HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions - R-99-004 - 03/03/1999 - RECOGNITION PATRICK JOYCE ON RETIREMENTR-99 „�7
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Patrick J. Joyce was hired as Patrolman for the City of
McHenry Police Department on August 1, 1974, promoted to Sergeant on
August 9, 1977, and appointed Chief of Police on November 2, 1984; and
WHEREAS, he has made every effort to provide the citizens of
McHenry quality Police Protection and has performed his duties with
diligence, loyalty and professionalism; and
WHEREAS, he has been responsible for the implementation of
numerous educational, crime prevention and safety programs, including
Community Policing, DARE, VEGA, Citizens Police Academy and High
School Liaison Officer; and
WHEREAS, in an effort to provide quality police protection for the
McHenry citizenry, he has brought the McHenry Police Department from a
total Staff of 20 to 50, including 37 sworn personnel and 13 civilians; and
WHEREAS, he has served the City of McHenry in his capacity as Chief
of Police with courage and foresight, and has acted in all matters with the
welfare of the City uppermost in his mind; and
WHEREAS, he can look back with pride on his contributions and
accomplishments while serving the City of McHenry Police Department.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the
City of McHenry go on record as recognizing the twenty-four years of
contributions and accomplishments of Patrick J. Joyce and expresses its
appreciation and gratitude on behalf of the citizens of McHenry,.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution be incorporated into
the minutes of this meeting and that a copy be presented to Patrick J. Joyce.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 3rd day of March, 1999.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk