IN THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF JACKSON COUNTY, MISSOURI
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A RESOLUTION recognizing State Representative Ray Salva for his impeccable service as an effective advocate for the betterment of our community and its citizens.
Intro
RESOLUTION # 15958, July 10, 2006
INTRODUCED BY Henry C. Rizzo, Dennis Waits, and Fred Arbanas, County Legislators
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WHEREAS, since his election to the Missouri General Assembly in 2002, Representative Ray Salva has been instrumental in sponsoring and advocating legislation in the areas of veterans rights , labor issues, banking, charitable and civic organizations, care for the elderly, and many others; and;
WHEREAS, Representative Salva has worked vigorously to assist disabled individuals, including veterans, in attaining forgotten disability benefits and blind pension fund benefits; and,
WHEREAS, he has been a champion of rights in labor issues by defending workers' rights and insisting on workplace safety; and,
WHEREAS, Representative Salva co-sponsored and worked diligently for the passage of a law relieving cities and villages of liability during festivals and fairs which proved to be a key component of financial assistance and afforded these communities the opportunity to continue community events; and,
WHEREAS, Representative Salva sponsored legislation that was signed into law extending the enterprise zone of the City of Independence to include a satellite zone in the City of Sugar Creek, which is a vital tool for Sugar Creek in enhancing economic development, creating new jobs, and generating of revenue; and,
WHEREAS, Representative Salva's Bill 1952, passed into law, prohibits industrial loan companies and industrial banks from doing business in Missouri thereby protecting local banks from unfair practices and potential closure; and,
WHEREAS, Representative Salva sponsored legislation granting a state sales tax exemption for sales made to or by charitable and civic organizations such as VFW, American Legion, Elks Lodge, Moose Lodge, Optimist Clubs and others, allowing the state sales tax revenues to remain in the local communities to be used on community projects; and,
WHEREAS, Representative Salva's House Bill 219 was passed into law naming the State Archive reading room the Alex M. Petrovic Reading Room to honor Mr. Petrovic for spearheading Missouri's initiative as the first state to create a historical archive; and,
WHEREAS, Representative Salva has been recognized by others for his hard work, expertise, and dedication, having been chosen to represent the House Democrats at the Workers' Compensation panel, and receiving honors from the VFW and other charitable organizations, the Top Legislator award for Outstanding Achievement in Government from the Missouri State Elks organization, and the Outstanding Missouri State Legislator award from the Missouri Associate Circuit Court and Probate Judges; and,
WHEREAS, in addition to his legislative success, Representative Salva continues to work tirelessly in the community by assisting the elderly in prescription drug and medical problem solving, helping low income constituents with obtaining utility assistance, assisting constituents with Missouri Department of Family Services issues, and working with Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA); and,
WHEREAS, Representative Salva's contributions to our community, as a legislator and a citizen, demonstrate his commitment and skill in furthering the well-being of the citizens of Jackson County and the State of Missouri; now therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED by the County Legislature of Jackson County, Missouri, that the Legislature commends Representative Ray Salva for his legislative success and extends sincere appreciation for sharing his undying motivation and expertise to the betterment of our community.
Enacted and Approved
Effective Date: This Resolution shall be effective immediately upon its passage by a majority of the Legislature.
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Chief Deputy County Counselor County Counselor
Certificate of Passage
I hereby certify that the attached resolution, Resolution # 15958 of July 10, 2006 was duly passed on ___________July 10________________, 2006 by the Jackson County Legislature. The votes thereon were as follows:
Yeas ________9_________ Nays ______0________
Abstaining ______0_______ Absent ______0______
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Date Mary Jo Spino, Clerk of Legislature