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Oct. 2, 2023

Fountain Hills Post Office Dedication Ceremony

Post Office Building Dedicated October 5 for Dr. C.T. Wright

What:

A dedication ceremony to be held at the Fountain Hills Post Office in honor of Dr. C.T. Wright.

Who:

Speakers:
John Morgan, Arizona/New Mexico District Manager, U.S. Postal Service
David Schweikert, Congressman, U.S. House of Representatives
Dr. Olivet James-Robinson, Niece of Dr. Wright
Ginny Dickey, Mayor, Fountain Hills, AZ

When:

9 a.m.
Thursday, October 5, 2023

Where:

Fountain Hills Post Office
16605 East Avenue of the Fountains
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

Background:

On December 27, 2022, Public Law No: 117-279 designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 16605 East Avenue of the Fountains in Fountain Hills, Arizona, as the “Dr. C.T. Wright Post Office Building.”

Dr. C.T. Wright was a dedicated educator and lifelong public servant, founding the Light of Hope Institute to promote human rights around the world. He spent the last two decades of his life serving Arizona communities in many capacities, including Chairman of the Arizona Board of Executive Clemency; member of the Fountain Hills Unified School District Governing Board; President of the Fountain Hills Kiwanis Club; and President of the Arizona African Society.

Thursday’s ceremony will mark the official designation of the postal facility.

This dedication recognizes Dr. Wright’s public service. He served his community with passion and devotion, leaving a legacy that will positively impact generations to come.

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