HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions - 1989.09.14 - 17179Miscellaneous Resolution # 89229
BY: GOVERNMENT & TRANSPORTATION COWJITTEE-
Richard G. Skarritt, Chairperson
RE: MEMORIAL TRIBUTE-R. J. ALEXANDER
TO THE OAKLAND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Mr. Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
MEMORIAL TRIBUTE
R. J. ALEXANDER
WHEREAS, to many who have become involved in Oakland County government in
recent years, the name of R. J. Alexander is legendary for his visionary direction
of the County's Public Works Department and his foresight in laying the grounthoork
for Oakland County's growth and development; and
WHEREAS, to those who worked with R.J., the man was larger than the
legend; he was the personification of integrity and dedication to the public he
served as an elected official in Oak Park, an employee of both State and County
governments, and as an appointed representative on both SEMCOG and SETA; and
WHEREAS, we are grateful for the Raymond J. Alexander who served us so
well, but we shall deeply miss our compassionate, jovial friend who has touched
the lives of so many.
NOW, THEREFORE, in Memorial Tribute to R. J. Alexander we spread this
resolution upon the minutes of this meeting of September 14, 1989 as unanimously
presented and adopted by the Oakland County Board of Commissioners and extend
to his wife, Gloria, and family our heartfelt condolences and express to them
our gratitude for sharing with us this remarkable, caring man.
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GOVERNMENT & TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
Moved by Skarritt supported by Richard Kuhn the resolution be adopted.
Moved by Calandro supported by Pernick a unanimous ballot be cast for the resolution.
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the resolution was unanimously adopted.
September 14, 1989