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Naming and designating the Ogontz Branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia, located at 6017 Ogontz Avenue, as the "David Cohen Ogontz Branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia".
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WHEREAS, David Cohen was a dedicated public servant who served as an 8th District Councilman from 1968 through early 1971 and as Councilman at Large from 1980 until his death in October 2005; and
WHEREAS, Councilman Cohen was a strong advocate for people all over the city and was known as the person who you can turn to for help; and
WHEREAS, For nearly 30 years, Councilman Cohen, his wife Florence and members of the Ogontz Area Neighbors Association relentlessly fought and lobbied for a library at 6017 Ogontz Avenue to serve their community; and
WHEREAS, Finally, on June 28, 1994 ground was broken for the new Ogontz Library which now serves the entire Ogontz area community, children and adults; now therefore
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA HEREBY ORDAINS:
SECTION 1. The Ogontz Branch of the Free Library, located at 6017 Ogontz Avenue, is hereby named and designated the "David Cohen Ogontz Branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia."
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