LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION paying tribute to The Friends United Block Asso-
ciation upon the occasion of celebrating its 13th Anniversary on June 7,
2009

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, it is the sense of this Legislative Body to pay
just tribute to The Friends United Block Association (FUBA) upon the
occasion of celebrating its 13th Anniversary Banquet on Sunday, June 7,
2009, at Glen Terrace, in Brooklyn, New York; and
WHEREAS, In conjunction with commemorating its anniversary in the
community and supporting its Youth Program, FUBA will also recognize two
distinguished individuals for special recognition and they include:
Captain Miltiadis Marmara of the 69th Precinct, and the Reverend Pierre
St.-H. Ferdinand; and
WHEREAS, These exceptional people have been called upon to contribute
their time and talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and
have always given of themselves unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, FUBA's Youth Program, which includes scholarship and educa-
tional assistance, cultural enhancement, technological enhancement and
leadership enhancement, will create a positive and nurturing environment
for children of the Canarsie community between the ages of 8 through 18;
and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and
sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their
profession, certainly have earned the recognition and the applause of
all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to pay
tribute to The Friends United Block Association upon the occasion of
celebrating its 13th Anniversary on June 7, 2009; and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Gardy Brazela, President, The Friends United Block Associ-
ation, and to the aforementioned honorees.