LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 2nd Annual Spring Gala by
Reverend Dr. Johnny Ray Youngblood on June 6, 2013

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 events
and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the commu-
nity and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commem-
orate the 2nd Annual Spring Gala by Reverend Dr. Johnny Ray Youngblood
on Thursday, June 6 at Mount Pisgah Baptist Church, in Brooklyn, New
York; and
WHEREAS, This year's Gala will celebrate the George H. Murray Prepara-
tory Academy of Brooklyn, New York, whose mission is to uphold an effec-
tive discipline within the private school setting; and
WHEREAS, The Reverend Dr. Johnny Ray Youngblood, Senior Pastor of
Mount Pisgah Baptist Church, has fostered the growth of the congregation
and the inception of community programs; 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
commemorate the 2nd Annual Spring Gala by Reverend Dr. Johnny Ray Young-
blood on June 6, 2013; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Reverend Dr. Johnny Ray Youngblood.