Declaring March 7-14, 2021, during Women?s History Month, as Women in Construction (WIC) Week in the City of Philadelphia, and honoring Women in Nontraditional Careers (WINC) for their commitment to support, increase, and advance the participation of women in construction, manufacturing, and transit careers in the Philadelphia region.
Congratulating Councilmember Cherelle L. Parker on her historic appointment as Board Chair of the Delaware River Port Authority (?DRPA?) and honoring her work as a board member and trailblazing leader in Philadelphia.
Authorizing the Committees on Finance and on Gun Violence Prevention to hold joint hearings regarding the connection between poverty, gun violence, and systemic racism in Philadelphia.
Recognizing and congratulating Renee Henderson, on the occasion of her retirement from Community Behavioral Health, after more than two decades of faithful and dedicated service.
Honoring and congratulating the After School Activities and Partnerships (ASAP) Chess club for their bringing together over 150 clubs and 2,500 students across the City and being instrumental in Philadelphia being named Chess City of the Year by US Chess.
Commending and recognizing Michael Hand on the occasion of his retirement from his outstanding career with the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters and his service to the Philadelphia community.
Remembering Henrietta Lacks and honoring her contribution to modern medicine, including the development of COVID-19 vaccines.
Congratulating Bernard W. Smalley for being named President of the Board of Directors of City Trusts, making him the first Black President in the board?s 151 year history.
Recognizing Rochelle “Chellie” Cameron on the occasion of her appointment as chair of the U.S. Policy Council for Airports Council International.
