and

WHEREAS, The words of Sir Winston Churchill, "never was so much owed to so few" were never so apropos; and

WHEREAS, Michael A. Villa, Star 9693, began his illustrious career with the Chicago Police Department on August 01, 1994; and

WHEREAS, Michael A. Villa officially retired on August 16, 2020, as a Police Officer assigned to the 008th District; and

WHEREAS, Officer Villa devoted 26 years of his life in service to the people ofthe City of Chicago and in doing so has personally ensured that the Cily of Chicago is the safe, healthy and vibrant community it is today; now, therefore.

BE IT RESOLVED, that we, the Mayor and the members ofthe Chicago City Council assembled this seventh day of October, 2020, do hereby express Our gratitude and heartfelt appreciation to Officer Villa on the occasion of his retirement for his dedication, professionalism and personal sacrifice that he provided during his 26 years of public service; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a suitable copy ofthis resolution be presented to Officer Michael A. Villa. /

jward M. Burke Aldennan, 14"' Ward