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File #: 0031X-2026    Version: 1
Type: Ceremonial Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 2/5/2026 In control: Barroso de Padilla
On agenda: 2/9/2026 Final action: 2/11/2026
Title: To Honor and Recognize Beth Ekline for 30 Years of Service to Rent-A-Center
Sponsors: Lourdes Barroso De Padilla, Nicholas Bankston, Nancy Day-Achauer, Rob Dorans, Melissa Green, Emmanuel V. Remy, Tiara Ross, Christopher Wyche, Shannon G. Hardin

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To Honor and Recognize Beth Ekline for 30 Years of Service to Rent-A-Center

 

 

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WHEREAS, Beth Ekline has dedicated thirty (30) years of professional service to Rent-A-Center, demonstrating exceptional commitment, and reliability throughout her distinguished tenure; and

 

WHEREAS, during her three decades of service, Beth Ekline consistently exemplified unwavering dedication to her staff and customers, fostering a culture of professionalism, and high-quality customer service; and

 

WHEREAS, Beth Ekline’s work has had a lasting and positive impact on residents of the South Side of Columbus, where her service helped ensure access to essential resources and responsive support for community members; and

 

WHEREAS, Beth Ekline cultivated strong and meaningful partnerships with South Side neighborhoods, earning the trust and appreciation of the communities she served through her tenacity, integrity, and people-centered approach; and

 

WHEREAS, Beth Ekline’s retirement marks the conclusion of an exemplary career of public-facing service, leaving a legacy of dedication,  and superior service standards at Rent-A-Center;

 

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS: that this Council hereby recognizes and honors Beth Ekline for her outstanding 30 years of service to Rent-A-Center, extends its sincere gratitude for her contributions to the South Side communities, and conveys best wishes for a fulfilling and well-deserved retirement.