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To recognize and commend Commander William R. Mattei for his 35 years of distinguished service to the City of Columbus on the occasion of his retirement from the Columbus Division of Police January 11, 2008.
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WHEREAS, Commander William R. Mattei entered the Police Training Academy December 3, 1972 and was assigned to patrol in May, 1973; and
WHEREAS, Commander Mattei worked his way up through the ranks during his distinguished career, being promoted to Sergeant in 1978, Lieutenant in 1981 and then Commander in 1995; and
WHEREAS, Commander Mattei, over the course of 35 years, worked Patrol, in the Detective Bureau, the Professional Standards Bureau, and Internal Affairs before retiring as Commander, Patrol Zone 3; and
WHEREAS, Commander Mattei received numerous honors and awards in recognition of is exceptional service to the citizens of Columbus, including a Chief's Letter for work on a kidnapping and attempted rape case, a Special Commendation related to solving an armed robbery, a second Chief's letter for a burglary investigation, a second Special Commendation for crime scene investigation and a Medal of Merit; and
WHEREAS, in 2002, Commander Mattei received the City Council Outstanding Officer Award, recognizing his 30 years of service and dedication to preserving the safety of Columbus residents; and
WHEREAS, Commander Mattei retired January 11, 2008 after 35 years of commendable service to the citizens of Columbus with the Columbus Division of Police; now; therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That this council, with the enthusiastic concurrence of Mayor Michael B. Coleman, does hereby recognize, commend and thank Commander William R. Mattei for his 35 years of distinguished service to the City of Columbus on the occasion of his retirement from the Columbus Division of Police January 11, 2008.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be presented to Commander Mattei du...
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