Bill Brimm is saluted by Village President Elliott Hartstein
It was his last Village Board meeting.
And it was a nice send off for a village official who worked relentlessly on behalf of the village for 32 years.
As written here and said by so many people from not only throughout the village, but throughout the entire Chicago area, it marks the end of an era of not just professionalism, but classy professionalism.
The board room was filled with residents, village employees and well wishers in general who paid tribute to Brimm and the accomplishments he brought to the village. Granted, many were there for the citizens' fire academy recognition, but that did not preclude everyone from giving Brimm a standing ovation after Village Board President read a resolution citing Brimm's many accomplishments.
A capacity crowd at Monday's Board meeting.
A capacity crowd at Monday's Board meeting.Despite what the uninformed and arrogant may say, the village is in outstanding financial shape because of Brimm, whose village career started as finance director, and the work he did.
Yes, it is unfortunate that there are some detractors whose ignorance and arrogance was directed at Brimm -- but that's for another blog.
This one focuses on one of the good guys in municipal government. As the search continues and presumably heads toward its final stages, Brimm's career will mark a continuance of excellence in the Village Manager's office and no one can take that away from him or the village.
It was Brimm's day. It was his day to be recognized and honored for his accomplishments on behalf of Buffalo Grove.
Perfect? I'd say so. Not only was Brimm honored and recognized -- but his beloved Cubs won.
A perfect day indeed.
So how do you say thanks to someone who put he "CL" in class? More thank yous? More reflections.
How about quoting the late Edward R. Morrow would say -- Good Night and Good Luck.
And once again, thanks.
And once again, thanks.
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