Item 3B. Special Matters: Resolution of Appreciation in Memory of Adam Burns
Superintendent's Recommendation:
MOTION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-10; A RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION IN MEMORY OF ADAM BURNS FOR HIS YEARS OF SERVICE AND CONTRIBUTIONS TO THREE RIVERS PARK DISTRICT.
Prepared By: Josh Bowe, Senior Manager of Engineering
Background:
Adam Burns, our Senior Engineering Technician, passed away on April 23, 2025, following a courageous battle with cancer. Adam was a member of the Design Department for more than 13 years, starting April 2, 2012.
Adam started his Park District career as an Engineering Technician and was promoted to Senior Engineering Technician in November 2017. Adam was responsible for leading pavement preventative maintenance projects, locating utilities, managing GIS data, and providing surveying services. These many responsibilities allowed Adam to work with nearly every department in the Park District, as well as contractors and consulting engineers. Adam thrived in this environment with his natural ability to build relationships. He connected with many people, provided great service, and continually showed a willingness to help others. Adam served as the public face of the Design Department and interacted with the public during many construction projects. He was always courteous and willing to answer any questions Park users had. Adam’s willingness to help others was recently displayed when a trail user sent a note to the Park District’s General Help commending Adam for helping him fix his bike, as he was many miles from his vehicle. Adam’s hard work and dedication was recognized when he received the Employee Excellence Award in 2018.
Adam will be missed by the Design staff and everyone else at the Park District who had the pleasure of spending time with him.
The attached Resolution of Appreciation is being presented for Board consideration, recognizing Adam’s service to the Park District.
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