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A CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION
21-122
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
October 6, 2015
To honor the American Dental Association on the occasion of its 2015 annual meeting and to recognize its leadership and commitment to advance public policies that improve oral health in both the District of Columbia and nationwide.
WHEREAS, the American Dental Association is the largest national dental organization, representing 158,000 dentist members, dedicated to promoting and enhancing oral health for every American;
WHEREAS, as part of the American Dental Association’s Act for Dental Health Initiative, which is a nationwide, community-based movement aimed at significantly improving the nation’s oral health through providing dental care to those in need and bringing dental education and prevention to communities with the greatest need;
WHEREAS, during its annual meeting and tradeshow in Washington, D.C. on November 5 through November 10, 2015, the America Dental Association, in conjunction with the DC Dental Society, will hold a Mission of Mercy on Sunday, November 8, 2015, aimed at improving and enhancing the oral health of needy and underserved people across the nation and promoting dental disease prevention;
WHEREAS, the Mission of Mercy will provide dental care to low-income and underserved adults and children in the District of Columbia; and
WHEREAS, over 350 volunteers, including American Dental Association member dentists from across the country and in the District of Columbia, their staffs, dental students, and other community volunteers, will provide dental education, exams, cleanings, surgical and restorative treatments, and follow-up care to over 100 residents in the District of Columbia community.
RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this resolution may be cited as the “American Dental Association Recognition Resolution of 2015”.
Sec. 2. The Council of the District of Columbia welcomes the 2015 American Dental Association annual meeting and recognizes and honors the American Dental Association for its invaluable contribution to improving the health and welfare of children and families in the District of Columbia and focusing national attention on the importance of good oral health and its impact on overall health.
Sec. 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon the first date of publication in the District of Columbia Register.
