LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Doris Jackson upon the occasion of
receiving the Martin Luther King, Jr. Award on January 13, 2010

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the
quality and character of life in the communities across New York State
are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those individ-
uals who devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its citi-
zenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Doris Jackson upon the occasion of receiving the Martin Luther King, Jr.
Award on January 13, 2010; and
WHEREAS, A woman of singular distinction, Doris Jackson has contin-
ually demonstrated extreme competence, extraordinary intelligence and
diligent leadership in her unwavering service to her community and
consequently has been designated for this most prestigious honor; and
WHEREAS, Known in the community as "Mother Jackson", Doris has been
called upon to contribute her time and talents to countless civic and
charitable endeavors and has always given of herself unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, Doris Jackson often walks door to door seeking donations for
various community events; assists individuals with personal and finan-
cial problems, reaching out to resources when she cannot personally
help; provides toys at Christmas and Easter as well as school supplies
for neighborhood children; and
WHEREAS, Additionally, Doris Jackson is actively involved with both
young and old members of her community; she was instrumental in obtain-
ing proper street signs so children may walk to school safely; and
WHEREAS, A woman of great faith, Doris Jackson is a devoted member of
Victory Temple and serves as an active missionary for her church; she
often visits the sick and those living in shelters; enabling many to
become positive members of the community; and
WHEREAS, For the past 10 years, Doris Jackson has been feeding the
needy at Thanksgiving either at her church or at the David McDaniel Elks
Lodge in Washingtonville, New York; and
WHEREAS, Furthermore, Doris Jackson has shown a tremendous interest in
and understanding of the mission of the Hispanic Resource Center;
despite a negative perception of the day laborers and resistance of her
friends and neighbors, she never became discouraged and took some of her
family members and friends to the Center to introduce them; and
WHEREAS, Doris Jackson also helped prepare and joined in a community
Thanksgiving dinner at the Hispanic Center, enjoying a meal where culi-
nary cultures were shared; in addition, she has invited the Hispanic
Resource Center to become a part of events organized at Columbus Park
and at the Elks Lodge; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of her community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Doris Jackson has stood constant in
dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, Doris Jackson makes Martin Luther King's dream a reality as
she helps bridge the cultural divide between the African American and
Latin American communities; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Doris Jackson has displayed through-
out her life; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Doris Jackson upon the occasion of receiving the Martin Luther
King, Jr. Award on January 13, 2010; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Doris Jackson.