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To Recognize and Congratulate Trevor Sthultz for receiving the 2016 Donald R. Hallman LGBT Veterans Recognition Award
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WHEREAS, Lieutenant Colonel Trevor Sthultz began his United States Air Force career in the ROTC program at the University of Texas; and
WHEREAS, Lt. Col. Sthultz has served 17 years in the U.S. Air Force including 8½ years of active duty service with the responsibility of repairing and maintaining a fleet of aircraft utilized for combat. At one point, he served as the aide to four-star General Bruce Carlson; and
WHEREAS, Because of the Don’t Ask Don’t Tell policy of the United States Military, Trevor had to keep his relationship with his partner, Travis, a secret for many years. The two were married in 2014 after 14 years together; and
WHEREAS, Trevor currently serves with the Veterans Employee Resource Group with AEP, where he can provide resources to fellow veterans and encourage an environment of inclusivity for LGBTQ employees; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That this Council does hereby express its appreciation for Trevor Sthultz for his service to his country and the LGBTQ community in Columbus. This Council does hereby congratulate him on receiving the 2016 Donald R. Hallman LGBT Veterans Recognition Award from Stonewall Columbus.