Bill Text: NY J01964 | 2019-2020 | General Assembly | Introduced

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Bill Title: Honoring Reverend Edward-Richard O. Hinds upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by the GODSQUAD, 67th Precinct Clergy Council

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2019-06-14 - ADOPTED [J01964 Detail]

Download: New_York-2019-J01964-Introduced.html

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Senate Resolution No. 1964

BY: Senator PARKER

        HONORING Reverend Edward-Richard O. Hinds upon the
        occasion  of his designation for special recognition
        by the GODSQUAD, 67th Precinct Clergy Council,  Inc.
        on June 24, 2019

  WHEREAS, It is incumbent upon the people of the State of New York to
recognize   and  acknowledge  those  within  our  midst  who  have  made
significant contributions to the quality of life therein; and

  WHEREAS, From time to time  this  Legislative  Body  takes  note  of
certain  extraordinary  individuals  it  wishes  to  recognize for their
valued contributions to the success and progress of society and publicly
acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the basic humanity among
us all; and

  WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly  proud  to  honor  Reverend
Edward-Richard O. Hinds upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition  by  the GODSQUAD, 67th Precinct Clergy Council, Inc., to be
celebrated at  its  5th  Annual  Evening  of  Remembrance  &  Reflection
Reception To End Gun Violence on Monday, June 24, 2019; and

  WHEREAS,  The 67th Precinct Clergy Council, founded on its religious
affinity, is a charitable organization providing  relief  to  distressed
and underprivileged community members; and

  WHEREAS,  Comprised  of local pastors, associate pastors, ministers,
elders  and  evangelists,  the   organization   focuses   on   lessening
neighborhood tensions and the burdens on government, combating community
deterioration  and  juvenile  delinquency, and acting as a liaison among
law enforcement, community members, and their congregations; and

  WHEREAS, Reverend Edward-Richard O. Hinds has been  called  upon  to
contribute  his  time  and  talents  to  countless  civic and charitable
endeavors and has always given of himself unstintingly; and

  WHEREAS, The success of the GODSQUAD is in direct correlation to the
efforts of its dedicated Secretary, Reverend  Edward-Richard  O.  Hinds,
whose   involvement  is,  and  always  has  been,  characterized  by  an
impressive commitment, an unbridled enthusiasm,  and  an  uncompromising
standard  of  excellence  in all endeavors on behalf of the organization
and the community it serves; and

  WHEREAS, Rare indeed  is  the  impressive  dedication  shown  by  an
individual  for  the  benefit of others which Reverend Edward-Richard O.
Hinds has displayed throughout his 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
Reverend Edward-Richard O. Hinds, that future generations may  know  and
appreciate  his  admirable character, his many benevolent deeds, and the

respect and esteem in which he is held by his peers; now, therefore,  be
it

  RESOLVED,  That  this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor  Reverend  Edward-Richard  O.  Hinds  upon  the  occasion  of  his
designation  for  special  recognition  by  the  GODSQUAD, 67th Precinct
Clergy Council, Inc.; and be it further

  RESOLVED, That a copy of this  Resolution,  suitably  engrossed,  be
transmitted to Reverend Edward-Richard O. Hinds.