4786482 ACR 20-162, “Min Parson Recognition Resolution of 2014”.

A CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION

 

20-162 

 

THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

 

February 4, 2014

 

 

To recognize and celebrate the exceptional life achievements and the 100^th birthday of District of Columbia resident Min Parson.

WHEREAS, Min Parson is a native Washingtonian, born on the 5^th day of March in 1914 at George Washington Hospital;

WHEREAS, Min Parson is a testament to the strength of the District of Columbia Public Schools system, having graduated from Cardozo Senior High School, known then as Central High School;

WHEREAS, Min Parson was the owner and operator of GH Shulze Pharmacy, a local business and anchor of the surrounding community;

WHEREAS, Min Parson married Ben Parson in 1936 at the Sixth & I Historic Synagogue and she is the proud mother of Seena Parson and Richard Parson; and

WHEREAS, Min Parson’s family continues to make contributions to the District, including her grandson, Brett Parson, who serves as a Sergeant with the Metropolitan Police Department and works daily to ensure the safety of District residents.

RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this resolution may be cited as the “Min Parson Recognition Resolution of 2014”.

Sec. 2. The District of Columbia is grateful for Min Parson’s commitment to our city and her decision to make the District her lifelong home. 

Sec. 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon the first date of publication in the District of Columbia Register.