LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Dr. Tim Law upon the occasion of his
designation by the Bensonhurst West End Community Council as the recipi-
ent of the Humanitarian of the Year Award at its Golden Anniversary Gala
on March 24, 2011

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that the quality and
character of life in the Empire State are greatly enriched by the faith-
ful and generous service of those who distinguish themselves in their
profession and in service to their community; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Dr. Tim Law upon the occasion of his designation by the Bensonhurst West
End Community Council as the recipient of the Humanitarian of the Year
Award at its Golden Anniversary Gala, to be held at The Riviera in
Brooklyn on Thursday, March 24, 2011; and
WHEREAS, The Bensonhurst West End Community Council (BWECC) proudly
acts as a guardian of the community, working diligently and creatively
to improve the quality of life of the community's residents, merchants,
and children; and
WHEREAS, This year as it celebrates 50 years of service at its Golden
Anniversary Gala, the Bensonhurst West End Community Council joyfully
honors those who have distinguished themselves in service to their
community as well as those who have supported the Council and have
helped to further its efforts; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Tim Law truly merits this high honor; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Tim Law is a retired educator and New York City Board of
Education administrator; he and his wife, Rose, have lived in Brooklyn
for more than 40 years and raised their children, Alina and Jason, in
the community; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Law earned a Master of Science degree in Guidance and
Counseling Education from Long Island University, a master's degree in
Education from New York University, and a professional diploma in School
Administration as well as a Doctor of Education degree in School Admin-
istration and Supervision from Fordham University; and
WHEREAS, Using his educational background and his 35 years of experi-
ence with various New York City agencies, Dr. Law has had a broad impact
on the BWECC community; he has helped native English speakers become
proficient in a second language and to increase their cross-cultural
understanding; he has also assisted many students who recently immi-
grated from China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and the Middle East to improve
their basic English skills, perform at or above grade level in academic
areas and enhance their self-esteem; in addition, as a Parent Advocate,
he has encouraged parents from a variety of ethnicities to take courses,
volunteer, attend PTA meetings, and participate in school policy deci-
sions; and
WHEREAS, Also, when working as an advisor to diverse non-profit organ-
izations, Dr. Law strives to help seniors and other community members by
promoting advocacy and volunteerism; he has taken the initiative to
improve the quality of life of others by conducting workshops and meet-
ings to provide legal and health advice, interpreting and translating
government regulations and policies, and teaching basic English conver-
sation skills to seniors and Mandarin to American born Chinese young-
sters; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Law has been a Member of Community Education Council
District 21 since 2009 and a Member of Community Board 11 since 2010; in
serving in these capacities he has emphasized the spirit of teamwork
with colleagues and elected officials and has touched the lives of

countless students, parents, seniors, and community members throughout
the Borough of Brooklyn; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals, such as Dr. Tim Law, who distinguish themselves in their profes-
sion and work to meet the needs of their community and its citizens with
diligence and compassionate commitment to improving the quality of life
in the community are brought to our attention, 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
commend the Bensonhurst West End Community Council and to applaud Dr.
Tim Law upon the occasion of his designation by the Council as the
recipient of the Humanitarian of the Year Award at BWECC's Golden Anni-
versary Gala on March 24, 2011; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Dr. Tim Law.