SALUTE TO FRANK JAMES SAUTKUS ON THE OCCASION OF HIS 75™ BIRTHDAY
WHEREAS, September 20, 2012 marks the date ofthe Seventy-fifth Birthday of Frank James Sautkus; and
WHEREAS, Frank was born September 20, 1937; graduated from Kelly High School in 1955 and worked for Northwest Airlines until 1959. He served his country proudly in the United States Army beginning February 1959 and received an Honorable Discharge in January 1961; and
WHEREAS, Frank began his career with the Chicago Police Department on March 19, 1962, at the age of twenty-four. He was assigned as a Patrolman and was promoted to Sergeant in August 1966; Lieutenant in February 1970; Captain in February 1973; appointed to Exempt Member in August 1979; Commander 3 different districts and several support divisions through 1989; Commanded unit that coordinated the building of the new communications center from December 1990- 1998; Assisted in negotiations with city of Chicago for the first labor contract for Captains from 1998 - 2000; Appointed President of the Captains Association and signed the first labor contract for Captains in 2000 and in January 2001, at the age of sixty-three, Frank retired as the 3rd Watch Commander in 021 District; and
WHEREAS, Frank James Sautkus upheld the finest traditions of the Chicago Police Department throughout his career and was respected for his character, intelligence and courage by all who served with him; and
WHEREAS, Frank is a wonderful father, grandfather, and a remarkable person, who remains today an inspiration to all who have reached their golden years. He is a treasured patriarch to his devoted and loving family and many friends; now, therefore,
Be It Resolved, That we, the Mayor and members of the Chicago City Council gathered here in assembly this third day of October, 2012 A.D., do hereby extend our best wishes for a memorable and joyous birthday celebration and offer our further good wishes for many continued years of robust health to indulge in all hi...
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