HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-01 Special Resolution Recognizing and Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of CUTrageOus Barber & Beauty Salon* �1
SPECIAL RESOLUTION NO. 2026-01
A SPECIAL RESOLUTION OF THE SOUTH BEND COMMON COUNCIL
RECOGNIZING AND CELEBRATING THE 25th ANNIVERSARY OF CUTRAGEOUS
BARBER AND BEAUTY SALON
Otis (OD) Davis started his barbershop, which he named, "CUTrageOus Barber & Bcauty
Salon" on February 10, 2001; and
Ofirmetsif, CUTrageOus Barber & Beauty Salon in South Bend reached its twenty-five (25) year
milestone on February 10, 2026; and
OfirsovaeS CUTrageOus Barber & Beauty Salon is known for its community -focused atmosphere
, and experienced staff, Otis (OD) Davis, Dawon "Weezie" Griffin, Orlando "DO" Murphy, Karen
Copley, long-term barbers, and Cheryl Hayes who has mentored many over her decade -long
career; and
Wigwam CUTrageOus' customers praise the friendly staff, quality cuts, and clean environment,
noting it's a popular spot for both men and women's hair services; and
Ifiansi, in a review, a customer wrote, "OD is the man; I want to go nowhere else to get my haircut
even if I had to wait ten (10) years, nothing but love for this place"; and
in another review, a customer wrote, "I enjoy going there not only for the great Cut, but
for the conversation; sometimes you might even see somebody you haven't seen in years, just a
great atmosphere"; and
0/lams on November 16, 2017, Otis and Sanita Davis were featured in a 57 Minute Miracle
segment by ABC57, highlighting their impact on the local community; and
Ofie, CUTrageOus has participated in health outreach initiatives, such as hosting health
screenings in partnership with organizations like 100 Black Men of Greater South Bend to provide
accessible checkups for local men; and
CUTrageOus Barber & Beauty Salon has demonstrated its commitment to our youth
through initiatives like Hair Kutz 4 Kids, which provided free haircuts to families in need; and
CUTrageOus Barber & Beauty Salon continues to be a beacon of light, joy, and positive
fellowship for many in our City of South Bend.
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Waltan.1. behalf of the citizens of the City of South Bend, Indiana, we are pleased to recognize
and celebrate CUTrageOus Barber & Beauty Salon as it celebrates its 25th year of operation.
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Wetsonii. The City of South Bend acknowledges the many contributions, in all their forms, made
by CUTrageOus Barber & Beauty Salon throughout the history of the City.
Waytken. III. The South Bend Common Council resolves to encourage CUTrageOus Barber &
Beauty Salon to continue its outstanding community service of barbering and grooming for the
residents of South Bend and its surrounding areas.
046ton, II. This Resolution shall be effective immediately upon passage by the South Bend
Common Council.
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anneth Lee, Cou cil President &
1st District Representative
South Bend Common Council
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Sharon McBride, 3rd District
Representative
South Bend Common Council
Sherry )'olden -Simpson, 5th District
Representative
South Bend Common Council
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Rachel Tomas Morgan, At -Large
Council Representative
South Bend Common Council
Dr. Oliver r .—%is, At -Large Council
Representative
South Bend Common Council
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OpheiiaGooden-Rodgers, 2nd District
Representative
South Bend Common Council
Troy wa er, 4th District
Representative
South Bend Common Council
Sheila NiezgodiVice Pres
ident &
6th District Representative
South Bend Common Council
Karen L. White, At -Large Council
Representative
South Bend Common Council