 Columbus is the capital of the U.S. state of Ohio. Columbus earned its nickname "The Arch City" because of the dozens of metal (formerly wooden) arches that spanned High Street at the turn of the twentieth century. The arches illuminated the thoroughfare and eventually became the means by which electric power was provided to the new streetcars. The arches disappeared with the streetcars, but are being brought back to certain areas for their historical interest. (Information provided by Wikipedia .)
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Mayor Coleman Unveils New GreenSpot Initiative |
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 29, 2008
Contact: Antone White, Mayor’s Office, 645-0849
Susan Ashbrook, Environmental Steward, 645-0807
Mayor Coleman Unveils New GreenSpot Initiative
New Initiative encourages and recognizes Columbus residents for Getting Green
(COLUMBUS) Today Mayor Michael B. Coleman along with area businesses unveiled the new GreenSpot program designed to inspire, educate and recognize those in our community who are taking steps to get green. The first City of Columbus GreenSpot was given to Elizabeth Lessner and Carmen Owens Co-owners of the Surly Girl Saloon.
“I’m proud to see new ways that Columbus residents of all ages, students, businesses and others are getting involved and Getting Green,” said Mayor Coleman. “GreenSpot will recognize and encourage everyone in Columbus to step up and do some simple tasks to help protect our environment and save money in the process. I encourage everyone to get involved.”
The new GreenSpot program is an innovative approach to learning what people can do each day to protect the environment and it’s a way for Columbus residents, businesses and community groups to be recognized for the work they are doing to promote a sustainable future which means that we are using our resources in a responsible way that will conserve and protect them for future generations. |
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MAYOR ESTABLISHES INSTITUTE FOR ACTIVE LIVING |
COLUMBUS PUBLIC HEALTH – Press Release
FOR TUESDAY, JULY 15
Contact: Dan Williamson (614) 645-5300 Mayor Coleman’s Office
Jose Rodriguez (614) 645-6928 Columbus Public Health
MAYOR ESTABLISHES INSTITUTE FOR ACTIVE LIVING
Health Commissioner appoints Barb Seckler as Director
Following up on his 2008 State of the City announcement to promote healthy living, Mayor Michael B. Coleman today announced the creation of the Institute for Active Living. The Institute will work to reduce childhood obesity by increasing our residents’ access to physical activity and fresh food, and by implementing strategies to make Columbus a more active, vibrant place to live. Also today, Public Health Commissioner, Dr. Teresa Long, has named Barb Seckler as the new Director of the Institute.
“We need to protect our children by fighting their enemies - obesity and diabetes,” said Mayor Coleman. “From walking and biking to farmers markets and grocery stores, this new initiative will focus on increasing our residents’ access to fresh fruits and vegetables and physical activity.”
The Institute will be connected to The Foundation for Active Living, a fund to be established at the Columbus Foundation by the Columbus Board of Health to accept corporate and private donations to support the work of the Institute. On July 14, Columbus City Council unanimously approved ordinance 1210-2008 to help establish the fund. |
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