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To honor and recognize Cheryl J. Richardson for her many years of service to the City of Columbus.
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WHEREAS, Ms. Richardson began working for the City of Columbus in November 1977 in the Department of Social Services as a typist clerk, and, after serving in different positions at Department of Human Services, settled in her role as Research Analyst for the Department of Development in 1992; and
WHEREAS, as a Research Analyst, Ms. Richardson has reviewed and recommended for approval over 1,500 loans and grants for the low to moderate income citizens of the City of Columbus; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Richardson has not only offered assistance, but loving care to many who were in need of critical repair on their homes and guided them in their time of need; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Richardson's greatest accomplishments include educating the community about the City's programs for low to moderate homeowners, helping City residents as they closed their loans or grants, and working with first time homebuyers in the down payment assistance program.
WHEREAS, in her retirement, Ms. Richardson plans to work toward her realtor's license, and spend time with her family, especially her mother and three-year-old grandchild; and
WHEREAS, she has been a valuable member of the Columbus Department of Development for over 20 years, serving with integrity those in our City with the greatest need; now, therefore
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS
That this Council does honor and recognize Cheryl J. Richardson for her many years of service to the City of Columbus and wishes her well in her retirement.