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Proclamation in Recognition of John Anderson
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Whereas John Anderson served as the Executive Director of the Rochester Avon Recreation Authority (RARA) for 19 years; and
Whereas, under his excellent leadership, RARA expanded from one shared office and two dance rooms to four dance rooms, one preschool room, five offices and a welcome area; and
Whereas, John has always been able to interact with a variety of individuals, and greatly improved the working relationship with Rochester, Rochester Hills, the Rochester Youth Soccer League, Rochester Redskins Football, North Oakland Baseball Federation and the Rochester Hills Little League; and
Whereas, John formed the adult soccer league, which has expanded to five leagues, and he is very proud of the creation of SCAMP, the day camp for special needs participants; and
Whereas, John and his wife Carol both retired on February 24, 2011 and have wonderful plans for traveling, enjoying their grandchildren and their condo in northern Michigan.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved, that the Mayor and City Council of Rochester Hills, hereby recognize and congratulate John Anderson on the occasion of his retirement as Executive Director of RARA.