Cleveland City Council to Recognize the Life of John C. “Pops” Turek

Cleveland City Council is preparing to formally recognize the life and memory of local resident John C. “Pops” Turek. Through the introduction of Resolution 836-2026, the Council intends to offer a collective expression of condolence to Mr. Turek’s family and community.

What's in the file

The record is a ceremonial resolution filed to honor the passing of John C. “Pops” Turek. As a ceremonial measure, it serves as an official city recognition of his life rather than a piece of legislation that changes local laws or allocates city funds.

According to local obituary records, Mr. Turek was a Cleveland native. John Turek Obituary (1939 - 2026) - Cleveland, OH - Cleveland.com.

Status and timeline

  1. July 13, 2026: The resolution was introduced to the City Council.
  2. September 28, 2026: Related records indicate the resolution was included in the agenda for a session involving special resolutions and a moment of silence.

Residents can verify these details by reviewing the official city records for Resolution 836-2026.

Source record

File
836-2026
Type
Ceremonial Resolution
Status
Agenda Ready
Committee
City Council
Introduced
July 12, 2026

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