RESOLUTION NO. 070549

Honoring Laura Snapp and extending to her their appreciation, gratitude and respect for his work on behalf of Mayor Barnes and the City of Kansas City, Missouri.

WHEREAS, Laura Huggins Snapp has served as Mayor Barnes bodyguard since the Spring of 1999, shortly after the Mayor was elected; and

WHEREAS, Laura has been with Mayor Barnes almost every day, spending countless hours with her and always providing a great measure of safety and protection. In that time, Laura has not only served as driver and guard, but as friend and dedicated public servant, particularly during long hours spent in Jefferson City; and

WHEREAS, Officer Snapps commitment to her job and devotion to the Mayor are readily apparent. Laura is not only a respected police officer, but a good friend, valued staff member and capable practical joker. (Sometimes, Lauras was the only smiling face one would see at work, and she made even the crankiest person feel happy.) Through her work, Officer Snapp has allowed the Mayor a sense not only of security, but security tempered with warmth and caring; and

WHEREAS, Laura Snapp has made significant contributions to the City through her work for Mayor Barnes, and she has given an enormous amount of support, kindness and laughter to the people in the Mayors office. Laura Snapp is beloved by everyone on the 29th floor of City Hall; NOW, THEREFORE,

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF KANSAS CITY:

That the Mayor and Council do hereby honor Laura Snapp and extend to her their appreciation, gratitude and respect for his work on behalf of Mayor Barnes and 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 Laura Snapp with appropriate recognition and appreciation.

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