LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Chinese Community Center of the Capi-
tal District of New York Inc., upon the occasion of celebrating its 40th
Anniversary on June 8, 2013

WHEREAS, Organizations serving the interests of the people of this
Empire State merit the commendation of this Legislative Body; and
WHEREAS, Chinese Community Center of the Capital District of New York
Inc. has been making a difference in the quality of life of the people
of the Empire State by serving as a resource for members of the Chinese
American community and all interested in Chinese language and culture
for 40 years; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Chinese
Community Center of the Capital District of New York Inc., upon the
occasion of celebrating its 40th Anniversary; this milestone event will
be celebrated with a day of performances, exhibits, discussions and a
Reception at the Center, on June 8, 2013, in Latham, New York; and
WHEREAS, The mission of Chinese Community Center of the Capital
District of New York is to foster and enhance the sense of friendship
and unity among its community through community services and cultural
and educational programs; and
WHEREAS, Chinese Community Center of the Capital District of New York
began 40 years ago with 16 families; today it proudly boasts approxi-
mately 1000 members, and owns its building in Latham, New York; and
WHEREAS, Chinese Community Center of the Capital District of New York
operates a Chinese school which serves 400 students and offers 60 class-
es; the largest school of its type in New York State outside of New York
City, it includes language and academics every semester, as well as a
summer culture and academics enrichment program; and
WHEREAS, Chinese Community Center of the Capital District of New York
not only fosters ethnic pride, it also enhances the profile of cultural
diversity within New York State, strengthening the fabric of community
life through its many annual activities that promote Chinese culture,
including participation in Albany, New York's Festival of Nations,
Chinese New Year celebrations, and regular enrichment opportunities; and
WHEREAS, This occasion presents an opportunity for this Legislative
Body to recognize and pay tribute to Chinese Community Center of the
Capital District of New York; and
WHEREAS, In so effectively carrying out its mission, Chinese Community
Center of the Capital District of New York has demonstrated the value of
cultural institutions that provide resources and information to their
members, thereby enhancing all of society; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Chinese Community Center of the Capital District of New York
Inc. upon the occasion of celebrating its 40th Anniversary; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Chinese Community Center of the Capital District of New York
Inc.