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Resolution No. 16 (2024)
RESOLUTION HONORING DEPUTY KAITLIN LEISING
COVER MEMO
TO: County Board of Supervisors
FROM: Ken Witt, County Administrator
DATE: May 7, 2024
AGENDA ITEM: Resolution Honoring Deputy Kaitlin Leising
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Resolution No. 16 (2024)
RESOLUTION HONORING DEPUTY KAITLIN LEISING
1 WHEREAS, the St. Croix County Sheriff’s Office suffered an irreparable loss with the
2 tragic shooting death of Deputy Kaitlin Leising on May 6, 2023; and
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4 WHEREAS, Deputy Kaitlin Leising was a dedicated and courageous member of the law
5 enforcement community, who served with distinction and honor; and
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7 WHEREAS, Deputy Kaitlin Leising exemplified the highest ideals of public service,
8 demonstrating unwavering commitment to protecting and serving the residents of St. Croix
9 County; and
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11 WHEREAS, Deputy Kaitlin Leising's selfless devotion to duty, professionalism, and
12 compassion touched the lives of countless individuals within the community she served; and
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14 WHEREAS, Deputy Kaitlin Leising's sacrifice serves as a solemn reminder of the
15 dangers faced by law enforcement officers every day in the line of duty, and underscores the
16 importance of supporting and honoring those who risk their lives to keep our communities safe;
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19 WHEREAS, Deputy Kaitlin Leising will forever be remembered for her bravery,
20 integrity, and the positive impact she made on the lives of others.
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22 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the St. Croix County Board of
23 Supervisors, on this solemn occasion, that:
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25 The St. Croix County Board of Supervisors extends its deepest condolences to the family,
26 friends, and colleagues of Deputy Kaitlin Leising, and expresses profound gratitude for her
27 dedicated service to the St. Croix County Sheriff’s Office and the community at large.
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29 The St. Croix County Board of Supervisors honors the memory of Deputy Kaitlin Leising
30 and pays tribute to her exemplary service, courage, and sacrifice.
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32 The St. Croix County Board of Supervisors encourages all residents to take a moment to
33 reflect on Deputy Kaitlin Leising's legacy of service and to express gratitude for the brave men
34 and women who serve in law enforcement agencies across the nation.
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36 The St. Croix County Board of Supervisors pledges its continued support to the St. Croix
37 County Sheriff’s Office and reaffirms its commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of all
38 members of the law enforcement community.
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40 A copy of this resolution shall be presented to the family of Deputy Kaitlin Leising as a
41 token of the St. Croix County Board of Supervisors deepest sympathies and utmost respect.
Legal – Fiscal – Administrative Approvals:
Legal Note:
Fiscal Impact: No fiscal impact.
05/02/24 Public Protection & Judiciary Committee RECOMMENDED
RESULT: RECOMMENDED \[UNANIMOUS\]
MOVER: Mark Carlson, Supervisor
SECONDER: Cathy Leaf, Supervisor
AYES: Cathy Leaf, Bob Feidler, Mark Carlson, Tim Ramberg
ABSENT: Paul Adams
Vote Confirmation.
St. Croix County Board of Supervisors Action:
Roll Call - Vote Requirement – Majority of Supervisors Present
RESULT: ADOPTED \[UNANIMOUS\]
MOVER: Bob Feidler, Vice-Chair
SECONDER: Cathy Leaf, Supervisor
AYES: Lind, Anderson, Long, Leaf, Reis, Adams, Berning, Feidler, Ostness, Counter,
Hansen, Sherley, Tellijohn, Barcalow, Swanepoel, VanSomeren, Ramberg
EXCUSED: Richard Ottino, Mark Carlson
This Resolution was Adopted by the St. Croix County Board of Supervisors on May 7, 2024
Christine Hines, County Clerk