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Resolution No, Passed , 20_
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A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE RETENTION OF JOBS AT THE
DEFENSE SUPPLY CENTER COLUMBUS
WHEREAS, the Defense Supply Center Columbus is a diverse organization of
professionals who serve the nation by providing vital repair parts to the nation's
military forces; OSCC is the 11 th largest employer in Central Ohio, with 6,000
employees who live in 40 counties across the State of Ohio; and
WHEREAS, protecting the jobs at the Defense Supply Center Columbus (OSCC)
during the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) review process is critical, as
the economic impact of the OSCC is regional, extending well beyond Franklin
County and the surrounding areas; and
WHEREAS, the OSCC effectively and efficiently manages more than 1.6 million
items, which accounts for 46 percent of the Defense Logistics Agency's total
managed items; in addition, the OSCC processes more than 5.6 million orders
annually and is responsible for more than $2.8 billion in annual sales; and
OSCC's annual payroll of $382 million generates $21.6 million in city and state
taxes; and
WHEREAS, a broad-based coalition of public officials, corporate leaders,
community leaders and other concerned stakeholders is working to convey the
message to leaders in Washington, D.C. that the OSCC and its employees are
vital to Central Ohio communities, businesses and organizations.
NOW, THE!EFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by Council of the City of Dublin, State
I of Ohio, j} of the elected members concurring that:
Section 1. We hereby join with the Greater Columbus Chamber of Commerce
in voicing support to the United States Congress for the retention of 6,100 jobs at
the OSCC, which has an annual regional economic impact of $600 million
dollars. We recognize the OSCC employees as an integral part of the Central
Ohio economy and community, as well as the national defense.
Section 2. This Resolution shall be effective upon passage as provided under
Section 4.04(a) of the Revised Charter.
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Clerk of Council
I hereby certify that copies of this
Ordinance/Resolution were posted in the
City of Dublin in accordance with Section
731.25 of the Ohio Revised Code.