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WHEREAS, the New Hazlett Theater will hold an Evening Gala Celebration on Wednesday, June 13th, 2007, to kick off a year-long festival entitled "Women in the Arts: Founders, Pioneers, Instigators;" and
WHEREAS, the Gala Celebration will benefit the New Hazlett Theater, which is a 450-seat performing arts venue and a 501 c (3) non-profit located on Pittsburgh's Northside; and
WHEREAS, the following women in the arts will be honored at the Gala as leaders in Pittsburgh:
· Lisa Hoitsma Jane Arkus
· Julie Farr Doreen Boyce
· Nancy Washington Christine Jordanoff
· Carol Brown Merilyn Coleman
· Demeatria Gibson-Boccella Michele de la Reza
· Mary Navarro Cathy Lewis
· Tracy Brigden Staycee Pearl
· Beth Corning Kathleen Mulcahy
· Christiane Leach Kathryn Sitter
· Vernell Lillie Elsa Limbach
· Barbara Luderowsky Hilary Robinson
· Ceci Sommers Karla Boos
· Heather Pesanti Susan Gillis
· Janera Solomon Jane Werner
· Mildred Posvar Connie Brinda
· Alice Snyder Janet Scarbaugh
· Gerri Kaye Cecile Springer
· Joan Apt Elizabeth Reiss; and
WHEREAS, these 36 dedicated women have devoted their time and talents to producing high quality art and to cultivating the local arts community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh commends the New Hazlett Theater for its commitment to the arts, and congratulates and thanks the honorees; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh hereby declares June 13, 2007, "Women in the Arts Day" in the City of Pittsburgh.