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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING FRANK T. LIBBY ON HIS RETIRMENT
WHEREAS, President and Executive-Secretary Frank Libby announced his retirement effective June 1, 2018; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Libby gave 42 years of service as a proud member and champion for the brothers and sisters of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters. As a member of Local 10, Mr. Libby provided leadership to his local for 38 years during which time he served as warden, recording secretary, business representative and financial secretary-treasurer. He also served as the local’s president for 24 years ending June 30, 2018, fulfilling his term; and
WHEREAS, In 2008 Mr. Libby became the 24th president/executive secretary-treasurer of the Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters, which represents members in 72 counties throughout Illinois and Eastern Iowa; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Libby also served on the Illinois State Council of Carpenters’ executive board and as a past board member to the Chicago Convention and Tourism Bureau; and
WHEREAS, In 2010, the Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters’ Labor and Management Committee launched Emmy-nominated Built to Last®, an educational vehicle for sustainable construction, product innovations, energy-efficient techniques and skilled craftsmanship with five seasons now produced under the direction of Mr. Libby and the Carpenters’ Labor and Management Committee; and
WHEREAS, In 2011, Frank Libby spearheaded a successful challenge to the state legislature’s attempt to adopt work rules at McCormick Place and the challenge resulted in not only reaffirming Chicago as the preeminent trade show destination in the country but in a dramatic increase in revenue for the city, local businesses and the state of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Libby intends to remain active in the community and as a member of the board of directors for both a major Chicago financial institution and a national health care insurance provider. Mr. Libby welcomes the opportunity to spend time with his family including wife Gail and daughter Cynthia;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners does hereby recognize and honor Frank T. Libby on an incredible career and achievements and wish him the best in his future endeavors; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body, and that a suitable copy of the same be tendered to Frank T Libby.
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