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This resolution congratulates Michael W. Leopold on his retirement as Mayor of the Village of Swansea after 26 years of dedicated public service, highlighting his extensive community involvement and professional achievements. The resolution details Leopold's background, noting he was born in Belleville in 1950, is married to Claire, has four children and four grandchildren, and has worked as a financial advisor at Huntleigh Securities since 1986. Throughout his public service career, Leopold served as a village trustee for 10 years, village treasurer for eight years, and mayor for eight years, during which he supported numerous local projects like the Clinton Hills Conservation Park and Swansea Dog Park. He has been actively involved in multiple community organizations, including the Belleville Rotary Club, Boy Scouts of America, and YMCA of Southwestern Illinois, and has received notable awards such as the Distinguished Citizen Award from the Boy Scouts of America in 2019 and the George Lanxon Award for public service in 2020. The resolution formally congratulates Leopold on his retirement, thanks him for his community service, and resolves to present him with a copy of the resolution as a symbol of esteem and respect.

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