1 ______________________________ 1 Councilmember Robert C. White, Jr. 2 3 4 A CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION 5 6 __________ 7 8 IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA 9 10 ____________________ 11 12 To recognize and honor Andre Strickland for his 8 years of outstanding service in his role 13 as Constituent Services Director for Councilmember Robert C. White, Jr. at the 14 Council of the District of Columbia and for his unwavering commitment to 15 improving the lives of residents in the District of Columbia. 16 17 WHEREAS, Andre Strickland served as the Constituent Services Director with 18 dedication and a deep understanding of the needs of District residents, always placing 19 their well-being at the forefront of his work; 20 21 WHEREAS, Andre Strickland demonstrated an exceptional ability to listen to 22 constituents, ensuring their voices were heard and acknowledged by the Council and 23 District agencies; 24 25 WHEREAS, Andre Strickland showed an extraordinary talent for problem-26 solving and navigating complex government processes to swiftly and effectively address 27 the issues raised by residents; 28 29 WHEREAS, Andre Strickland helped residents access vital government services, 30 from housing assistance to Medicaid, meaningfully impacting their quality of life; 31 32 WHEREAS, the District’s senior residents developed particularly strong bonds 33 with Andre Strickland due to his tireless advocacy helping them navigate bureaucratic 34 challenges and ensuring they received support in their times of need; 35 36 WHEREAS, the Office of Councilmember Robert C. White, Jr. regularly received 37 notes and calls from residents expressing their deep gratitude for Andre Strickland’s 38 service; 39 40 WHEREAS Councilmember Robert C. White, Jr. often remarked that Andre 41 Strickland was the most talented constituent services professional in the District of 42 Columbia; and 43 44 WHEREAS, Andre Strickland’s departure from the office leaves behind a legacy 45 of professionalism, empathy, and effectiveness for the residents he served. 46 2 47 RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, that 48 this resolution be cited as the “Andre Strickland Recognition Resolution of 2024”. 49 50 Sec. 2. The Council of the District of Columbia recognizes Andre Strickland for 51 his outstanding service as Constituent Services Director, with heartfelt thanks for his 52 contributions to the District and best wishes for his future endeavors. 53 54 Sec. 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon the first date of 55 publication in the District of Columbia Register. 56