ICORPORATED LT)
Proclamation of the
City of Foster City, California
Honoring the Life and Service of Dennis Kay
WHEREAS, Dennis Kay was born on February 18, 1942 in Detroit, Michigan. After receiving a degree in Restaurant Management, he worked in the restaurant industry in California for over 30 years before retiring; and HEREAS, Dennis and his wife, Sandra moved to Foster City in November of 1974, where they raise heir three children, Allison, Heather, and Matt. He was also a proud grandfather to four boys, Lorenz, Ower Roman, and Jack; and
WHEREAS, Dennis and Sandra loved symphony and jazz music. They would travel to New Orleans for the Jazz Festival every year. They also loved cars, and became members of the Santa Clara Valley Classic Thunderbirds Club in 1993; and
WHEREAS, Dennis Kay had a passion for volunteering. He was involved in many programs such as the Jewish Big Brothers of Los Angeles, where he was a "Big Brother" for over 60 years, the Peninsula Conflict Resolution Center, and the San Mateo County Grand Jury; and WHEREAS, Dennis Kay had received many recognitions for his volunteer work over the years, such as a Certificate of Appreciation from the San Mateo County Superior Court Small Claims Mediation Program in 2001, and a commendation from the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors in 2002 for his work with the Mediation Services of San Mateo County; and
WHEREAS, Dennis Kay became an Emergency Services Volunteer for the Foster City Police Department on March 16, 1994, helping with community events such as the 4th of July, the Arts and Wine Festival, Halloween Safe Streets, concerts in the park, and the Police Department Open House, where he loved to showcase his 1933 Chevrolet decorated as an old Police Car; and
WHEREAS, Dennis Kay also served as a Ham Radio Operator, helping with communications during emergencies it the police radio system went down. He also spent his weekends in Foster City assisting the Police Department with the real estate sign program; and
WHEREAS, in 1997, Dennis Kay received a Certificate of Recognition from the Foster City Police Chief for his volunteer work; and
WHEREAS, the Foster City Community will remember Dennis Kay for his generous contributions, devotion as a volunteer, and for truly embodying the spirit of service, commitment, and selflessness.
NOW THEREFORE, 1, STACY JIMENEZ, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF FOSTER CITY, ON BEHALF OF THE CITY COUNCIL, do hereby recognize Dennis Kay for his extraordinary volunteer service with the Foster City Police Department, willingness to serve, and unwavering dedication to serving the Foster City community for over 30 years.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand
and have caused the official seal of the City of Foster City to be affixed this 5th day of May, two thousand twenty-five, A.D.
STACY JIMENEZ, MAYOR