Senate Resolution No. 2476

BY: Senator COMRIE

HONORING Louis K. Railey upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of the Senior Center
Volunteer Award by the Alpha Phi Alpha Senior
Citizens Center on February 8, 2020

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and
sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their
profession, certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all
the citizens of this great Empire State; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Louis K. Railey upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the
Senior Center Volunteer Award by the Alpha Phi Alpha Senior Citizens
Center to be celebrated at its 10th Anniversary Valentine's Day Gala on
Saturday, February 8, 2020, at Antun's, Queens Village, New York; and

WHEREAS, Established in 1975, the Alpha Phi Alpha Senior Citizens
Center provides a multi-purpose facility and services for seniors in the
local community that will enhance their quality of life through its
nutrition, education and health programs; and

WHEREAS, Born and raised in Monrovia, Liberia, Louis K. Railey
migrated to the Unites States of America to continue his college
education after attending the University of Liberia for one year; and

WHEREAS, Louis K. Railey worked for several years to save for
tuition before enrolling at the Bronx Community College of the City
University of New York (CUNY), where he received an Associate degree in
Business Management; he then matriculated to Baruch College, earning a
Bachelor of Arts degree in Finance; and

WHEREAS, Upon the completion of his studies, Louis K. Railey was
employed by A.G. Becker Brokerage Operation training program before
being assigned to its Mergers and Acquisition Operations Department in
1981; and

WHEREAS, Throughout his illustrious career, Louis K. Railey also
worked for Wall Street firms UBS, Tucker Anthony Processing Mergers, and
Tender Offers Instruments until his retirement in 2011; and

WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to his
community, Louis K. Railey is a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Senior
Citizens Center where he volunteers his time as a host and member of the
Advisory Council; and

WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his three children, as well
as his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, all of whom feel
privileged to be a part of his life and rejoice in his many
achievements; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an
individual for the benefit of others which Louis K. Railey has displayed
throughout his life; and

WHEREAS, It has always been the objective of this Legislative Body
to honor and support those individuals who have displayed their
commitment to the betterment of their communities, and it is the intent
of this Legislative Body to inscribe upon its records, this tribute to
Louis K. Railey, that future generations may know and appreciate his
admirable character, his many benevolent deeds, and the respect and
esteem in which he is held by his peers; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Louis K. Railey upon the occasion of his designation as recipient
of the Senior Center Volunteer Award by the Alpha Phi Alpha Senior
Citizens Center; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Louis K. Railey.