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Chairman Linda W. Cropp A PROPOSED RESOLUTION IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Chairman Linda W. Cropp, at the request of the Mayor, introduced the following resolution, which was referred to the Committee on _____. To confirm the Mayoral appointment of Ms. E. Veronica Pace as the Director of the Office on Aging. RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this resolution may be cited as the "Office on Aging E. Veronica Pace Confirmation Resolution of 1998". Sec. 2. The Council of the District of Columbia confirms the appointment of: Ms. E. Veronica Pace as the Director of the Office on Aging, in accordance with section 2 of the Confirmation Act of 1978, effective March 3, 1979, (D.C. Law 2-142; D.C. Code, sec. 1-633.7) to serve at the pleasure of the Mayor of the District of Columbia. Sec. 3. The Council of the District of Columbia shall transmit a copy of this resolution, upon its adoption, each to the nominee and to the Office of the Mayor. Sec. 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately. E. Veronica Pace Highlight of Experience: Thirty years of progressively responsible public service which has been broad and varied and has included technical, operational, administrative, adjudicative and executive level responsibilities and a run for political office (D.C. Democratic State Committee Woman, 1992). Areas of Effectiveness: Leader, planner, developer, organizer director and coordinator of programs, services, strategies and systems that respond to the needs of people. Advisor to Mayor, City Administrator, public officials on complex, controversial, confidential and sensitive issues; policy formulation and analysis. Administrator of policies, budget and fiscal matters, procurement and personnel functions, grants management, contractual services, and management information systems. Manager of comprehensive service delivery systems composed of public, private, non-profit entities and capital improvement projects. Monitor and evaluator of state and local programs and processes for overall effectiveness; reviewer of proposals for funding. Adjudicator of complaints; innovator of strategies to empower people and communities. Motivator, coalition and team-builder, team-player, trainer. Public speaker before large and small audiences; presenter before legislative and religious bodies, conferences, workshops, meetings. Performer with proven record of accomplishments; reputation for integrity, hard work, energy and problem solving; strong interpersonal skills and sensitivity to people and influences from diverse cultural, ethnic and economic backgrounds. Professional Employment: 1997-1993 Estate Manager/Personal Representative. 1993-1992 Consultant, Church Association for Community Services 1992-1991 Consultant, Episcopal Church Home 1991-1983 Executive Director/State Director, Office on Aging, D.C. Government 1983-1982 Director, Office on Consumer Protection, D.C. Government 1982-1979 Special Assistant, City Administrator, D.C. Government 1979-1978 Executive Assistant to the Special Assistant for Health Affairs, D.C. Government 1978-1977 Social Work Advisor, Maternal and Infant Care/Children and Youth, D.C. Government 1977-1970 Social Work Coordinator Maternal and Infant Care/Children and Youth, D.C. Government 1970-1968 Chief Social Worker, Area B Community Mental Health Center, D.C. Government 1968-1964 Clinical Social Worker, Public Health, D.C. Government Collateral Assignments: 1994-1991 Reviewer, Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 1991-1990 D.C. Developmental Disabilities State Planning Council 1990-1988 Ex Officio Member, D.C. Statewide Health Coordinating Council 1983-1976 Hearing Examiner, Office of Human Rights, D.C. Government 1983-1976 Appeals Examiner, D.C. Board of Appeals and Review 1979-1978 Chair, D.C. Women's Program Managers' Committee 1979-1973 Women's Program Coordinator, D.C. Department of Human Services Education: Master of Social Work (MSW), Inabel Lindsey School of Social Work, Howard University, Washington, D.C. - 1964 Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), College of Liberal Arts, Howard University, Washington, D.C. - 1962 Nursing Home Administration, Graduate Certificate, University of Maryland - 1988 Graduate Study in Public Administration, School of Public Administration, American University, 1979 - 1980 Master of Divinity Candidate (M.Div.), Wesley Theological Seminary, 1992 - present Training and Development: Completed short-term training in many areas fiscal matters, automation, leadership development, management techniques, supervision, community relations. Highlight of Awards, Recognitions: Ceremonial Resolution for Distinguished Service - 9749, Council of the District of Columbia - 1992 Metropolitan Washington Public Health Association Annual Individual Achievement Award for Outstanding Leadership in Health Care Access - 1991 Outstanding Performance Recognition, Government of the District of Columbia - 1991 Distinguished Public Service Award, Government of the District of Columbia - 1991 Community Achievement Award - U.S. Commissioner on Aging - 1990 President's Award, Board of Directors, Iona House, Inc. - 1990 Senior Citizen Caregivers' Heart Award, Institute of Gerontology, University of the District of Columbia - 1990 Calvin Coolidge High School Family and Intergenerational Award for Outstanding Contributions - 1990 San Juan Barnes Citizenship Award - 1989 Washington Center for Aging Services, Resident and Staff Award - 1989 Contributions to the Hispanic Community Citation - 1989 Sarah Turlington Award for Outstanding and Dedicated Service - 1989 Washington Urban League Meritorious Achievement Award - 1988 DHS Women's Program Meritorious Achievement Award - 1988 Model Cities Senior Citizens' Award for Dedicated Services to Senior Citizens - 1985 United Black Fund special Service Award for Dedicated Services to Senior Citizens - 1985 Public Administration Award, Club Twenty-1983 Economic Development Award, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority - 1982 Outstanding Public Servant Award, South West Neighborhood Assembly - 1981 Letters of Commendation: Bresler and Reiner, Inc., and Safeway Foods, Inc.- 1980 Outstanding Service Certificate Board of Managers, Young Women's Christian Association - 1978. Political Experience: Candidate for Democratic State Committee Woman, May 1992 primary election; received forty percent of the general vote (registered Democrats) Special Initiatives, Projects: Board of Directors, Lisner-Louise-Dickerson-Hurt Home - 1997 Board of Directors, United Seniors Health Cooperative, 1991 - 1997 Delegate, 1995 White House Conference on Aging Delegate, 1995 Pre-White House Conference on Aging - Mental Health and Aging Participant, National Institute of Health Mini-Medical School, 1995 Chair, Senior Salute Celebration Committee, 1995 Inaugural for Mayor of the District of Columbia Co-Chair, Banneker Junior High School 40th Reunion Committee - 1995 Issues Retreat Planning Committee, Wesley Theological Seminary - 1993 Highlight of Current Activities, Memberships, Affiliations: Hospice Volunteer, Washington Home and Hospice 1994-96 American Association of Retired Persons Gray Panthers, Washington, D.C. Links, Inc. Metropolitan Chapter D.C. Alliance for the Mentally ILL Canaan Baptist Church Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority References: To be provided upon request. |
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