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To proclaim February 19, 2005 as the Jewels Foundation day in the City of Columbus.
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WHEREAS, the Jewels Foundation was formally established and incorporated in 2004 as an outgrowth of a sisterhood shared between various religious and community groups; and
WHEREAS, the Jewels Foundation was founded by five visionary women who sought to enhance the social skills and etiquette of our children so that they could better compete in society
WHEREAS, the Jewels Foundation sponsor a seven-week class in personal development for 15 young men and 15 young women ranging in age from 12 to 18 years old; and
WHEREAS, the personal development course includes instruction in public speaking, dining etiquette, conflict resolution, personal hygiene, career exploration, and will culminate in a formal ball on Saturday, February 19, 2005 from 6:00 - 9:00 PM at Monaco's Palace; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That this Council does hereby designate February 19, 2005 as the Jewels Foundation day in the City of Columbus and urge local residents to strongly support this day and participate in events planned to commemorate the occasion.