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 itnotfor the guardians of the public welfare,; indeed, the guardians ofthe American Dream; and
WHEREAS, Dedication to arid 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 ofthe Chicago Police Department have-provided us with one of the safest ci ties 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,;"riever was so much owed to so few" were never so apropos; and
WHEREAS, Joseph Engelhardt, Star 4941, began his illustrious career with the Chicago Police Department on October. 3, 199.4; and
WHEREAS, Joseph officially retired on January 15, 2022, as a Police Officer assigned to the 008th" District; and
WHEREAS, Police Officer Engelhardt devoted 28 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 twenty-first day of September, 2022, do hereby express our gratitude and heartfelt appreciation to Police Officer.Engelhardt on the occasion of his retirement for his dedication, professionalism and personal sacrifice that he provided, during his 28 years of public service; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a suitable c...
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