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2 | 2 | | ______________________________ 2 |
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3 | 3 | | Chairman Phil Mendelson Councilmember Anita Bonds 3 |
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8 | 8 | | __________________________ ________________________________ 8 |
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9 | 9 | | Councilmember Kenyan R. McDuffie Councilmember Robert C. White, Jr. 9 |
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14 | 14 | | ___________________________ _______________________________ 14 |
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15 | 15 | | Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau Councilmember Matthew Frumin 15 |
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22 | 22 | | ___________________________ __________________________________ 22 |
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23 | 23 | | Councilmember Zachary Parker Councilmember Charles Allen 23 |
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27 | 27 | | A CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION 27 |
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30 | 30 | | IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA 30 |
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31 | 31 | | __________ 31 |
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34 | 34 | | To officially recognize and commemorate the Washington Nationals as they celebrate twenty 34 |
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35 | 35 | | years as a Major League Baseball franchise in the District of Columbia. 35 |
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37 | 37 | | WHEREAS, on March 27 |
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39 | 39 | | , 2025, the Washington Nationals will commence their 20 |
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41 | 41 | | season in 37 |
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42 | 42 | | the nation’s capital, marking two decades since baseball’s triumphant return to Washington, DC in 2005; 38 |
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44 | 44 | | WHEREAS, the Nationals have provided countless memorable moments, from the inaugural 40 |
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45 | 45 | | game at RFK stadium and Ryan Zimmerman’s iconic walk-off home run during the first game at 41 |
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46 | 46 | | Nationals Park in 2008, to clinching the World Series Championship in 2019; 42 |
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48 | 48 | | WHEREAS, over the past twenty years, while logos, players and even ballparks have evolved, 44 |
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49 | 49 | | the unwavering support and passion of Nationals fans have remained a constant, embodying the spirit of 45 |
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50 | 50 | | #NATITUDE; 46 |
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52 | 52 | | WHEREAS, to honor this milestone, the Nationals have launched “NATS20”, a season- long 48 |
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53 | 53 | | celebration featuring the “Cheers to 20 Years Sweepstakes”, the most extensive in club history, along 49 with in-park giveaways, special alumni appearances, and opportunities for fans to relive and recreate their 50 |
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54 | 54 | | favorite Nationals moments; 51 |
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56 | 56 | | WHEREAS, the Nationals have unveiled a commemorative 20 |
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58 | 58 | | anniversary logo, symbolizing 53 |
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59 | 59 | | two decades of baseball excellence and community engagement in Washington, DC; 54 |
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61 | 61 | | WHEREAS, the Nationals have invited fans to select their favorite 20 moments from the past two 56 |
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62 | 62 | | decades, which will be showcased throughout Nationals Park beginning on Opening Day; 57 |
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64 | 64 | | WHEREAS, the Nationals Homecoming Gala will celebrate the profound impact of baseball on 59 |
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65 | 65 | | the community, featuring a fan fest and red carpet event at The Wharf, culminating in the presentation of 60 |
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66 | 66 | | the 2025 Power of Baseball Award at The Anthem; 61 |
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68 | 68 | | WHEREAS, the Nationals 20 year journey reflects resilience, dedication, and a commitment to 63 |
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69 | 69 | | excellence that continues to enrich the cultural and social fabric of Washington, DC and the region; 64 |
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71 | 71 | | RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, that this resolution 66 |
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72 | 72 | | may be cited as the “Washington Nationals 20 |
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74 | 74 | | Anniversary Recognition Resolution of 2025.” 67 |
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76 | 76 | | Sec. 2. The Council of the District of Columbia hereby celebrates and commends the 69 |
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77 | 77 | | Washington Nationals for their 20 years of contributions to our city and extends to the organization 70 |
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78 | 78 | | appreciation and gratitude for the joy and unity they bring to the Washington, DC community. 71 |
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80 | 80 | | Sec. 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon the first date of publication in the 73 |
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81 | 81 | | District of Columbia Register. 74 |
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