Senate Resolution No. 2590

BY: Senator PARKER

HONORING Faryce Moore upon the occasion of her
designation for special recognition by Stuy Park
Lions Club, Inc. on February 14, 2020

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
honor those distinguished citizens who would devote their life's work
and purpose to community service, contributing to the welfare of the
citizens of their communities and 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
Faryce Moore upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by Stuy Park Lions Club, Inc. to be celebrated at its Red
and White Sweetheart Gala on Friday, February 14, 2020, at Antun's,
Queens Village, New York; and

WHEREAS, The Stuy Park Lions Club is part of Lions Clubs
International, one of the largest service organizations in the world,
and is deeply committed to meeting the challenges of public service; and

WHEREAS, Faryce "Faye" Moore was born and raised in Brooklyn, New
York, where she attended Brooklyn Technical High School; after
graduation, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal
Justice from John Jay College of Criminal Justice of the City University
of New York; and

WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to her
community, Faye Moore worked in both the New York City Law Department
and Comptroller's Office, and in 1986, began serving as a caseworker for
Special Services for Children (now ACS); and

WHEREAS, In 1993, Faye Moore joined the Social Services Employee
Union Local 371 which represented city caseworkers; she quickly became
an active member and held the titles of Assistant to the President, Vice
President of Legal Services and President; in these leadership roles,
she testified in front of multiple government bodies, spoke on the
union's behalf in the media, and represented the union at several social
justice organizations; and

WHEREAS, After almost two decades of service to the Union, Faye
Moore returned to City service in 2011, and is currently the
Administrative Director of the Charles Moore Dance Theatre; through this
role, she partnered with Pastor Craig B. Gaddy Sr., and the Theatre took
up residence at Friendship Baptist Church; and

WHEREAS, Faye Moore joined Friendship Baptist Church on August 4,
2013, and since then, has served in numerous capacities, such as holding
the title of President of the Women's Ministry, member of the Pastor's
Aide, and Worship Leader once a month; and

WHEREAS, Faye Moore has been the proud recipient of numerous awards
and accolades from the NYC Branch of the NAACP, the DC 37 Women's

Committee, Jonah Village, Inc., New York State and City, Brooklyn
officials, and most recently, the Friendship Baptist Church; and

WHEREAS, The success of the Stuy Park Lions Club is in direct
correlation to the efforts of dedicated members such as Faryce Moore
whose involvement is, and always has been, characterized by an
impressive commitment, an unbridled enthusiasm, and an uncompromising
standard of excellence in all endeavors on behalf of the organization
and the community it serves; 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
Faryce Moore, that future generations may know and appreciate her
admirable character, her many benevolent deeds, and the respect and
esteem in which she is held by her peers; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Faryce Moore upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by Stuy Park Lions Club, Inc.; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Faryce Moore.