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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING GEORGE BUSSE FOR HIS DISTINGUISHED SERVICE TO ELK GROVE TOWNSHIP
WHEREAS, George Busse has served with distinction as Supervisor of Elk Grove Township, culminating 24 years of dedicated public service to the residents of Elk Grove Township; and
WHEREAS, George Busse is part of a family legacy of County, Township, and Village public service dating back to 1848, including being a direct descendant of John Rohlwing who served as Elk Grove Township Supervisor in the early 1900s; and
WHEREAS, George Busse served 14 years as Trustee and 6 years as Clerk before assuming the role of Supervisor, demonstrating his enduring commitment to the residents of Elk Grove Township; and
WHEREAS, George Busse was recognized as Supervisor of the Year in 2024 specifically for his innovative leadership in providing social and mental health services to township residents; and
WHEREAS, George Busse dedicated 30 years to Naval service, including five command tours, bringing this experience in leadership and service to his role as Township Supervisor; and
WHEREAS, George Busse implemented dignity-centered approaches to assistance, including the "client choice" food pantry model and holiday programs designed to give parents the dignity of choosing gifts for their children; and
WHEREAS, George Busse has consistently used his leadership to elevate and recognize the contributions and achievements of staff and volunteers; and
WHEREAS, George Busse has embodied Elk Grove Township's guiding principle of "Empowering People Through Community" by structuring programs around independence and self-sufficiency, from employment services to youth empowerment initiatives; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and Cook County Board of Commissioners do recognize and honor George Busse for his distinguished public service and unwavering commitment to the residents of Elk Grove Township; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, ...
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