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To honor and recognize Commissioner Richard Talbott for his service to the University Area Commission and thank him for his support and commitment to the Columbus community.
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WHEREAS, Richard Talbott has served on the University Area Commission (UAC) for eighteen years representing the University District business community; and
WHEREAS, Commissioner Talbott serves as a mentor to his fellow commissioners on the UAC Zoning Committee and Code & Environment Committee; helping bridge the gap between residents and business owners to build a better community; and
WHEREAS, Commissioner Talbott served on the University District Safety Committee and contributed to the development of the University District High Street Plan; and
WHEREAS, Commissioner Talbott has supported several positive projects in the University District including one to keep houses of worship free from graffiti; and
WHEREAS, Commissioner Talbott was instrumental in the development and passage of legislation related to University District Zoning Overlays for the Impact area; Aggressive Panhanding; Graffiti; and Handbill Legislation, helping to improve the quality of life for those living in the City of Columbus.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That we do hereby honor and recognize Commissioner Richard Talbott for his ongoing service to the University Area Commission and thank him for his support and commitment to the Columbus community.