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File #: 0098X-2020    Version: 1
Type: Ceremonial Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 6/11/2020 In control: Favor
On agenda: 6/15/2020 Final action: 6/18/2020
Title: To Celebrate the City and Residents of Columbus and Proclaim June 14th as 614 Day in the City of Columbus
Sponsors: Shayla Favor, Elizabeth Brown, Mitchell Brown, Rob Dorans, Emmanuel V. Remy, Priscilla Tyson, Shannon G. Hardin

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To Celebrate the City and Residents of Columbus and Proclaim June 14th as 614 Day in the City of Columbus

 

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WHEREAS, 614 Day is reflective of the date that matches our beloved city’s 614 area code, and is a special time that we reflect, respect, and honor all that makes the city of Columbus unique.

 

WHEREAS, The City-Wide 614 Day was brought to Columbus June 14th by Yohannan Terrell and Warhol & WALL ST. The following year Timothy Wolfe Star joined the team and 614 Day grew, and continues to grow. 

 

WHEREAS, Every June 14th for the past 5 years, the city of Columbus celebrates 614 Day by patronizing local restaurants and businesses, celebrating Columbus arts and culture, and spreading the love for the city across social media.

 

WHEREAS, In an effort to promote Columbus culture and businesses in a safe, virtual way, several organizations including the City of Columbus, Create Columbus Commission, Can’t Stop Columbus, iHeart Media, CYP Club, Experience Columbus, Short North Alliance, GCAC, Columbus Chamber of Commerce and more are joining together for 614 Day!

 

WHEREAS, 614 day provides residents from all over the city of Columbus an opportunity to observe our city’s strong relationship with our local business and neighborhoods, and to show our appreciation of their support.

 

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS: That this Council does hereby recognize June 14th as 614 Day in the City of Columbus