Record #: R2013-936   
Type: Resolution Status: Adopted
Intro date: 10/16/2013 Current Controlling Legislative Body:
Final action: 10/16/2013
Title: Congratulations extended to Police Sergeant Russ Willingham on retirement
Sponsors: Burke, Edward M.
Attachments: 1. R2013-936.pdf
RESOLUTION
 
 
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 of the American Dream; and
 
WHEREAS, Dedication to and fulfillment of the motto of the 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 of the 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, Russ Willingham, Star #956, began his illustrious career with the Chicago Police Department in August of 1987 and was promoted to Sergeant ten years later; and
 
WHEREAS, Russ Willingham hails from a family with a proud tradition of dedication to the Chicago law enforcement community; and
 
WHEREAS, Russ Willingham officially retired on September 17, 2013, as a valued member of the Traffic Division; and
 
WHEREAS, Russ Willingham devoted twenty-six years of his life in service to the people of the City of Chicago and in doing so has personally ensured that the City of Chicago is the safe, healthy and vibrant community it is today; now, therefore
 
 
BE IT RESOLVED, That we, the Mayor and the members of the Chicago City Council assembled this sixteenth day of October, 2013, do hereby express our gratitude and heartfelt appreciation to Russ Willingham on the occasion of his retirement for his dedication, professionalism and personal sacrifice that he provided during his twenty-six years of public service; and
 
Alderman - 14th Ward
 
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Russ Willingham.