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To Commemorate the Grand Opening of Sweeney’s Walnut Street Tavern and Recognize the Numerous Contributions of James E. Sweeney to the City of Columbus and Franklinton
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WHEREAS, for more than twenty years, Mr. Sweeney has served with excellence as a public servant and has demonstrated a life-long commitment to enhancing the health and wellbeing of the City of Columbus; and
WHEREAS, throughout his years in public service, Mr. Sweeney has been a tireless and outspoken advocate for the Franklinton community; and
WHEREAS, as a founding member of the Franklinton Arts District, Mr. Sweeney’s acts of service have helped to cement a culture of creativity within Franklinton, resulting in significant investment in the region; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Sweeney’s contributions as Executive Director of the Franklinton Development Association led to the creation and implementation of redevelopment and strategic revitalization plans, that to date have been instrumental in both spurring economic development and preserving affordable housing during a rapid period of transition and growth; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Sweeney has led efforts to complete one of the first significant commercial adaptive re-use projects within the Franklinton Arts District, converting his residential home into a neighborhood tavern called Sweeney’s Walnut Street Tavern; and
WHEREAS, Sweeney’s Walnut Street Tavern has inspired additional investment in the immediate surrounding area, that will promote Columbus’ economic success through the creation of new jobs and the establishment of a vibrant commercial corridor for small businesses; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Sweeney’s leadership and dedication to building community has been invaluable - helping create a more equitable City and greatly improving the lives of Franklinton residents; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS
That we hereby recognize James E. Sweeney for his tireless commitment to community advocacy, and his outstan...
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