LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Julia Fenner Holland upon the occasion
of her designation for special recognition by the Eureka Grand Chapter,
Order of the Eastern Star, State of New York

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 would devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its
citizenry; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Julia Fenner
Holland upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by
the Eureka Grand Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star, State of New York
on Saturday, March 19, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Julia Holland, a native North Carolinian, was born and raised
in a little town called Scotland Neck; the middle child of 11 siblings,
she received her formal education in the Halifax County Public School
System and continued her education at the North Carolina Central Univer-
sity; and
WHEREAS, Julia Holland was an active participant in the civil rights
movement during the 1960s; upon moving to Brooklyn, New York, in 1969,
she enrolled in Cornell University's School of Industrial Relations and
later completed her studies at New York State Stenotype Academy in
Manhattan; and
WHEREAS, Julia Holland grew up in a wholesome rural environment where
her parents instilled in their children the importance of sound reli-
gious values and education; she attributes her success in life to her
parents who, throughout their lives, taught that one can attain anything
in life by working hard and having faith in God; and
WHEREAS, In 1973, Julia Holland was employed by the United States
Postal Service and retired in 2003; she had 30 years of outstanding
service as an administrative aide in various areas of postal operations;
during her tenure, she held executive positions with the Postal Union;
and
WHEREAS, A staunch advocate for women's rights, Julia Holland was
elected among her peers as Northeast Regional Coordinator for Post
Office Women; in this position, she traveled widely to various foreign
countries, and to nearly every state in the Union, promoting women's
rights in the work place; her vast cultural experience has positively
impacted the lives of many people; and
WHEREAS, Julia Holland began her fraternal career in the Prince Hall
Masonic Family in 1986 when she joined the Order Eastern Star; since
becoming a member, she has served untiringly with grace and pride in
various positions; and
WHEREAS, Julia Holland voluntarily does charitable and benevolent work
in her community and across the State of New York to help make a better
life for others; her philanthropic spirit embodies the very nature of
the ethos of the Prince Hall Order Eastern Star; and
WHEREAS, Julia Holland grew up in the Baptist Church in North Carolina
and in 1988 received the right hand of fellowship at Berean Baptist
Church located in Brooklyn, New York, where she is currently a member;
and
WHEREAS, In June of 2009, Ms. Holland was elevated among her peers to
the esteemed position of Grand Worthy Matron of Eureka Grand Chapter
Prince Hall Order Eastern Star, Incorporated, for the State of New York;
in this position, she is the chief administrator of 53 subordinate chap-
ters comprised of nearly 3,000 members; and

WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her two sons, and her two
granddaughters, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of her life and
rejoice in her achievements; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a
long and sustained commitment to excellence certainly have earned the
recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Julia Fenner Holland upon the occasion of her designation for
special recognition by the Eureka Grand Chapter, Order of the Eastern
Star, State of New York; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Julia Fenner Holland.