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To recognize and honor Melvin Ross for his 30 years of exceptional service to the State of Ohio.
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WHEREAS, Melvin Ross retired from the State of Ohio September 29, 2009 after 30 years of dedicated service to the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Ross dutifully served in the capacity of Food Service Coordinator at the Southeastern Correctional Institution (SCI) for the entirety of his career; and
WHEREAS, prior to his employment with the State, he served his country as an United States Marine in the Vietnam War where he fought in the Tet Offensive and received a Purple Heart; and
WHEREAS, after his honorable discharge from the military, Mr. Ross returned home and pursued a culinary arts degree which translated to his employment at SCI; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Ross worked diligently to provide nutritionally balanced meals, maintaining proper portion control, while staying within the confines of challenging budget constraints; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Ross was instrumental in ensuring quality food service delivery and his kitchen was consistently recognized for cleanliness and order; and
WHEREAS, he received many accolades and citations from the Warden over the years, including recognition of his perfect attendance and as the Employee of the Year; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Ross set high standards for himself, not just because of his strong work ethic and commitment to his chosen profession, but to be a positive influence on the inmates with whom he worked and to mentor the employees who he supervised; and
WHEREAS, he was an inspiration to the men and women who were incarcerated, and his tireless dedication and caring spirit impacted many of their lives long after their release; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That this Council does hereby recognize and honor Melvin Ross for his 30 years of exceptional service to the State of Ohio, and wishes him well in his retirem...
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