Mourning the death of Warren J. Pohorely, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Pete Harckham

Ceremonial memorial resolution honoring Warren J. Pohorely, expressing condolences and commemorating his community contributions; no policy changes or funding involved.

REFERRED TO FINANCE

Summary of Bill J 1271: Mourning the death of Warren J. Pohorely

Overview

Bill J 1271 is a memorial or ceremonial resolution introduced on September 26, 2025 and currently referred to the Finance Committee. The bill is classified as a resolution. Its primary purpose is to honor and mourn the death of Warren J. Pohorely, described as a distinguished citizen and devoted community member. The primary sponsor is Pete Harckham.

Purpose and Intent

To formally express condolences and pay tribute to Warren J. Pohorely.

To recognize Pohorely’s contributions as a respected member of his community.

To provide ceremonial acknowledgment within the record of the legislative body.

Key Provisions (as a memorial resolution)

The resolution would memorialize Warren J. Pohorely and outline his standing as a notable community figure.

It would publicly commemorate his life, character, and service.

It would place the sentiments of the body on the record and reflect the legislature’s sympathy to Pohorely’s family, friends, and community.

As a memorial/ceremonial measure, it would also designate appropriate ceremonial or commemorative actions consistent with legislative practice (such as transmission of the resolution to family or inclusion in the official journal/record).

Affected Parties

Warren J. Pohorely (the individual being memorialized).

Pohorely’s family, friends, and community members who recognize his contributions.

The legislative body and its members, who would participate in and endorse the memorialization.

The sponsor, Pete Harckham (primary).

Procedural and Timeline Details

Introduced: September 26, 2025.

Status: Referred to the Finance Committee (listed twice in the actions, indicating a standard referral).

Legislative action: The bill has not advanced beyond referral in the provided record; no further session timeline is indicated.

Fiscal Impact

As a ceremonial resolution, there is typically no new funding authority or substantive fiscal impact.

Any minor printing or administrative costs would be incidental and not tied to new programs or obligations.

Additional Notes

This bill functions as a formal, symbolic tribute rather than a policy change or appropriation.

It serves to acknowledge the deceased’s impact on the community and preserve their memory in the legislative record.

Overall, Bill J 1271 is a ceremonial memorial recognizing Warren J. Pohorely and expressing condolences, without altering laws or creating new programs.