Fiscal Note
No appropriation required.
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Expressing thanks and appreciation to the late Karla Smith for her dedicated service to the City of Madison.
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WHEREAS, Karla Smith served on the City of Madison Disabled Parking Enforcement Assistance Council beginning on April 11, 2000, and on the Parking Council for People with Disabilities since June 4, 2002, and
WHEREAS, her dedication to serving these agencies went well above and beyond what one would expect, such as participating even at times when she was hospitalized, and
WHEREAS, Karla, courageously fought through numerous operations, illnesses and hospitalizations as a result of being stricken with polio at the age of 15 months always continued to be a staunch and strong advocate for people with disabilities, volunteering with countless organizations, agencies and committees to improve conditions, needs and awareness for people with disabilities, and
WHEREAS, she received recognition and awards from these many agencies, and
WHEREAS, her vast knowledge and experience with issues pertaining to persons with disabilities is recognized and will be missed, and
WHEREAS, Karla passed away on January 24, 2011
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Common Council express thanks and sincere appreciation in memory of the late Karla Smith for her dedicated service to the City of Madison.