2002-16RESOLUTION NO. 2002 -16
A Resolution Honoring William R. Balling For 25 Years of Service
As Village Manager In Buffalo Grove
WHEREAS, William R. Balling was appointed Village Manager on April 4, 1977; and
WHEREAS, Bill has served as a prominent leader in the community for 25 years, the longest tenure to date
for the Village Manager in Buffalo Grove and one of the longest tenure for a Village Manager in any one
community; and
WHEREAS, during that period of time, Bill provided his expertise, leadership, and quality managerial skills
and worked with the Village Board, staff, and community to transform Buffalo Grove from a small, rural community
into a vibrant suburb; and
WHEREAS, during his tenure, Bill was actively involved in the development of a quality work force, and the
implementation of local and regional systems including the water utilities, solid waste, communications and
information technology; and
WHEREAS, Bill has gone above and beyond in his service to the community through a myriad of activities
including serving for approximately nineteen years for the Buffalo Grove Rotary Club; and
WHEREAS, Bill maintains the highest level of ethical standards and has been recognized by his colleagues
for the Illinois City /County Management Association Special Services Award for Regional Governance, and
numerous other recognition's by local, regional, and national professional associations; and
WHEREAS, the community and region are indebted to Bill for his ongoing professionalism, dedication, and
leadership in carrying out all that he has done.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Buffalo
Grove, Cook and Lake Counties, Illinois, as follows:
1. William R. Balling is hereby honored for his countless contributions, his dedication and service to the
Village of Buffalo Grove, and
2. This resolution shall be placed on the Public Record of the Village of Buffalo Grove as a lasting
reminder of Bill's hard work and dedication to the Village.
AYES: 5 - Braiman. Glover, Berman Kahn Trilling
NAYS: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Johnson
PASSED: Agri l 15 2002 APPROVED: Anri l 15 2002
Approved:
Attest: Village President
Villa Jerk