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WHEREAS, Jack & Jill of America, Inc. was founded January 24, 1938 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania from a meeting of 20 mothers with the idea of bringing together children in a social and cultural environment. The organization continues to dedicate its resources to develop and disseminate child development educational material, and improving the quality of life for African-American children; and
WHEREAS, The Pittsburgh Chapter of Jack and Jill was organized in 1944, and has been encouraging, celebrating and showcasing our youth through their biennial Presentation Ball since 1982. The Pittsburgh Chapter of Jack and Jill is hosting its 2012 Presentation Ball on Saturday, the twenty-ninth of December; and
WHEREAS, The City of Pittsburgh would like to congratulate the eight exceptional young persons being presented for the 2012 year:
Forrest Alexander Barnes Olivia Rose Barnes
Teran Michelle Mickens Tevin Michael Mickens
Rikki LiNae Murphy Shafer Dean Swann
Kielah Agnes Turner Corri Lynn Waters
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NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize and commend The Pittsburgh Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. for its endless contribution and dedication to the youth of the City of Pittsburgh; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare Saturday, December 29, 2012, to be "Jack and Jill Day" in the City of Pittsburgh.