RESOLUTION NO. 160940
Honoring and acknowledging Mr.
Eric Bosch for his achievement of being named AIA KC “Architect of the Year”
and for his years of dedicated service to the City of Kansas City, Missouri.
WHEREAS, Mr.
Eric Bosch was nominated for the 2016 AIA KC “Architect of the Year” award and
was selected for the award by the AIA Board of Directors. This award
recognizes Eric for his contributions and service to the profession and the
community in his role as the City Architect of Kansas City, Missouri. Eric was
presented the award on December 6, 2016, in front of the AIA membership; and
WHEREAS, Eric’s
achievements include advancement and preservation of the architectural makeup
of one of this nation’s greatest cities, thereby improving the livability
standards of its residents; and
WHEREAS, his
life’s work is to leave a legacy to the citizens of Kansas City in the form of
structures, buildings, and works of art. As a leader in the community, his
vision influences and educates others; and
WHEREAS, Eric
dedicates himself to providing the highest level of service to his internal
government clients and manages a portfolio of services through the General
Services Department - Architectural Division and ensures that the City is implementing
design to improve livability, aesthetics, accessibility, and sustainability of
the City’s built environment. He is a collaborative
professional with significant experience understanding, relating, and working
across divisions, facilities, and employees, as well as with the Mayor, City
Council, City Manager, and outside agencies; and
WHEREAS, Eric
has ensured the historic preservation of the City’s cultural assets by ensuring
the design of renovations that incorporate long-lasting materials and
best-in-class construction methods. He has established preventative
maintenance programs in an effort to leave a legacy of preservation and
stewardship, as well as protect the many facilities owned and maintained by the
City of Kansas City, Missouri; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE COUNCIL OF KANSAS CITY:
That the Mayor
and Council hereby honor and congratulate Mr. Eric Bosch for his commendable
service to the City of Kansas City, Missouri; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that this Resolution be spread upon the Minutes of the Council in
testimony thereof and that a copy hereof be presented to Mr. Eric Bosch in
token of the appreciation of the Mayor and Council for his many years of
dedicated service and of their best wishes for all the years to come.
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