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File #: 0201X-2024    Version: 1
Type: Ceremonial Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 7/22/2024 In control: Wyche
On agenda: 7/29/2024 Final action: 7/31/2024
Title: To Celebrate and Recognize the Numerous Contributions of Julie Gillilan to the City of Columbus
Sponsors: Christopher Wyche, Nicholas Bankston, Lourdes Barroso De Padilla, Nancy Day-Achauer, Rob Dorans, Shayla Favor, Melissa Green, Emmanuel V. Remy, Shannon G. Hardin
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To Celebrate and Recognize the Numerous Contributions of Julie Gillilan to the City of Columbus

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WHEREAS, Julie Gillilan started her public service to the City of Columbus in 1987; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Gillilan served the City of Columbus for over 37 years in the Department of Public Service and the Civil Service Commission; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Gillilan’s career progression within the Department of Public Service is a testament to her leadership skills; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Gillilan began her service to the Department of Public Service in 1991 as a Customer Service Representative II, was promoted to Customer Service Supervisor in 1994 and then to Administrative Assistant in 1999. In each role, she demonstrated high levels of managerial and organizational skills; and

WHEREAS, in 1999 as Administrative Assistant, Ms. Gillilan served Manager of Keep Columbus Beautiful, an affiliate of Keep America Beautiful. Keep Columbus Beautiful is a team dedicated to public education and volunteer services related to environmental issues such as litter, recycling, and beautification. Her commitment to these causes has earned the team numerous accolades for their beautification efforts over the years; and

WHEREAS, in July 2006, Ms. Gillilan became the Office Assistant III to the Division Administrators, where she assisted with making the needed changes to the outdated Title 13 and helped create the Rules and Regulations for the Division of Refuse; and

WHEREAS, between 2006 - 2007, Julie also oversaw the Solid Waste Investigation and Illegal Dumping teams. Her deep understanding of Title 13 and Rules and Regulation was pivotal in ensuring the division’s regulatory compliance. Her influence was particularly felt in enforcement, instilling confidence in her leadership; and

WHEREAS, in 2017, Ms. Gillilan joined the Operations as a District Assistant Manager, overseeing the daily operations at the Georgesville Road Station. She worked with the District Manager and Station Su...

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