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CER26-0194
Resolution Recognizing Ruby L. Powell's 100th Birthday
Last scannedAug 25, 2026, 4:28 AM
In one sentence
This official document from the Council of the District of Columbia celebrates Ms. Ruby L. Powell on her 100th birthday and honors her long history in the community.
What it does
- Recognizes Ms. Ruby L. Powell for reaching her 100th birthday on September 6, 2026.
- Acknowledges that she moved to Washington D.C. in 1945 and first lived in Ward 1 before moving to Ward 4 in 1950.
- Notes that she opened a dry-cleaning business with her uncle George on 22nd Street NW in Georgetown in 1948, which also included shoe repair, laundry, and barber services.
- Mentions her retirement from the C&P Telephone Company after working there for 30 years.
- Highlights that she has been a member of Turner Memorial AME Church for approximately 80 years.
Who it affects
- Ms. Ruby L. Powell
- The family and friends of Ms. Ruby L. Powell
Limits and unknowns
- This document is a celebration and does not provide money or change any rules.
- It lists facts about Ms. Powell's life but does not include her personal opinions on current events.
Plain language
Terms to know
- Ceremonial Resolution
- An official statement that honors a person or event but does not create new laws.
- Council of the District of Columbia
- The local government body for Washington D.C. that passed this resolution.
Official record
Sources
Official summary
Ruby L. Powell 100th Birthday Ceremonial Recognition Resolution of 2026
Official activity
Bill history
- Approved