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Proclamation declaring Sunday, April 11, 2021 to be “Caileigh Lynn McDowell Day” in Allegheny County.
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WHEREAS, The Caileigh Lynn McDowell Foundation was established in memory of Ms. Caileigh Lynn McDowell, a Woodland Hills High School student who passed away on April 2, 2016 at the age of 17, after tragic complications from undiagnosed Crohn’s disease; and
WHEREAS, The Caileigh Lynn McDowell Foundation works to transform political, social and economic systems and institutions to create a kinder, more equitable and just society for all; and
WHEREAS, Caileigh had a passion for advocacy, policymaking, unifying people, encouraging others, standing up for justice, sharing a smile and spreading kindness; and
WHEREAS, Caileigh’s tragic, unexpected death has created a community movement to remember and honor her goodness; and
WHEREAS, through 7 surgeries and 42 days in the hospital, Caileigh fought like a warrior; she displayed constant courage, resilience and strength. She serves as a true inspiration for the Caileigh Lynn McDowell Foundation programs which include: PopUp Voter Registration events to help sign up new 18-year old voters in honor of her passion for voting; scholarships for students who find common group and intersectionality with others; the Live Like a Warrior and Kindness Movements, which encourages people to be kind to themselves and others. Also, encouraging others to find inner strength and conviction to make a difference for the better good with love, compassion, and unity, leaving someone with a smile; and
WHEREAS, on Sunday, April 11, 2021, family, friends and supporters will pay tribute to Caileigh on her birthday;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Allegheny County Council Member Tom Baker, do hereby declare Sunday, April 11, 2021 to be “Caileigh Lynn McDowell Day” in Allegheny County. This Council honors the life of Ms. Caileigh Lynn McDowell and urge residents of Allegheny County to ob...
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