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TO: Mayor Richard C. Irvin
FROM: Rich L. Jacobs, Chief of Staff
DATE: April 27, 2021
SUBJECT:
A Resolution Recognizing Alderman-At-Large Robert J. O'Connor for his exemplary public service to the City of Aurora and its Citizens.
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CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS
RESOLUTION NO. _________
DATE OF PASSAGE ________________
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A Resolution Recognizing Alderman-At-Large Robert J. O'Connor for his exemplary public service to the City of Aurora and its Citizens.
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WHEREAS, the City of Aurora has a population of more than 25,000 persons and is, therefore, a home rule unit under subsection (a) of Section 6 of Article VII of the Illinois Constitution of 1970; and
WHEREAS, subject to said Section, a home rule unit may exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs for the protection of the public health, safety, morals, and welfare; and
WHEREAS, Robert J. O’Connor was first elected to serve as Alderman-At-Large in 1985, and is the City of Aurora’s longest serving Alderman, and
WHEREAS, after the early retirement of Mayor Thomas J. Weisner, Alderman O'Connor was unanimously nominated by his colleagues on the Aurora City Council to serve as Mayor of Aurora from October 2016 to May 2017, and
WHEREAS, Robert served with thoughtfulness, determination and humor as Chair of the Finance Committee and member of the Building, Zoning and Economic Development (BZE) Committee, and
WHEREAS, Alderman O’Connor has served under five Mayors, including himself, and the Late Mayor Tom Weisner who said, “Bob O’Connor is one of those people who has served selflessly with dedication and dignity”, and
WHEREAS, Robert consistently supported organizations that advocate for youth, seniors and underprivileged in Aurora as well as the arts and sciences, and
WHEREAS, Robert has faithfully served the Residents of the City of Aurora for nine terms and deserves to spend his free time with family in Illinois, Texas, and Washington.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Aurora, Illinois, as follows: The entire City Council in the City of Aurora, Illinois acknowledges the steadfast support, leadership, dedicated service and multitude of accomplishments of Alderman Robert J. O’Connor on this 27th day of April, 2021. Robert’s kind disposition, and unwavering dedication and commitment to serve will be greatly missed by all.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Aurora, Illinois, as follows: Recognizing Alderman-At-Large Robert J. O'Connor for his exemplary public service to the City of Aurora and its Citizens.