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A CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION
21-84
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
June 30, 2015
To recognize Mr. Michael Wiencek’s over 30 years of contributions to the citizens of the District of Columbia through the construction and rehabilitation of affordable and supportive housing, schools, libraries, and community centers.
WHEREAS, Mr. Wiencek serves as President of Wiencek and Associates Architects and Planners, located in the Dupont Neighborhood of the District;
WHEREAS, Mr. Wiencek served as the architect for the construction and renovation of dozens of affordable and permanent supportive housing buildings throughout the District of Columbia, including the Edgewood Campus, Wheeler Terrace, the Avenue, Overlook at Oxon Run, Channel Square Apartments, Monsenor Romero, and 5 So Others Might Eat properties;
WHEREAS, Mr. Wiencek served as the architect for the construction of the Friendship Public Charter School and the renovation of the KIPP Will Academy, creating a welcoming atmosphere for young residents to learn and grow;
WHEREAS, Mr. Wiencek served as the architect for the construction of the Washington Highlands and Woodridge libraries and the renovation of the Francis A. Gregory Neighborhood Library, building beautiful spaces for residents to come together and enjoy the rich programing of the District of Columbia Public Library system; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Wiencek served as the architect for the renovation of the N Street Village, Cafritz Fitness Center, House of Ruth, Mayfair Mansions Community Center, and Edewood Terrace I and III Community Centers, creating spaces for residents to receive crucial services and build a sense of community;
IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, that the Council of the District of Columbia hereby honors Mr. Michael Wiencek for his tremendous impact on the citizens of the District of Columbia.
Sec. 2. This resolution may be cited as the “Michael Wiencek Recognition Resolution of 2015”.
Sec. 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon the first date of publication in the District of Columbia Register.
