2010-29Resolution 2010 — 29
A RESOLUTION COMMENDING PARK DISTRICT COMMISSIONER MARTHA WEISS
FOR SERVICE TO THE BUFFALO GROVE PARK DISTRICT, 1988 -2010
WHEREAS, Martha Weiss was appointed to fill a vacated Park District Commissioner
position in March, 1988; and
WHEREAS, Commissioner Weiss was re- elected in 1991, 1995, 1999, 2003 and 2007
and served as Park Board President during the years 1992, 1993, 1994, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003,
2004, 2008, 2009; and
WHEREAS, during her tenure on the Board, the Park District expanded and enriched
programs in a variety of areas including expanded senior programs, enhanced youth programs,
expanded facility spaces, and increased green space; and
WHEREAS, during Commissioner Weiss' tenure, the Park District constructed the
Buffalo Grove Fitness Center, Spray N' Play, Inline Skating Rink, expansion at the Raupp
Museum, the Happy Trails Dog Park, and more; and
WHEREAS, in 2001, Commissioner Weiss was honored by the Illinois Association of
Park Districts with the Michael Cassidy Commissioner Community Service Award for
demonstrating the highest example of community service, personal integrity and ingenuity; and
WHEREAS, Commissioner Weiss has served as the Park Board liaison to the Friends of
the Parks Foundation since its inception in 1994 which is dedicated to supporting the park
district in the development and enhancements of its services, facilities and planning; and
WHEREAS, Commissioner Weiss has served the Park District and the Buffalo Grove
community with integrity, character and professionalism for more than twenty -two years.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the President and Board of Trustees of the
Village of Buffalo Grove, Cook and Lake Counties, Illinois, that Martha Weiss is hereby
honored for her dedication, service and her commitment to improving the quality of life in
Buffalo Grove. We wish Martha Weiss great happiness and continued success.
Approved this 301h day of August 2010.
Approved:
Village President
Attest:
Village Clerk