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File #: 2025-2124    Version: 1
Type: Proclamation Status: Adopted
File created: 7/25/2025 In control: City Council
On agenda: 7/28/2025 Final action: 7/28/2025
Enactment date: 7/28/2025 Enactment #: 442
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Title: NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize and congratulate "Clifford "Sly Jock" Charlton" for his commitment to hard work, community services, and hip-hop music and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare, Sunday, July 27th, 2025, to be "Clifford Sly Jock Charlton" in the City of Pittsburgh.
Sponsors: Khari Mosley, All Members
Indexes: PROCLAMATION - MR. MOSLEY

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WHEREAS, A true pioneer in Pittsburgh’s music and radio scene, Clifford “Sly Jock” Charlton is widely recognized as one of the most iconic DJs in hip-hop history. A proud Homewood native and graduate of Westinghouse High School, Sly Jock’s voice and energy defined an era for countless Pittsburghers-from the dance floors to the airwaves and,

 

WHEREAS, throughout his career, he inspired and mentored a new generation of DJs including Nick Nice, Blakk Steel, Kode Wred, Tee Jay, Brother Marlon, and many others. He also set the vibe for unforgettable concerts featuring acts like Parliament Funkadelic, Kool & The Gang, Rick James, and more and,

 

WHEREAS, Beyond the music, Sly Jock’s passion for community never wavered. He has always been a familiar face at neighborhood events, parades, and programs supporting youth and families. Even in retirement, his commitment continues through his involvement with MAD DADS, an organization focused on community safety and outreach and,

 

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NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize and congratulate “Clifford “Sly Jock” Charlton” for his commitment to hard work, community services, and hip-hop music and,  \

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare, Sunday, July 27th, 2025, to be “Clifford Sly Jock Charlton” in the City of Pittsburgh.