Bill Text: NY J00262 | 2023-2024 | General Assembly | Introduced

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Bill Title: Honoring Debbie Esther Louis upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by ANS Association on January 28, 2023

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)

Status: (Introduced) 2023-01-11 - REFERRED TO FINANCE [J00262 Detail]

Download: New_York-2023-J00262-Introduced.html

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Senate Resolution No. 262

BY: Senator PARKER

        HONORING  Debbie Esther Louis upon the occasion of
        her  designation  for  special  recognition  by  ANS
        Association on January 28, 2023

  WHEREAS,  The  unity  of  our  State  and  Nation  is built upon the
compassion of individuals, such as Debbie Esther Louis, who  uphold  the
values of community life and who, through their great actions, epitomize
the best of humanity; and

  WHEREAS,  This  Legislative  Body  is  justly  proud to honor Debbie
Esther  Louis  upon  the  occasion  of  her  designation   for   special
recognition  by  ANS  Association to be celebrated at its I Am Beautiful
Conference Award Ceremony on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at K & L Manor,
Brooklyn, New York; and

  WHEREAS, An empowering networking  group,  ANS  Association  assists
men, women and youth with education and mentorship while providing vital
resources  and  development;  truly  dedicated  to  its  community, this
extraordinary organization supports countless  individuals  through  its
many  initiatives,  including  food  distribution,  health  care  fairs,
business expos, networking events and youth empowerment groups; and

  WHEREAS, A results-driven strategist who seeks to bring out the best
in  all  by  helping  people  and  businesses  communicate  and  operate
efficiently  and  effectively,  Debbie  Esther Louis currently serves as
Secretary of her local County Committee; and

  WHEREAS, Debbie Esther Louis' illustrious  organizing  career  began
more  than  a  decade ago with a school project which propelled her to a
life of community service; as an intern for a local elected Assemblyman,
she worked closely with local residents; and

  WHEREAS, Debbie Esther Louis earned a Bachelor of Science degree  in
Psychology  with  a minor in English from CUNY York College, and later a
master's  degree  in  Industrial  Organizational   Psychology   with   a
specialization in Leadership from Touro College; and

  WHEREAS,   While   working   with   partners  at  Titans  Consulting
Strategies, Debbie Esther Louis followed her passion  for  advocacy  and
consulted  with  non-profit  government groups like Common Cause to help
improve transparency and accountability within the governing  bodies  of
New  York  City;  her  innovative  yet  effective  approach has not only
secured major victories which  have  transformed  New  York's  political
landscape,  but have ensured the advancement of ranked-choice voting and
the election of culturally- diverse candidates; and

  WHEREAS, Debbie Esther Louis is also the founder and creative genius
behind The A La Mode Experience  (ALME),  an  event  and  organizational
management firm composed of unique experiences; and

  WHEREAS, Recognizing that differences in perspectives and identities
lead  to  more  value,  Debbie  Esther Louis believes communities can be
fostered through shared connections; subsequently, ALME is now producing

summits, festivals, weddings, conferences, and large community awareness
campaigns, all with a creative, efficient, and  supportive  attitude  in
mind; and

  WHEREAS,  Given  her unique combination of education, expertise, and
creativity, Debbie Esther Louis began teaching  courses  on  leadership,
power,  and motivation at her alma mater, York College, and is currently
completing her second master's degree at Baruch College; and

  WHEREAS,  With  a  steadfast  and  unwavering  commitment   to   her
community,  Debbie  Esther  Louis  is  a  member of the Haitian-American
Caucus and serves  as  a  junior  board  member  of  the  Church  Avenue
Merchants  Block Association (CAMBA) in Brooklyn, where her versatility,
keen insight, and extensive knowledge have been a  tremendous  asset  to
nonprofit organizations working to revitalize their communities; and

  WHEREAS,  Furthermore,  she  works  on  a  shared  podcast  platform
entitled, "Building the Best Me," a series with  a  mission  to  support
women  of  color  as  they  navigate  their  personal  and  professional
journeys; and

  WHEREAS, Rare indeed  is  the  impressive  dedication  shown  by  an
individual  for  the  benefit  of  others  which Debbie Esther Louis has
displayed throughout her life; and

  WHEREAS, It has always been the objective of this  Legislative  Body
to  honor  and  support  those  individuals  who  have  displayed  their
commitment to the betterment of their communities, and it is the  intent
of  this  Legislative Body to inscribe upon its records, this tribute to
Debbie Esther Louis, that future generations may know and appreciate her
admirable character, her many benevolent  deeds,  and  the  respect  and
esteem in which she is held by her peers; now, therefore, be it

  RESOLVED,  That  this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Debbie Esther Louis upon  the  occasion  of  her  designation  for
special recognition by ANS Association; and be it further

  RESOLVED,  That  a  copy  of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Debbie Esther Louis.