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File #: 0070X-2026    Version: 1
Type: Ceremonial Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 3/20/2026 In control: Hardin
On agenda: 3/23/2026 Final action: 3/25/2026
Title: To honor and recognize the heroism of Department of Water and Power employee Charles Coleman.
Sponsors: Shannon G. Hardin, Nicholas Bankston, Lourdes Barroso De Padilla, Nancy Day-Achauer, Rob Dorans, Melissa Green, Emmanuel V. Remy, Tiara Ross, Christopher Wyche

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To honor and recognize the heroism of Department of Water and Power employee Charles Coleman.

 

 

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WHEREAS,  Charles Coleman heroically prevented a young girl from jumping off a bridge and committing suicide; and

 

WHEREAS, and Charles Coleman is a dedicated employee of the Department of Water and Power for over seven years providing critical services for residents; and

 

WHEREAS, and Charles Coleman helped move this 14-year-old girl away from danger and ensured she remained safe until first responders arrived; and

 

WHEREAS, and Charles Coleman is a Columbus City School graduate from Mifflin High School; and

 

WHEREAS, Charles Coleman reflects the best of out city employees, community and showed an unwavering commitment to the well being of others now, therefore 

 

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF COLUMBUS: to honor and recognize the heroism of Water and Power employee Charles Coleman