Renaming Stenton Avenue and Washington Lane to "Isabella Fitzgerald Way" to honor her significant impact on the community. WHEREAS, State Representative Isabella Fitzgerald, affectionately known as Izzy, has been a dedicated resident of West Oak Lane for over 40 years and a proud member of Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church; and WHEREAS, Representative Fitzgerald embodies her motto, “Let’s Keep Moving Forward,” through her exceptional commitment to advocacy and community service, earning numerous titles and honors throughout her distinguished career, including: Mother, grandmother, concerned neighbor; Ward Secretary, Ward Treasurer, and Ward Leader; Founding member and Chairperson of the Northwest CommUnity Coalition for Youth; Board and Planning Committee member of Women of Faith and Hope, a breast cancer self-help support organization; Public Safety Area Coordinator for the 14th Police District; Special Assistant to U.S. Representative Robert A. Brady; and Legislative Assistant for former State Representative and current Congressman Dwight Evans; and WHEREAS, In November 2016, Representative Fitzgerald attained a new role as State Representative for the 203rd Legislative District in Northwest Philadelphia, a position she fulfills with remarkable dedication and passion; and WHEREAS, Representative Fitzgerald’s resilience and determination are evident in her overcoming personal and professional challenges, pursuing higher education while raising a family, and addressing critical …
CITY COUNCIL
This Resolution was ADOPTED.
CITY COUNCIL
This Resolution was Introduced and Ordered Placed On Next Week's Final Passage Calendar.