RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, after 24 years of dedicated public service to the City of Chicago, Officer Bartell Keithley has announced his retirement as a Police Officer of the Chicago Police Department; and,
WHEREAS, the Chicago City Council has been informed by this event by Alderman Virginia A. Rugai; and,
WHEREAS, Bartell Keithley, Star # 12123, began his career as a police officer on June 16, 1986; and,
WHEREAS, through his dedication, professionalism and personal sacrifice as a member of the law enforcement community, Bartell provided us with one of the safest cities in the nation, allowing each of us to live and raise our families in securely and confidently; and,
WHEREAS, Officer Bartell Keithley is a distinguished officer, professionally earning 27 awards over 24 years, devoting his life to public service, as well as earning the respect and trust of his co-workers and friends; and,
WHEREAS, colleagues, friends and relatives of Bartell will celebrate his retirement at a special gathering to be held on December 8, 2010, at the Beverly Country Club; now therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED, that we, the Mayor and members of the City Council of the City of Chicago, in meeting assembled this 8th day of December 2010, do hereby express our sincerest congratulations, pride and appreciation for the 24 years of devoted service Officer Bartell Keithley has provided and convey our heartiest best wishes to his for good health and happiness; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a suitable copy of this resolution is prepared and presented to Officer Bartell Keithley, as a token of our appreciation and esteem.
Virginia A. faigai Alderman, 19th Ward