Phillip Bailey was recognized by the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors in June 2023.

By the initiative of Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson and Supervisor Peter Burgelis, some forty individuals and organizations were recognized by the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors and presented citations in a special meeting on June 22, 2023. "Today, we recommit Milwaukee County to supporting and uplifting the LGBTQ+ community, celebrating those who make a substantial positive impact on the LGBTQ+ community in Milwaukee County," Supervisor Burgelis stated. "Today we are making up for lost time. We have dozens of people to recognize, not because so much has been done in the past year, but because decades and even years ago, there was little to no recognition of the LGBTQ+ community. I am thankful to work with a Chairperson who enables our County Board to honor these well-deserving individuals."

Recognitions were made in the categories of "Community Leaders and Activists," "Government Leaders," "Business and Cultural Leaders," and "Health and Wellness Leaders". Bailey's citation (largely self-written) read as follows:

• WHEREAS, Phillip Bailey dedicated his time to project management for major corporations at an early age, later embracing advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights; and
• WHEREAS, Phillip Bailey has a bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts from the Savannah College of Art and Design; and
• WHEREAS, Phillip Bailey moved to Wisconsin in 2006, with an established career as a professional realtor upon his eventual relocation to Glendale in 2018; and
• WHEREAS, Phillip Bailey worked with Glendale's mayor and common council to unanimously adopt the Glendale Pride Month Recognition Proclamation, wherein the City of Glendale acknowledges and appreciates the valuable contributions of members of the LGBTQ+ community; and
• WHEREAS, Phillip Bailey has served as Director of Strategic Initiatives for the Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce since 2018, overseeing key programs such as the Business Leadership Academy, as well as contributing to the creation of the inaugural Entrepreneurship Bootcamp; and
• WHEREAS, Phillip Bailey was elected Alderperson for Glendale's 4th District in April 2022, ensuring that all voices in Glendale are heard; and
• WHEREAS, Phillip Bailey is recognized for his committed work advancing LGBTQ+ rights; and
• WHEREAS, Phillip Bailey has made a significant positive impact on numerous LGBTQ+ individuals, children, and families throughout Milwaukee County; now, therefore,
• BE IT RESOLVED, the members of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors, on the motion of Supervisor Peter Burgelis, along with Supervisors Deanna Alexander, Ryan Clancy, Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones, Willie Johnson, Jr., Felesia A. Martin, Juan Miguel Martinez, Shawn Rolland, Steven Shea, Anthony Staskunas, Liz Sumner, Sequanna Taylor, Steve F. Taylor, Kathleen Vincent, Sheldon A. Wasserman, and Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson do hereby commend Phillip Bailey for his dedicated efforts and contributions to the community, and wish him prosperity, happiness, and continued success in all his personal and professional endeavors.