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To Honor, Recognize, and Celebrate Mr. Charles Thompkins and his continued contributions to the historic Milo-Grogan community.
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WHEREAS, Mr. Charles Thompkins currently serves as Chair of the Milo-Grogan Area Commission and has served as a member of this commission for over 19 years; and
WHEREAS, attending Milo-Grogan Elementary School as a child, Charles has always been known as one of the heartbeats of the Milo-Grogan community and is often described as an ambassador to area residents; and
WHEREAS, Charles has be actively involved in the development of youth in the Milo-Grogan areas serving as Coach of the Milo-Grogan Basketball and Baseball Teams and Coach of the Milo-Grogan Boys and Girls Club; and
WHEREAS, serving as an advocate to promote a safe community, Charles hosted the 2017 Columbus Police Appreciation Dinner at the Milo-Grogan Recreation Center, where member of the Columbus Police Department, local Emergency Medical Technicians, and city leaders were recognized for their contributions to Milo-Grogan and the city at large; and
WHEREAS, Charles has championed several community events in Milo-Grogan, which include Adopt a Family at Chirstmas, the Milo-Grogan Fall Festival, and Holiday Turkey Giveaway; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Charles Thompkins and his family have worked tirelessly to improve the quality of life for those living, working and raising families in Milo-Grogan community; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
To Honor, Recognize, and Celebrate Mr. Charles Thompkins and his continued contributions to the historic Milo-Grogan community.