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Proclamation congratulating Mr. Robert E. Miecznikowski upon the occasion of his retirement after 40 years of dedicated service to Allegheny County.
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WHEREAS, in September 2015, Mr. Robert “Bob” Miecznikowski, a lifelong resident of Brackenridge, Pennsylvania, retired from Allegheny County after more than 40 years of dedicated service in the Office of the Treasurer; and
WHEREAS, Bob earned his master’s degree from Duquesne University and began his career on December 6, 1974 in the Allegheny County Treasurer’s Office as a generalist, providing a variety of taxpayer services; and
WHEREAS, Bob was a key participant in the development and implementation of the regulations contained within the Hotel Room Rental Tax Ordinance of Allegheny County. As a supervisor, Bob was placed in charge of issuing licenses for Bingo and Small Games of Chance and handling bankruptcies. Due to his insight and expertise, Bob was promoted to become the first manager of the newly created Special Tax Division, handling the collection of the Alcoholic Beverage Tax, Vehicle Rental Tax, and Hotel Occupancy Tax; and
WHEREAS, the depth of Bob’s knowledge and the breadth of his experience have contributed greatly to the successful functioning of the Allegheny County Treasurer’s Office; and
WHEREAS, in all areas of service, Robert “Bob” Miecznikowski has been an inspiration to others and an example of excellence;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Allegheny County Council, in conjunction with Allegheny County Treasurer John K. Weinstein, hereby wishes to honor and recognize Mr. Robert “Bob” Miecznikowski for his 40 years of dedicated service to the citizens of Allegheny County and to wish him all the best in his future endeavors.