2005-220
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-220
A resolution Recognizing Tom Stehura as a Janesville Good Citizen
(File Resolution No. 2005-220)
WHEREAS, Tom Stehura epitomizes a dedicated public servant and has served the
citizens of Janesville in many capacities, including nineteen years as a City
Council member and three years as City Council President; and
WHEREAS, Tom is a member of the Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) and has held
several leadership positions in this organization, including President and Board
Member; and
WHEREAS, Tom has a passion for educating the public on Veterans affairs and the
sacrifices Janesville residents have made for our country; and
WHEREAS, Tom is a member of the Janesville Patriotic Society and has served as the
co-chair of the Congressional Medal of Honor Walkway committee; and
WHEREAS, Tom voluntarily organized the fundraising and construction of the walkway
and tirelessly worked to make sure the project was completed on time and in a way that
honors the Medal of Honor recipients in our community; and
WHEREAS, the Congressional Medal of Honor Walkway is a magnificent tribute to the
Veterans of our country; and
WHEREAS, the Congressional Medal of Honor Walkway provides many benefits to
entire Janesville community, including better handicap access, additional electrical
outlets and six new flag poles; and
WHEREAS, the contributions, expertise and spirit of volunteerism of Tom Stehura is in
the finest tradition of "Good Citizenship";
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED By the Common Council of the City of
Janesville, on the 14th day of November 2005 that all Janesville citizens are called
upon to acknowledge and thank Tom Stehura for his work and dedication to Janesville
veterans and residents; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Common Council to express their appreciation
to Tom Stehura for his contributions to the City of Janesville and herby recognize him as
a
"Janesville Good Citizen"
ADOPTED:
November 14, 2005
Motion by: Brunner
Second by: Tim Wellnitz
Councilmember Aye Nay Pass Absent
Brunner X
Brien X
Williams X
Wellnitz, Tim X
Wellnitz, Tom X
DeGarmo X
Addie X
APPROVED:
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Proposed by: Councilmember George Brunner and Council Vice President Tim Wellnitz
Prepared by: Community Information Specialist