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 ofthe public welfare, indeed, the guardians of the American Dream; and
WHEREAS, Dedication to and fulfillment of the motto of the Chicago Police Depaitment - "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 J. Martin, Star 1891, began his illustrious career with the Chicago Police Department on December 22, 1986; and
WHEREAS, Michael J. Martin officially retired on May 09,2019, as a Sergeant assigned to the 008th District; and
WHEREAS, Michael J. Martin devoted over 31 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 ofthe Chicago City Council assembled this ninth day of October, 2019, do hereby express our gratitude and heartfelt appreciation to Michael J. Martin on the occasion of his retirement for his dedication, professionalism and personal sacrifice that he provided during his over 31 years of public
service; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a suitable copy ofthis resolution be presented to Michael
J. Martin.