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File #: 0241X-2023    Version: 1
Type: Ceremonial Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 12/4/2023 In control: Bankston
On agenda: 12/11/2023 Final action: 12/14/2023
Title: To Recognize and Celebrate the Grand Opening of Bakaro International Grocery
Sponsors: Nicholas Bankston, Lourdes Barroso De Padilla, Mitchell Brown, Rob Dorans, Shayla Favor, Emmanuel V. Remy, Shannon G. Hardin

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To Recognize and Celebrate the Grand Opening of Bakaro International Grocery

 

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WHEREAS, Bakaro International Grocery is dedicated to providing the community with easy access to a wide range of cultural foods, focusing on East African and West African cuisine; and

 

WHEREAS, their commitment to offering Halal food ensures that the Muslim community can find essential ingredients, especially during Ramadan; and

 

WHEREAS, Bakaro International Grocery aims to celebrate and promote cultural diversity, and break food insecurity by ensuring accessibility to culturally significant, authentic East African and West African foods; and

 

WHEREAS, Bakaro International Grocery’s goal is to contribute to the community's well-being by addressing food insecurity through the availability of essential ingredients; and

 

WHEREAS, Bakaro International Grocery aims to build sustainable partnerships with local suppliers and producers to support community-driven initiatives; while also exploring opportunities for potential investors and stakeholders to contribute to their mission and grow together; and

 

WHEREAS, they are committed to engaging with the local community to foster mutually beneficial relationships and create a positive social impact; now, therefore

 

BE IT RESOLVED BY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS: That this Council hereby recognizes Bakaro International Grocery for their grand opening and its future impact on the Columbus community.