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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION HONORING BARTLETT FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT FIRE CHIEFS
WHEREAS, the Bartlett Fire Protection District Deputy Fire Deputy Chief Brian Becker and Battalion Chief Denice Maiz have conferred the designation of Chief Fire Officer; and
WHEREAS, Becker and Maiz were conferred by the State of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, the designation of Chief Fire Officer is the highest fire officer certification in the State of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, the credentialing process evaluates fire professionals' training, education, community involvement, professional contributions, and future professional development goals; and
WHEREAS, the CFO designation program uses a comprehensive peer review model to evaluate candidates seeking the CFO credential. The program prepares individuals for future success and advanced leadership skills; and
WHEREAS, Chiefs Becker and Maiz carry out the mission of the Bartlett Fire Protection District every day to preserve lives and property in our community by providing services directed at the prevention of fires, accidents, and other emergencies while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, efficiency, and effectiveness; and
WHEREAS, this commitment by these individuals and the District to continue professional development leads to safer communities; and
WHEREAS, the example set by these individuals demonstrates the incredible public servants in the 15th District; and
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that we, the Cook County Board of Commissioners do hereby honor Deputy Chief Brian Becker and Battalion Chief Denice Maiz of the Bartlett Fire Protection District for this distinguished certification; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that suitable copies of this resolution are presented to the Bartlett Fire Protection District, Deputy Chief Brian Becker, and Battalion Chief Denice Maiz.
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