Bill Text: NY K00447 | 2019-2020 | General Assembly | Introduced
Bill Title: Recognizing May 2019, as Lower East Side History Month
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 2-0)
Status: (Passed) 2019-05-22 - adopted [K00447 Detail]
Download: New_York-2019-K00447-Introduced.html
Assembly Resolution No. 447 BY: M. of A. Epstein RECOGNIZING May 2019, as Lower East Side History Month WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to honor and commemorate the proud and distinguished histories of the neighborhoods which comprise the noble body of this great Empire State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to recognize May 2019, as Lower East Side History Month; and WHEREAS, Each year in May, Lower East Side cultural and civic groups, small businesses and residents create a variety of public events, exhibits, tours, and learning opportunities to highlight the unique cultures in different parts of its neighborhood; and WHEREAS, Lower East Side History Month emphasizes the diversity, small businesses and artistic achievements of the Lower East Side, a neighborhood in the southeastern part of the New York City borough of Manhattan which includes the East Village, Chinatown, Two Bridges and Loisaida; and WHEREAS, Conceived and launched by Fourth Arts Block and Downtown Art, in partnership with various cultural and community groups, Lower East Side History Month aims to connect its present to its past, exploring how its history can inform and inspire its future; and WHEREAS, The Lower East Side has always welcomed immigrants and helped set them on a path to becoming independent and strong New Yorkers; and WHEREAS, Of historic origin, and remaining fruitful over the ebb and flow of decades of growth and change, the Lower East Side continues to provide the quintessential quality of life for its residents; and WHEREAS, The residents of the Lower East Side have a bright outlook for the future of their community, which remains a beautiful place in which to live and raise a family; and WHEREAS, In recognition of the Lower East Side's rich history and enduring contribution to the State of New York, this Legislative Body is proud to pay tribute to this spirited neighbored; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to recognize May 2019, as Lower East Side History Month; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Fourth Arts Block and Downtown Art.