Label
RIA: Telly Award: Magic of the Old West End
Title
Recognizing Magic of the Old West End on Winning a Telly Award
Summary
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
WHEREAS, Magic of the Old West End, produced by WGTE Public Media, has brought national attention to Toledo by earning a prestigious Telly Award, which honors excellence in video and television across all screens; and
WHEREAS, the program showcases the rich history, diverse stories, and architectural splendor of the Old West End neighborhood, capturing the unique spirit and enduring legacy of one of the city’s most treasured communities; and
WHEREAS, Magic of the Old West End documents the legacy of this extraordinary neighborhood as it experienced and contributed to pivotal moments in American history, particularly the Civil Rights Movement and the LGBTQ Rights Movement; and
WHEREAS, Magic of the Old West End offers an insightful, heartfelt, and visually compelling portrayal of a community whose resilience, activism, and inclusivity have made a lasting impact both locally and nationally; and
WHEREAS, this film would not have been possible without the hard work and dedication of WGTE staff Nathan Potgieter, Caleb Johnson, Nathan Hursh, and Ray Miller, film sponsors, and current and former Old West End residents who shared their experiences.
NOW, THEREFORE, Be it resolved by the Council of the City of Toledo:
SECTION 1. That we congratulate and commend Magic of the Old West End for their outstanding achievement and recognize the Old West End as a vital part of our city’s history; and
SECTION 2. That this Resolution shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest period allowed by law.
Adopted: July 15, 2025: yeas 12, nays 0.
Attest:
Julie A. Gibbons Carrie Hartman
Clerk of Council President of Council
Approved: July 17, 2025
Wade Kapszukiewicz
Mayor