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J113Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor H. Carl McCall

Official title

“Commending H. Carl McCall for special recognition as the 2016 Gala Honoree by the Hudson Valley Community College Foundation”

Sponsor Neil D. BreslinSD-44+1 co-sponsor
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors H. Carl McCall as the 2016 Gala Honoree by the Hudson Valley Community College Foundation for his distinguished public service.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of public service and educational leadership. by recognizing H. Carl McCall's extensive roles—including as Chairman of SUNY Trustees and President of the NYC Board of Education—which have shaped state and local education policy.

  2. Draws attention to the value of diversity and representation in government. , as McCall’s career spans positions such as New York State Senator, State Comptroller, and international and regional appointments, reflecting a legacy of breaking barriers and serving varied communities.

  3. Underscores the significance of the Educational Opportunity Center’s mission. by linking McCall’s recognition to the Center’s 50th anniversary, thereby spotlighting efforts to expand educational access for underserved populations in New York.

  4. Encourages civic recognition of exemplary individuals. as a means to inspire continued public engagement and uphold standards of excellence in community and professional life.

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Honor H. Carl McCall

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Neil D. Breslin

Senator · Senate District 44

1 Co-sponsor

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 113 BY: Senator BRESLIN COMMENDING H. Carl McCall upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition as the 2016 Gala Honoree by the Hudson Valley Community College Foundation WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 113 BY: Senator BRESLIN COMMENDING H. Carl McCall upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition as the 2016 Gala Honoree by the Hudson Valley Community College Foundation WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to those distinguished citizens who devote their time and energies to the service of their community and profession, participating in civic affairs and enhancing the character and quality of life for all citizens; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend H. Carl McCall upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition as the 2016 Gala Honoree by the Hudson Valley Community College Foundation to be celebrated at its annual gala to celebrate the Educational Opportunity Center's 50th Anniversary "Golden Opportunities" on Friday, October 14, 2016; and WHEREAS, H. Carl McCall was appointed Chairman of the State University of New York Board of Trustees on October 17, 2011; he has been a passionate advocate for public education; and WHEREAS, H. Carl McCall served as President of the New York City Board of Education from 1991-1993, where he set policy for the largest school system in the nation and as the Chairman of the Public Higher Education Conference Board; and WHEREAS, This esteemed man has had a distinguished career as a public servant; from 1993 to 2002, H. Carl McCall served as Comptroller of the State of New York; in addition, he served three terms as a New York State Senator representing upper Manhattan; as an Ambassador to the United Nations; as a Commissioner of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey; and as the Commissioner of the New York State Division of Human Rights; and WHEREAS, His long and distinguished service to the people of New York and the populations served by the Educational Opportunity Center's throughout the state are to be commended; and WHEREAS, It is the practice 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; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend H. Carl McCall upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition as the 2016 Gala Honoree by the Hudson Valley Community College Foundation; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to H. Carl McCall.

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