Proclamation Recognizing Longtime Forest Park Employee William Ross

William Ross Proclamation

On March 20, 2023, ​a proclamation was presented by the Honorable Mayor Angelyne Butler, MPA, and Forest Park City Council recognizing longtime city employee William Ross.

WHEREAS: Longtime City of Forest Park employee Mr. William Ross was born on October 9, 1944, in the town of Butler, Alabama, and;

WHEREAS: Mr. Ross was first hired by the city in 1966 and has held several positions within the Public Works Department, including laborer, refuse collector, truck driver and maintenance worker, and;

WHEREAS: For more than five decades, Mr. Ross has played an integral role when it comes to creating, cleaning and installing city signage near local right of ways, as well as helping to maintain streets used by local commuters and pedestrians, and;

WHEREAS:  Mr. Ross currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia, and is a proud husband and father who enjoys fishing, football, wrestling and several other recreational activities, and;

WHEREAS: The City of Forest Park proudly recognizes Mr. Ross, a treasured employee who continues to serve as both a valued team member and beloved colleague. 

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Forest Park City Council hereby celebrates Mr. William Ross and his more than 50 years of incredible service, dedication and commitment to our residents and business community.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have hereunto set our hand on this 20th day of March 2023 and have caused the Official Seal of the great City of Forest Park to be affixed hereto.

 

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