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WHEREAS, UCP Kids Pittsburgh will be holding a community forum entitled "The Art of Friendship," on February 28, 2007; and
WHEREAS, this workshop will discuss the cultivation and maintenance of friendships between children with and without disabilities; and
WHEREAS, the event will feature Bob Palko and Steve McGough, who are the fathers of Tyler Palko, quaterback of the Pitt Panthers football team, and Chris McGough, a high school senior and the student manager of the West Allegheny High School football team, who also happens to have Down syndrome; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Palko and Mr. McGough will discuss how their sons developed a lasting friendship over the years; and
WHEREAS, UCP Kids assists children with disabilities in becoming involved in inclusive community recreation opportunities and provides resources to educate the community on welcoming children with diverse abilities; and
WHEREAS, UCP Kids presents educational conferences on topics important to families and professionals; and
WHEREAS, "The Art of Friendship" is just one of many lectures that UCP Kids has offered over the past two years.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh commends and thanks UCP Kids for its community forum on friendship; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh hereby declares February 27, 2007, "The Art of Friendship Day" in the City of Pittsburgh.