HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinances Book 17, Page 421, No Resolution Number421j
A RESOLUTION IN MEMORY OF ROBERT H. OVERSTREET, FORMER CITY
MANAGER AND OUTSTANDING CIVIC LEADER
WHEREAS it is universally agreed that the measure of a man's
worth is the quality of his life and works; and
WHEREAS Robert H. Overstreet at various periods in his career
served the City of Paducah as City Manager, Urban Renewal Director,
and Smoke Abatement Administrator, and was affectionately known to a
host of friends and admirers as Bob Overstreet, devoted family man,
loyal church member, enthusiastic club worker, and tireless promoter
of countless causes designed to enrich the social, cultural, and
economic life of his fellowmen; and
WHEREAS the hand of death has taken from us this outstanding
civic leader at a .time when he was still actively engaged in promoting
the welfare of the community;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY:'
SECTION 1. That in the death of Robert H. Overstreet a shocking
loss has been sustained by the Paducah community and a genuine sorrow
has invaded the hearts of our people and the members of this Board of
Commissioners.
Our sympathy is extended to members of the family, and our
assurance is given that due to the example he set and the inspiration
he provided Paducah will continue to be a better city because Bob
Overstreet'lived here and worked here during all the years of his life.
SECTION 2. That the adoption of this Resolution'be spread on
the minutes of the meeting and copies hereof be forwarded to the next
of kin.
Mayor