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This resolution mourns the death of Park Forest Police Officer Tim Jones, commemorating his extraordinary service and resilience after being critically wounded in the line of duty in March 2016. The document details Officer Jones' profound impact on the community, highlighting his deep sense of duty as a second-generation police officer who joined the Park Forest Police Department in June 2015. Despite sustaining life-threatening injuries during an arrest, Jones inspired a community-wide "Tim Strong" movement characterized by blue porch lights, fundraisers, and messages of support, and remained an honorary officer deeply connected to the department and community. In 2018, the Village of Park Forest honored him by dedicating a section of Lakewood Boulevard as "Honorary Officer Tim Jones Way", recognizing his extraordinary courage and embodiment of public service. The resolution officially mourns his passing, extends condolences to his family and loved ones, and resolves to present a copy of the resolution to his family as a gesture of sympathy, emphasizing Jones' lasting legacy of bravery, resilience, and community solidarity.

https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=584&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HR&SessionID=114&GA=104