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Proclamation recognizing Sharpsburg Borough Manager William Rossey for being awarded the 2019 Governor’s Award for Local Government of Excellence.
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WHEREAS, every year, one week in April is designated as “Local Government Week” by the PA Legislature to honor and recognize the hard work and dedication of Pennsylvania’s local officials and encourage citizens to learn more about local government; and
WHEREAS, during this week, the Governor’s Center for Local Government Services presents the Governors Awards for Local Government Excellence which recognizes local officials for their unwavering commitment in bringing initiatives that improve their community and residents experience; and
WHEREAS, the 2019 Governor’s Award for Local Government Excellence was awarded to Sharpsburg Borough Manager, William Rossey; and
WHEREAS, as Sharpsburg Borough Manager since 2015, Mr. Rossey constantly displays unwavering commitment towards the borough, and with continuous determination he has been able to make improvements on infrastructure that enhances the quality of life for the 3,357 residents; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Rossey, through his dedication, helped make the following notable projects and achievements possible: acquired over 5.8 million dollars in grants for the borough; updated the borough’s accounting/finance system and improved office procedures; hired Town Center Associates - business district improvement and revitalizations; held taxes steady while increasing services through trimming the budget; the borough was named a banner community every year with him as manager; significant improvements were made to all the boroughs parks; assisted the police department in acquiring new cars, tasers, rifles, computer equipment and e-citation software in their vehicles; instrumental in adding a K-9 unit to the police department; and assisted with negotiations and details as the borough shut down their water plant and joined a municipal water authority; and
WHEREAS, even though a nonresident of Sharpsburg Borough, Mr. Rossey understands the importance of establishing a strong community base and he is committed to attending all community functions, which is something that is beyond what his position calls;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that I, Allegheny County Council Member Anita Prizio, do hereby recognize Sharpsburg Borough Manager William Rossey for being awarded the 2019 Governor’s Award for Local Government of Excellence, and I thank him for his unwavering dedication towards Sharpsburg Borough and its residents.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto caused the Seal of the County of Allegheny to be affixed this 23rd day of April 2019.