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To honor the service and civil work of Cindy Turvy as an LGBTQ+ veteran in the community.
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WHEREAS, Cindy Turvy served as an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps for over three years, and was stationed at three different duty sites including Quantico, Philadelphia, and Parris Island; and,
WHEREAS, after her time in the Marine Corps, Cindy Turvy transitioned to civil service, devoting 27 years to the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction as a social worker, including work at the Ohio Penitentiary; and,
WHEREAS, afterwards, she spent time as a grants administrator for the Department of Transportation; and,
WHEREAS, Cindy Turvy also oversaw public sector fundraising for United Way for six years, continuing her passion for civil service; and,
WHEREAS, Cindy Turvy built her career on fairness and dedication to her community, being awarded the Donald R. Hallman LGBTQ+ Veterans Award earlier this year, recognizing and honoring her service in the U.S. Marine Corps, as well as her career as a public servant; and,
WHEREAS, she continues to bring joy and connection to those around her, and her legacy acts as a pillar of strength and inspiration to the Veteran and LGBTQ+ community in Columbus; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS: That this Council proclaims, recognizes, and celebrates the service and civil work of Cindy Turvy.