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This resolution commends William D. McLeod for his outstanding service as Mayor of Hoffman Estates, Illinois, highlighting his four-decade-long commitment to public service which began as a village trustee in 1980 and continued as mayor since 2001. The resolution recognizes McLeod's significant contributions to the community, including spearheading economic development initiatives like establishing the Economic Development Committee and transforming the former AT&T campus into a $200 million "metroburb" with extensive office, conference, and retail spaces. It also praises his environmental advocacy, including promoting solar and wind energy and signing the U.S. Conference of Mayors' Climate Protection Agreement, as well as his regional leadership through roles in organizations like the Northwest Municipal Conference and the National League of Cities. The resolution further highlights McLeod's personal connection to the community, noting his involvement in local causes, support for neighborhood events, and his roles as a small business owner and civic leader. Beyond his professional achievements, the resolution also mentions his personal life, noting that he is a family man with eight children and twelve grandchildren who enjoys reading, history, walking, and lawn maintenance. The resolution ultimately commends McLeod for his exceptional leadership and transformative contributions to Hoffman Estates and the broader region.

https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=448&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HR&SessionID=114&GA=104