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To recognize and celebrate Naturewise Columbus as the Keep Columbus Beautiful Partner of the Year.
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WHEREAS, Keep Columbus Beautiful, a national affiliate of Keep America Beautiful, is a community improvement program that emphasizes public education and volunteer service, with a focus on quality-of-life environmental issues including litter, recycling, and neighborhood beautification; and
WHEREAS, at their 40th Anniversary Celebration, Keep Columbus Beautiful recognized Naturewise Columbus as their Partner of the Year; and
WHEREAS, Naturewise Columbus was recognized as the Keep Columbus Beautiful Partner of their Year for their work on Ribbit!, a free community magazine distributed throughout Columbus which aims to educate children on the environment and sustainability; and
WHEREAS, Naturewise Columbus was also honored as Partner of the Year, not only for their work with Keep Columbus Beautiful, but for their partnerships with other local organizations such as Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio, Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks, Columbus GreenSpot, and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources; and
WHEREAS, the City of Columbus is grateful for community members, organizations, and partners who provide unwavering support and dedicate countless volunteer hours, with the goal of making our city a sustainable community for all; and
WHEREAS, Columbus City Council encourages all residents and community members to volunteer with Keep Columbus Beautiful, pick up litter in their neighborhoods, recycle, and promote other sustainable practices; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS: That this Council does hereby recognize and celebrate Naturewise Columbus as the Keep Columbus Beautiful Partner of the Year.