#9 & #10 Recognize Councilmembers William Truman's & Frank Perrotto's service to the City of Janesville (File Res. #2011-794 & #2011-795)CITY MANAGER’S MEMORANDUM
April 6, 2011
TO: City Council
FROM: Eric J. Levitt, City Manager
SUBJECT: Action on a proposed resolution recognizing William Truman for his loyal
and conscientious service to the City of Janesville as a City Councilmember
(File Resolution No. 2011-794) and Action on a proposed resolution
recognizing Frank Perrotto for his loyal and conscientious service to the City
of Janesville as a City Councilmember (File Resolution No. 2011-795)
Request
At the conclusion of the Council meeting on April 11, 2011 Councilmember William Truman
and Council Vice President Frank Perrotto will complete their terms as members of the City
Council of the City of Janesville. Accordingly, file resolutions have been prepared in
recognition of their loyal and conscientious service to the City of Janesville.
City Manager Recommendation
The City Manager recommends the adoption of File Resolutions2011- 794 and 2011-795.
Thank you.
Suggested Motions
I move to approve file resolution 2011-794 to recognize William Truman for his loyal and
conscientious service to the City of Janesville as a City Councilmember.
I move to approve file resolution 2011-795 to recognize Frank Perrotto for his loyal and
conscientious service to the City of Janesville as a City Councilmember.
Background
I want to thank Councilman Truman for all of the energy and dedication he provided to the
Council over the last four years. His service includes some of the following highlights:
He was passionate toward issues involving both the Fourth Ward and Look West
neighborhoods. This passion included his dedication to the City by improving its
resources in code enforcement.
He was an active supporter of the Neighborhood Action Team while on the Council.
He was a continuous supporter of improvements in Riverside Park.
He provided support to various Council activities such as the Food Drives and
supporting the Tow Trucks for Tots event.
He continually looked for ways to improve the quality of life of the residents of
Janesville.
He served for one year as the Council President.
I would also like to thank Council Vice President Perrotto for his service and leadership
while on the City Council. His service includes some of the following highlights:
He was very interested in economic development and was a supporter of working with
the business community to grow the Janesville economy.
He was passionate about financial and insurance related matters and brought those
issues forward for discussion.
Frank assisted with the selection of Janesville new golf course management company
by representing the Council on the evaluation committee.
Frank served on the Plan Commission for two years and Sustainable Janesville
committee for one year.
Frank has been very supportive of staff and was always willing to volunteer for
special projects or attend special events and meetings when asked.
He served for one year as the Council Vice President.
RESOLUTION NO. 2011-794
A resolution recognizing William Truman for his loyal and conscientious service
to the City of Janesville as a City Councilmember.
WHEREAS, William Truman served the City of Janesville from 2007 to 2011 as a Member
of the City Council; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Truman served as Council President in 2009 and as Council Vice
President in 2008; and
WHEREAS, during his term of office, Councilman Truman served as a member of various
boards, committees, and commissions in the City; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Truman’s deep concern for the community, its citizens and their welfare
has characterized his tenure in office throughout; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Truman has always performed the duties of a member of the City Council
with an exemplary level of dedication, honesty, and integrity;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Janesville
presents this commendation to William Truman in sincere appreciation for his loyal and
conscientious service to the City of Janesville.
ADOPTED: Motion by:
Second by:
APPROVED:
Councilmember Aye Nay Pass Absent
Brunner
McDonald
Eric Levitt, City Manager
Perrotto
Rashkin
ATTEST:
Steeber
Truman
Voskuil
Jean Ann Wulf, City Clerk-Treasurer
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Wald Klimczyk, City Attorney
Proposed by: City Manager’s Office
Prepared by: City Manager’s Office
RESOLUTION NO. 2011-795
A resolution recognizing Frank Perrotto for his loyal and conscientious service to
the City of Janesville as a City Councilmember.
WHEREAS, Frank Perrotto served the City of Janesville from 2009 to 2011 as a Member
of the City Council; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Perrotto served as Council Vice President in 2010; and
WHEREAS, during his term of office, Councilman Perrotto served as a member of various
boards, committees, and commissions in the City; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Perrotto’s deep concern for the community, its citizens and their welfare
has characterized his tenure in office throughout; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Perrotto has always performed the duties of a member of the City Council
with an exemplary level of dedication, honesty, and integrity;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Janesville
presents this commendation to Frank Perrotto in sincere appreciation for his loyal and
conscientious service to the City of Janesville.
ADOPTED: Motion by:
Second by:
APPROVED:
Councilmember Aye Nay Pass Absent
Brunner
McDonald
Eric Levitt, City Manager
Perrotto
Rashkin
ATTEST:
Steeber
Truman
Voskuil
Jean Ann Wulf, City Clerk-Treasurer
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Wald Klimczyk, City Attorney
Proposed by: City Manager’s Office
Prepared by: City Manager’s Office