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To recognize July 26, 2009 as Americans with Disabilities Act Awareness Day.
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WHEREAS, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed on July 26, 1990 to ensure the civil rights of citizens with disabilities; and
WHEREAS, The City of Columbus affirms the principals of equality and inclusion for persons with disabilities as set forth for the State of Ohio and is embodied in the ADA, the laws of the State of Ohio and ordinances of the city of Columbus; and
WHEREAS, numerous organizations in Columbus, Central Ohio and the state of Ohio work with constituents and communities to bring forth the promise of hope and freedom that is envisioned by the passage of the ADA; and
WHEREAS, July 26, 2009 celebrates the 19th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That we do hereby extend greetings and best wishes to all observing July 26, 2009 as Americans with Disabilities Act Awareness Day.