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A variety of recognitions were given to citizens at the City Council meeting on Thursday evening — including proclamations designating special events for Austin and certificates of appreciation.
The presentation began with live music performed by Eleisha Eagle, alternative piano-rock singer/songwriter, as she sang her song “Neither Here Nor There.” Eagle was the first to be recognized for raising more than $90,000 for charity.
Mayor Lee Leffingwell presented Partners in the Arts awards to residents for their efforts in helping to preserve the arts and humanities throughout the city.
Judith Rhedin, assistant director of Texas Performing Arts in the College of Fine Arts, was recognized for her collaboration with the George Washington Carver Museum & Cultural Center and work with connecting the University and community.
“I feel honored to be recognized by the Carver Museum and the city of Austin,” Rhedin said.
Elizabeth Garber, information studies graduate student and archives assistant, accepted the designation of Archives Week for Oct. 26 to Oct. 31 from Councilman Chris Riley.
Garber said this will be the 10th year that the student chapter of the Society of American Archivists participates in Archives Week.
Other proclamations were made for the seventh anniversary celebration of Disability Mentoring Day on Oct. 21. Austin Community College student Anthony Hood, disability mentoring day participant, will shadow law enforcement from the Austin Independent School District Police Department.
“He wants to broaden his interests,” said Gina Matizzi-Fuller, Hood’s employment consultant. “He really wants to ride in a police car.”
Councilwoman Laura Morrison received a certificate of participation for the upcoming mentoring day and will allow a student to follow her throughout the entire day.
Proclamations were also presented for Texas Native Plant Week, Barkitecture Day and Austin Red Week, the latter of which helps raise awareness of AIDS-related issues.
“It’s indicative how much amazing passion and effort we have serving the community,” Morrison said.
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