IN THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF JACKSON COUNTY, MISSOURI
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A RESOLUTION dedicating Shelter Number 2 located at Longview Lake in honor of Mike Spieler for his lasting contributions to the residents of Jackson County, Missouri.
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RESOLUTION NO. 22287, June 1, 2026
INTRODUCED BY Manuel Abarca IV, County Legislator
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WHEREAS, the Jackson County Legislature recognizes the importance of honoring individuals whose service, leadership, compassion, and commitment have made a meaningful impact on the community; and,
WHEREAS, Mike Spieler has demonstrated exceptional dedication to the people of Jackson County through his service, advocacy, civic engagement, and commitment to improving the quality of life for residents; and,
WHEREAS, the Jackson County Legislature finds it fitting and appropriate to recognize these contributions through the ceremonial dedication of Shelter Number 2 located at Longview Lake; and,
WHEREAS, Mike spent a majority of his life outdoors, particularly taking a liking to Jackson County, MO parks; and,
WHEREAS, as a championed athlete himself and graduate from Ruskin High School, Mike turned his passion for sports into coaching for a majority of his life leading baseball, flag football, and playing recreationally himself throughout his life; and,
WHEREAS, thankfully, his beloved wife and high school sweetheart, Tammy supported Mike's passion with their children Stephen and Amanda in tow, they watched and even played on Mike's teams; and,
WHEREAS, as a coach, he inspired hundreds of kids to use sports to cure life's frustrations and led multiple teams to championships through the South KC YMCA youth sports programs, playing in City and County parks alike giving most of his weekends to youth athletic programs; and,
WHEREAS, on the rare occasion that Mike took a moment to himself, you could find him fishing and boating on Longview Lake or playing softball with the Kansas City Metro Softball League; and,
WHEREAS, fiercely co...
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