LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending the Town of Babylon, New York, upon
the occasion of hosting its 24th Annual Black History Month Celebration

WHEREAS, February has been designated as Black History Month in our
Nation to celebrate and recognize the contributions of the Black commu-
nity; this joyful month-long celebration is held across New York State
and America to fittingly note the contributions of African-Americans
throughout history and in all fields of endeavor; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize impor-
tant events which remind us of the rich and diverse heritage of our
great State and Nation; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
the Town of Babylon, New York, upon the occasion of hosting its 24th
Annual Black History Month Celebration, hosted by the Department of
Human Resources, on Saturday, February 25, 2012 at the Babylon Town Hall
Annex Auditorium in North Babylon, New York; and
WHEREAS, On this most auspicious occasion, the Town of Babylon will
honor the following individuals: Margie Billups as recipient of the
Economics Award; Beverly Brewster as recipient of the Community Service
Award; Sondra Cochran as recipient of the Community Service Award;
Miriam D. Couch as recipient of the Unity Award; Klyde Hunter, LCSW as
recipient of the Special Recognition Award; Delores Jenkins as recipient
of the Excellence in Education Award; and Oneida S. Lee as recipient of
the Special Recognition Award; and
WHEREAS, These individuals, who have given so selflessly of their
skills and dedication, are worthy and due full recognition for their
valued contributions to bettering the quality of life in their communi-
ty; and
WHEREAS, Our society is greatly benefited by the purposeful efforts of
individuals who unite for the cause of improving the quality of life for
others, and who proactively work toward the goal of dignity for all;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend the Town of Babylon, New York, upon the occasion of hosting its
24th Annual Black History Month Celebration; and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Town of Babylon, and the aforementioned honorees.