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WHEREAS, founded by Allegheny County Councilman Tom Baker, Get Involved! is holding its 15th annual Pittsburgh Service Summit, on Tuesday, November 19; and,
WHEREAS, Get Involved! Inc. enables student leaders and young professionals to stay active by providing a variety of leadership focused events, service-oriented programs and courses and inspiring trainings throughout the region; and,
WHEREAS, awards are given annually to local young professionals, ages 21-35, in the non-profit, business, and governmental sectors who dedicate their time and talent to community organizations and who are making a positive difference in the region; and,
WHEREAS, congratulations to the following individuals:
Person of the Year: Saleem Ghubril and Lateresa Blackwell
Emerging Leader Award: Faith Kehinde
Patty Verostko Child Advocacy Award: Landis Andrews and Julian Turner
Dr Tom Baker Community Leader Award: John Chamberlin and Roger Haney
Western PA Rising Stars: Jacob Buchheit, Jocelyn Buhite, Deanna David, Amanda French, Lynzy Groves, Bradley Hill, Jake Kyriazis, Rebekah Nesbit, Rachel Pettiford, Sean Spencer and Cara Talaric; and,
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NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize Get Involved! Inc. for encouraging young adults to become more active and engaged in their communities, and for organizing the annual Pittsburgh Service Summit; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare, Tuesday November 4, 2024 to be “Get Involved! Inc. Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.