Churchville attorney recognized for half-century of service to village
The Village of Churchville has struck gold with its village attorney, Jim Fitzsimmons, who has served the village, the mayor, and the Board of Trustees for 50 continuous years in that capacity.
Village Board members recently recognized and celebrated his half-century of service with a resolution passed during their December 10 regular meeting.
“James B. Fitzsimmons, Esq., has attended over 600 regular and special board meetings,” the resolution states, “… prepared legal contracts and opinions, provided services in connection with the acquisition of easements and title to real property, prepared local laws, ordinances and resolutions … represented the village in court proceedings … (and) has shown the utmost dedication to the community of the Village of Churchville.”
The resolution also states Fitzsimmons has, “… maintained the highest standard of ethical conduct,” as village attorney.
The board room of the Village Hall has been named “The James B. Fitzsimmons Board Room” in his honor and a parking space has also been designated in his name at the Village Hall.
Village officials emphasize that Fitz-simmons is not retiring and that the village is “celebrating and appreciating him for 50 years of service.” Part of the celebration included a dinner held November 20 at Agatina’s Restaurant.