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A CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION
21-171
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
March 1, 2016
To recognize, honor, and express overwhelming gratitude to Connie Jo Lierman for her commitment to excellence and for her numerous contributions to the District of Columbia and its residents, particularly its children.
WHEREAS, Connie Jo Lierman joined the Children’s Hospital National Medical Center in 1972 as a clinical specialist, and worked in pediatric nursing services until 1996, caring for her patients and their families both in and out of the hospital;
WHEREAS, Connie Jo Lierman served as a faculty associate at the University of Maryland School of Nursing from 1977 to 1981;
WHEREAS, Connie Jo Lierman joined the Community of Hope as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in 1997, where she provided thorough health care and compassionate service to the neediest children in the District of Columbia;
WHEREAS, Connie Jo Lierman served as a member of the District of Columbia Board of Nursing from 1986 through 1993; and
WHEREAS, Connie Jo Lierman provided heartfelt, compassionate, and effective care to all her patients, regardless of income; guidance to the medical residents who served with her; and dedication to the mission of the Community of Hope clinic.
RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this resolution may be cited as the “Connie Jo Lierman Recognition Resolution of 2016”.
Sec. 2. The Council of the District of Columbia is proud to recognize, honor, and express its overwhelming gratitude to Connie Jo Lierman, a believer in the power of nursing and caring to make a difference in the lives of children, families, and communities.
Sec. 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon the first date of publication in the District of Columbia Register.
