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CER 26-0114

Washington School for Girls Expansion Recognition Resolution of 2025

26th Council Period (2025-2026) Introduced by Robert White

Ceremonial council resolution recognizing and supporting the Washington School for Girls' expansion; non-binding, encourages community partnerships and collaboration.

Retained by the Council
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Bill Summary · CER 26-0114

Summary: CER 26-0114 — Washington School for Girls Expansion Recognition Resolution of 2025

Overview

  • Bill Number: CER 26-0114
  • Title: Washington School for Girls Expansion Recognition Resolution of 2025
  • Type: Resolution (ceremonial, non-binding)
  • Status: Retained by the Council
  • Introduced: December 1, 2025
  • Introduced By: Councilmember R. White (Office of the Secretary)
  • Recent Actions:
    • 2025-12-01: Introduced
    • 2025-12-02: Retained by the Council

Purpose and Intent

  • The title indicates the bill is a ceremonial resolution recognizing the expansion of the Washington School for Girls.
  • As a resolution, its primary purpose is typically to publicly acknowledge, commend, and express support for the expansion project, and to affirm the Council’s stance or encouragement of the initiative and related community partnerships.

Key Provisions (Inferred, text not provided)

  • While the full text is not available here, a typical “recognition resolution” of this kind would ordinarily include:
    • A preface (“Whereas” clauses) acknowledging the significance of the Washington School for Girls and the expansion effort, including community, educational, or philanthropic contributions.
    • A formal resolution of recognition and support from the Council.
    • Statements directing or encouraging relevant stakeholders (e.g., school leadership, city agencies, community partners) to support the expansion.
    • Possible accolades or commendations to individuals or organizations responsible for the expansion.
    • Administrative provisions, such as a directive to the City Clerk to transmit copies of the resolution to appropriate parties.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Primary Beneficiary: Washington School for Girls and its students, staff, and families.
  • Secondary Beneficiaries: Local community members and partners involved in education and youth development; city agencies or departments partnering on the expansion.
  • Nature of Impact: Non-binding, ceremonial acknowledgment intended to show government support and to encourage collaboration. No new statutory obligations or appropriations are typically enacted by a resolution unless explicitly stated.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Current Status: Retained by the Council, meaning the bill is under consideration and has not advanced to a vote.
  • Next Steps: If and when the Council agenda includes it, members may vote to pass the resolution, amend it, or refer it to committee. Final adoption would require a Council vote.
  • Timeline Considerations: With retention occurring on December 2, 2025, further action depends on agenda scheduling and potential subsequent referrals.

Fiscal Implications

  • Resolutions of this type generally have minimal or no direct fiscal impact. Any costs would be specified in the resolution if applicable; none are indicated in the information provided.

Additional Information

  • For more details, the Office of the Secretary or Councilmember R. White’s office can provide the full text and any amendments or floor amendments, as well as the schedule for future Council consideration.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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