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File #: 0165X-2008    Version: 1
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 9/10/2008 In control: Boyce
On agenda: 9/15/2008 Final action: 9/17/2008
Title: To recognize the Kemetic Institute in honor of the 12th Annual Father & Son Celebration.
Sponsors: Kevin L. Boyce, Hearcel Craig, Andrew Ginther, Michael C. Mentel, Maryellen O'Shaughnessy, Charleta B. Tavares, Priscilla Tyson
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To recognize the Kemetic Institute in honor of the 12th Annual Father & Son Celebration.
 
 
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WHEREAS, The Kemetic Institute was founded in response to the challenge issued at the Million Man March on October 16, 1995; and
 
WHEREAS, The mission of this great organization is to realize and address the needs of the African American Community by strengthening the bond between father and son; and
 
WHEREAS the organization is committed to the healing process that is necessary to help bridge the gap between father and son that will create a cohesiveness within the family; and
 
WHEREAS, The Kemetic Institute has made many significant contributions to the community and have earned the respect and gratitude of countless families for reconnecting fathers with their sons and thereby improving the culture of the entire family; and
 
WHEREAS, The fine reputation the organization has gained is a credit to the dedicated members who give steadfastly of their time, abilities and enthusiasm; now, therefore
 
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That this Council does hereby honor and recognize The Kemetic Institute on the 12th Annual Father & Son Celebration.