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Proclamation honoring Dr. Alexander Lese for being named the Brentwood Baldwin Whitehall Chamber of Commerce 2006 Person of the Year.
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WHEREAS, the Brentwood Baldwin Whitehall (BBW) Chamber of Commerce held their 20th annual Awards Banquet at the South Hills Country Club on March 18, 2006 honoring individuals and businesses that strive to serve the community; and
WHEREAS, the BBW Chamber honored Dr. Alexander Lese as the 2006 Person of the Year for his numerous efforts and commitment to improving his community; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lese, an Ellsworth native and dentist, retired after 22 years, going into business for himself as a real estate owner, and in 2001, along with several other business professionals, formed the Brentwood Business Owners Association; and
WHEREAS, he is credited with getting the Brentwood Borough to install holiday lights and benches along Brownsville Road, and for creating the annual Brentwood Light Up Night, Brentwood Night at PNC Park and a tailgate party at Brentwood Towne Square; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lese is known to actively pursue state grants for beautification projects in Brentwood, reaching out to area businesses, schools, churches and residents to lend support;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that Allegheny County Council hereby recognizes and commends Dr. Alexander Lese for being named the Brentwood Baldwin Whitehall Chamber of Commerce 2006 Person of the Year. This Council expresses deep gratitude for his valuable contributions to the community, which play an important role in Allegheny County's socio-economic sustainability and serves as an inspiration to us all.