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Proclamation commending the City of Clairton for being recognized as an Annual Governor’s Awardee for Local Government Excellence.
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WHEREAS, every year, the Governor Tom Wolf Administration recognizes municipalities and local government officials with the Annual Governor’s Awards for Local Government Excellence; and
WHEREAS, the 25th Annual Governor’s Awards for Local Government Excellence recognizes municipalities and local government officials for their dedication and commitment to strengthen their communities and better serve their residents; and
WHEREAS, ten communities, five organizations, and eight individuals from across the commonwealth were recognized for excellent service as part of the 25th Annual Governor’s Awards for Local Government Excellence; and
WHEREAS, recognized for their ability to promote the community and economic revitalization, the City of Clairton was recognized as an Annual Governor’s Awardee for Local Government Excellence; and
WHEREAS, the City of Clairton was incorporated as a city on January 1, 1922; and
WHEREAS, the City of Clairton will strategically revitalize the key “main street” block and the old Clairton Inn, which will create affordable housing and opportunities for new and established businesses; and
WHEREAS, demolition of blighted structures will make way for a newly constructed residential and commercial mixed-use building that will seamlessly connect to the fully renovated historic Clairton Inn building; and
WHEREAS, this development positions the City of Clairton for a resurgence with its location within walking distance to a variety of amenities; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Allegheny County Council Member John Palmiere, do hereby commend the City of Clairton for being recognized as an Annual Governor’s Awardee for Local Government Excellence. We thank them for their continued dedication to the community’s residents and promoting econom...
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