LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending the Brooklyn Bureau of Community
Service upon the occasion of celebrating its 144th Anniversary

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 organiza-
tions and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the
community and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
the Brooklyn Bureau of Community Service upon the occasion of celebrat-
ing its 144th Anniversary, which was held on Wednesday, June 16, 2010,
at Harbour Lights Pier 17 in New York; and
WHEREAS, The theme of this fine event was "Helping Children & Youth To
Achieve Their Full Potential"; in addition, there were two special
recognition award recipients, they are: Errol Louis, Columnist, NEW YORK
DAILY NEWS; and Bill de Blasio, Public Advocate, City of New York; and
WHEREAS, The Brooklyn Bureau of Community Service is one of Brooklyn's
first and largest providers of social services to disadvantaged chil-
dren, families and adults with disabilities; and
WHEREAS, The Brooklyn Bureau of Community Service strives to empower
its clients to achieve greater economic self-sufficiency and more
rewarding participation in the community through programs that nurture
and strengthen families, protect children and enable individuals with
disabilities to achieve their full potential; and
WHEREAS, Under the exemplary leadership of its Executive Director,
Alan D. Goodman, the Brooklyn Bureau of Community Service provides
services which benefit thousands of individuals each year; and
WHEREAS, These community services include day care and after school
programs, vocational and educational preparation for emotionally
disturbed teens, family counseling and preservation, job training and
placement for individuals with disabilities as well as shelter service
for homeless women with mental illness; and
WHEREAS, Through these programs and advocacy, the Brooklyn Bureau of
Community Service works to build stronger and healthier individuals,
families and communities; and
WHEREAS, In the course of its distinguished history, the Brooklyn
Bureau of Community Service has improved the lives of countless children
and families, adapting to meet the needs of a growing population amid
rapidly changing social and economic conditions; and
WHEREAS, Organizations such as the Brooklyn Bureau of Community
Service which bring greater awareness to mental health issues, and
assist people with mental illness in their quest for dignity and inde-
pendence, profoundly enhance the quality of life for all citizens; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend the Brooklyn Bureau of Community Service upon the occasion of
celebrating its 144th Anniversary; and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Alan D. Goodman, Executive Director, of Brooklyn Bureau of
Community Service, and the aforementioned honorees.