LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Theresa E. Sanders upon the occasion of
receiving the Economic Empowerment Award from the Town of Babylon,
Department of Human Services on February 27, 2010

WHEREAS, It is the custom 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 honor
Theresa Sanders upon the occasion of receiving the Economic Empowerment
Award from the Town of Babylon, Department of Human Services at its 22nd
Annual Black History Month Celebration to be held on Saturday, February
27, 2010 at the Babylon Town Hall Annex, North Babylon, New York; and
WHEREAS, A woman of singular distinction, Theresa E. Sanders has
continually demonstrated extreme competence, extraordinary intelligence
and exemplary leadership in her unwavering service to her community
through her work with the Urban League of Long Island's programs, and
consequently has been designated for this most prestigious honor; and
WHEREAS, For the past 13 years, Theresa E. Sanders has diligently
served as the President and CEO of the Urban League of Long Island, an
affiliate of the National Urban League; and
WHEREAS, As the President and CEO of the Urban League of Long Island,
Theresa E. Sanders has developed direct service programs, helping to
infuse funds into the regional economy by empowering the disadvantaged
to become economically self-sufficient and socially conscious community
members; and
WHEREAS, Under her intelligent leadership, the Urban League of Long
Island has addressed key issues impacting the local communities;
furthermore, through her vision the League has formed a strategic plan
that will broaden and strengthen community services; and
WHEREAS, This progressive plan includes the development of the first
permanent home for the Urban League of Long Island as well as for the
Long Island Center for Community Empowerment, which will address Long
Island's growing demand for youth and family services; and
WHEREAS, A Harlem native, Theresa E. Sanders has previously served as
an Internal Auditor for several metropolitan New York area companies;
she was also a successful entrepreneur who secured audit contracts with
local school districts on Long Island; and
WHEREAS, Theresa E. Sanders holds a Bachelor of Science degree in
Business Management from the State University of New York at Old West-
bury, a Master's of Science degree in Instructional Technology from the
New York Institute of Technology, and has also earned several credits
towards a Master's of Science degree in Public Policy Analysis from the
State University of New York at Stony Brook; she is currently pursuing
her Ph.D. from Dowling College's School of Education; and
WHEREAS, Despite her busy professional life, Theresa E. Sanders 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, Theresa E. Sanders is a member of the Long Island Regional
Planning Council; she also serves on the Boards of the Dowling College,
Long Island Software and Technology Network, and and Tomorrow's Hope
Foundation; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Theresa E. Sanders is a member of the Long
Island Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women and the

Belmont Lake Civic Association; a woman of great faith, she is also a
devoted member of Living Hope Fellowship; and
WHEREAS, In the past, Theresa E. Sanders has served as the Regional
Vice President of the Eastern Region of the National Urban League Asso-
ciation of Executives and President of the New York State Association of
Presidents; and
WHEREAS, In recognition of her efforts of in-depth magnitude, Theresa
E. Sanders has received numerous awards and accolades; in 2004, she was
honored as one of LONG ISLAND BUSINESS NEWS' Top 50 Women; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Theresa E. Sanders has displayed
throughout 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
honor Theresa E. Sanders upon the occasion of receiving the Economic
Empowerment Award from the Town of Babylon, Department of Human Services
on February 27, 2010; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Theresa E. Sanders.