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To Recognize and Celebrate the Tenth and Final Independents’ Day Festival and Their Contribution to the City of Columbus.
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WHEREAS, the Independents’ Day Festival has served the mission to celebrate and develop independent culture, commerce, and creativity with the citizens of Columbus; and
WHEREAS, ten years ago, the Independents’ Day Festival started as a small celebration in downtown Columbus and has now turned into a two day festival in Franklinton full of art, music, entertainment, and food for all; and
WHEREAS, Independents’ Day is one-hundred percent volunteer-powered, reflecting the commitment the community has to the festival, and the festival’s commitment to the community; and
WHEREAS, through the Independents’ Day Festival local businesses, artists, and entertainers have showcased their skills and talents to the community of Columbus and Central Ohio; and
WHEREAS, upon the tenth and final celebration, the City of Columbus celebrates the Independents’ Day Festival for their continued success and lasting impact and contributions made to our community; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That this Council does hereby recognize and celebrate the Independents’ Days Festival on September 16, 2017.