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A CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION
20-36
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
April 9, 2013
To recognize Peregrine Espresso and its owner Ryan Jensen for its achievements as America’s Best Coffeehouse and dedication to the District through its impressive commitment to customer service and exceptional sustainability practices.
WHEREAS, Peregrine Espresso has maintained an outstanding relationship with the District by opening 3 world-class coffee shops in the Southeast, Northwest, and Northeast quadrants of the city and is committed to providing the residents of the District of Columbia with exemplary customer service;
WHEREAS, under the leadership of Peregrine Espresso’s owner, Ryan Jensen, Peregrine won the coveted first place award for America’s Best Coffeehouse in the Eastern Region and has been featured in renowned publications such as Food and Wine, Bon Appetit, Barista Magazine, Washingtonian, and Fresh Cup;
WHEREAS, the title America’s Best Coffeehouse is not only indicative of beverage quality but also communication, teamwork, efficiency, and customer service;
WHEREAS, Peregrine Espresso employees Jeremy Sterner and Lindsey Kiser have been honored with first place awards from the Mid-Atlantic Regional Barista Competition, Latte Art World Championship, and Southeast Regional Barista Competition respectively; and
WHEREAS, Peregrine Espresso has implemented noteworthy sustainability efforts by utilizing wind power in their stores, composting a high percentage of its waste system, sourcing only socially and environmentally sustainable coffee, partnering with a local dairy with milk from grass-fed cows, and offering fair wages and benefits to its staff.
RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this resolution may be cited as the “Peregrine Espresso Recognition Resolution of 2013”.
Sec. 2. The Council of the District of Columbia honors Peregrine Espresso for being named America’s Best Coffeehouse.
Sec. 3. This resolution shall take effect upon the first day of publication in the District of Columbia Council Register.
