CER 23-0210 — 35th Annual Tuxedo Ball Ceremonial Recognition Resolution of 2019

PENROLLED ORIGINAL A HCEREMONIAL CouncilmemberRESOLUTION Brandon23-210 T.IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA December 3, 2019 To celebrate the 35 Annual Tuxedo Ball and to recognize the event for all it has done for African Americans and recognizing Black achievement in the United States.

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and is being organized by Dr.

Carlotta Miles;

and WHEREAS;

the Tuxedo Ball is known for bringing African American families and students together from all over the United States to celebrate their achievements.

RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this resolution may be cited as the “35 Annual Tuxedo Ball Ceremonial Recognition Resolution of 2019”.

3.This2. resolutionshalltakeintoeffect immediately upon thefirstdateofpublication inthe DistrictofColumbia Registrar.

The Council of the District of Columbia recognizes the Tuxedo Ball as it celebrates its 35 year and celebrates the remarkable achievements of the African American community.

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This resolution shall take into effect immediately upon the first date of publication in the District of Columbia Registrar.