ADOPTED - JANUARY 3, 2007

Agenda Item No. 5

Introduced by the:

INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

RESOLUTION HONORING KAREN REIDSMA

RESOLUTION #07-001

WHEREAS, Karen Reidsma began her career with Ingham County in June 1982 as Child Welfare Worker for the Ingham County Probate Court, currently known as Circuit Court, Family Division; and

WHEREAS, in October 1989 her title changed to Juvenile Court Officer; and

WHEREAS, in September 1999 she was promoted to the position of Senior Juvenile Court Officer; and,

WHEREAS, for more than 24 years she has been dedicated to human services serving both in the delinquency and neglect divisions of the court finishing her career serving youth that required specialized treatment; and

WHEREAS, in addition to her dedication and commitment to serve the public, Karen brought a sense of caring and compassion for those whom she helped; and

WHEREAS, Karen Reidsma has given the Ingham County Circuit Court, Family Division and the residents of Ingham County over 24 years of quality service; and

WHEREAS, she will now have time to vacation freely and enjoy her many other interests and her family.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors Karen Reidsma for her many years of dedicated service to the County of Ingham and for the contributions she has made to the Circuit Court, Family Division.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board wishes her continued success in all of her future endeavors.