Create annual Martin Luther King Jr. community service award
In Plain English
The city wants to establish a new yearly award honoring residents who show outstanding community leadership and service. The award would be presented each January to recognize people who embody Dr. King's values. This creates a formal way for Richmond to celebrate local heroes who make a difference in their neighborhoods.
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Votes
Adopt Resolution No. 1-07 establishing an annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Richmond Community Leadership and Service Award
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Why This Vote Matters
Richmond will create a new annual award honoring residents who demonstrate outstanding community leadership and service in the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The Martin Luther King Jr. Richmond Community Leadership and Service Award will be presented each January to recognize local residents who make a positive difference in their neighborhoods. The council voted unanimously to establish this formal recognition program, which carries no cost to the city. This gives Richmond an official way to celebrate community heroes and volunteers who embody Dr. King's values of service and leadership.
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