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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