2011-J943

Honoring Dr. Marcella Maxwell upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Lucille Rose Living Legend Award

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2011-J943


LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Dr. Marcella Maxwell, educator and
community activist, upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of
the Lucille Rose Living Legend Award by the NAACP Brooklyn Branch

WHEREAS, It is incumbent upon the people of the State of New York to
recognize and acknowledge those within our midst who have made signif-
icant contributions to the quality of life therein; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Dr.
Marcella Maxwell upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of
the Lucille Rose Living Legend Award by the NAACP Brooklyn Branch on
Wednesday, May 11, 2011 ; and
WHEREAS, This special event is the NAACP Brooklyn Branch's Annual
Freedom Fund Reception; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Marcella Maxwell is the former Director of Development
and Government Affairs at Concord Family Services in Brooklyn; and
WHEREAS, A recipient of a Ford Foundation Scholarship, Dr. Maxwell
earned both her bachelor's and master's degrees in elementary education
from Long Island University; she also received her doctorate in educa-
tional administration and supervision from Fordham University; and
WHEREAS, Currently a clinical supervisor of Teaching Fellows at Brook-
lyn College, Dr. Marcella Maxwell is nurturing the next generation of
educators; she is involved in several outreach projects through her
membership in organizations, including the Greater New York Links, Delta
Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and the Women's Forum; and
WHEREAS, A true asset to society, Dr. Marcella Maxwell's distinguished
record merits the recognition and respectful tribute of this Legislative
Body; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Dr. Marcella Maxwell, educator and community activist, upon the
occasion of her designation as recipient of the Lucille Rose Living
Legend Award by the NAACP Brooklyn Branch; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Dr. Marcella Maxwell.

actions

  • 17 / Mar / 2011
    • REFERRED TO FINANCE
  • 22 / Mar / 2011
    • REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
  • 22 / Mar / 2011
    • ADOPTED

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