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A CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION
21-259
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
September 20, 2016
To recognize and celebrate the career of Bernard S. Arons, M.D., who has dedicated a long career of service to the well-being of the District’s citizens through his provision of mental health services and to the improvement of the quality of health care through his service on the Board of Medicine.
WHEREAS, Dr. Arons served as Medical Director of Saint Elizabeths Hospital for over 7 years with great distinction and a record of significant accomplishments;
WHEREAS, Dr. Arons is a well-respected national leader in the behavioral health field and has served in a number of high-level governmental positions;
WHEREAS, Dr. Arons served as a physician member on the Board of Medicine for 4 years;
WHEREAS, under Dr. Arons leadership, along with others with whom he served, the District of Columbia was able to successfully achieve all obligations under a Department of Justice Settlement Agreement;
WHEREAS, Dr. Arons completed his service at Saint Elizabeths Hospital and completed his term on the Board of Medicine with a strong reputation as a caring and compassionate leader who strived to foster a healthy working environment for staff and a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for patients, citizens, and their families; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Arons will continue to serve the citizens of the District of Columbia through his services at Green Door Behavioral Health programs, an organization dedicated to empowering the lives of individuals and families through delivering exceptional behavioral health care and support services.
RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this resolution may be cited as the “Bernard S. Arons, M.D. Recognition Resolution of 2016”.
Sec. 2. The District of Columbia is grateful for Dr. Arons’ work and continuing commitment to the health and well-being of the District of Columbia.
Sec. 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon the first date of publication in the District of Columbia Register.
