2025-J1059

Commemorating the Carlos Lezama Archives and Caribbean Cultural Center's Lunch by the Bay honoring Paul Romeo as 2025 Father of the Year on June 29, 2025

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2025-J1059


Senate Resolution No. 1059

BY: Senator PARKER

COMMEMORATING the Carlos Lezama Archives and
Caribbean Cultural Center's "Lunch by the Bay"
honoring Paul Romeo as 2025 Father of the Year on
June 29, 2025

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to honor and
recognize the contributions of cultural institutions and individuals who
preserve heritage, foster community pride, and uplift the voices of the
Caribbean-American diaspora; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
traditions, this Legislative Body is proud to commemorate the Carlos
Lezama Archives and Caribbean Cultural Center's "Lunch by the Bay," a
signature celebration of heritage, family, and excellence, to be held on
Sunday, June 29, 2025; and

WHEREAS, Held annually in honor of Father's Day, this cherished
event uplifts community values, celebrates legacy, and recognizes the
vital role of fatherhood within the Caribbean cultural experience; and

WHEREAS, In 2025, the Carlos Lezama Archives and Caribbean Cultural
Center proudly honors Paul Romeo as Father of the Year, in recognition
of his unwavering dedication to family, his exemplary character, and his
deep commitment to community service and cultural preservation; and

WHEREAS, Paul Romeo's selection as Father of the Year reflects not
only his personal integrity and achievements, but also the importance of
honoring men who serve as role models, nurturers, and leaders across
generations; and

WHEREAS, The Carlos Lezama Archives and Caribbean Cultural Center,
founded in memory of the late cultural icon Carlos Lezama, continues to
preserve and celebrate the contributions of Caribbean people to the
fabric of New York life through education, performance, and community
engagement; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to join in this joyous
occasion, and to recognize both the celebration and its distinguished
honoree for their contributions to cultural preservation and community
uplift; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the Carlos Lezama Archives and Caribbean Cultural Center's
2025 "Lunch by the Bay," to be held on June 29, 2025, and to honor Paul
Romeo as Father of the Year, with gratitude for his dedication and
leadership; and be it further

RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the Carlos Lezama Archives and Caribbean Cultural Center
and to Paul Romeo.

actions

  • 16 / May / 2025
    • REFERRED TO FINANCE
  • 20 / May / 2025
    • REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
  • 20 / May / 2025
    • ADOPTED

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