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Recognition of The Rotary Club of Carrollton-Farmers Branch and The Civic League for their place in Farmers Branch history
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At the October 23, 2018 Historical Preservation and Restoration Board meeting, the Board voted unanimously to recognize both The Rotary Club of Carrollton-Farmers Branch, and The Civic League with the "Witness to History" award. This award was created to recognize long time Farmers Branch residents and/or organizations that have contributed to the City of Farmers Branch in an outstanding manner.
The Rotary Club of Carrollton-Farmers Branch has been active since 1960. The Club's motto is "Service Above Self." This motto can be seen in action as the club provides scholarships, and mentors C-FBISD students. The Rotary Club of Carrollton-Farmers Branch has also contributed thousands of dollars to local non-profits over the years. Recent service projects include assisting in building playgrounds and planting trees.
The Civic League Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to community service. Founded in 1963, the all-volunteer group provides grants to educational, charitable, and cultural
projects. College scholarships have helped hundreds of local students achieve their educational goals.
The Rotary Club of Carrollton-Farmers Branch and The Civic League are two organizations that make Farmers Branch an outstanding City in the way of their strong and on-going support!
DISCUSSION:
To qualify for the "Witness to History" award, an individual would have to reside in Farmers Branch for 75 years or more and an organization would have to be active for 50 years or more. In addition, award winners would have to have made a significant contribution to the City.
Both organizations have had a great impact on the City of Farmers Branch. In both cases, countless hours of community service has been given in a variety of ways.
RECOMMENDATION:
City administration recommends awarding the Witness to History Award to the Carrol...
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