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J2244Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Commend HOPE Project Event

Official title

“Commending The HOPE Project upon the occasion of celebrating its 6th Annual A Taste of Hope Event”

Sponsor Kevin S. ParkerSD-21
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution commends The HOPE Project for its service to New Yorkers and celebrates its 6th Annual A Taste of Hope Event.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of workforce development programs. like The HOPE Project, which have a direct impact on reducing poverty and increasing economic self-sufficiency among New Yorkers.

  2. Draws attention to innovative job pathways. such as green careers, food industry training, and social enterprise work—that The HOPE Project offers, emphasizing the evolving needs of New York’s labor market and sustainability efforts.

  3. Recognizes the significant reach and impact. of The HOPE Project, underscoring its contributions across various boroughs and its role in strengthening community resilience citywide.

  4. Sets a precedent for legislative acknowledgment. of community-based organizations, encouraging continued support and recognition for initiatives that address unemployment and promote social mobility.

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Commend HOPE Project Event

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kevin S. Parker

Senator · Senate District 21

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History

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

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 2244 BY: Senator PARKER COMMENDING The HOPE Project upon the occasion of celebrating its 6th Annual A Taste of Hope Event WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to those organizations of high… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 2244 BY: Senator PARKER COMMENDING The HOPE Project upon the occasion of celebrating its 6th Annual A Taste of Hope Event WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to those organizations of high purpose and worthy accomplishment whose endeavors have faithfully served the welfare of the citizens of the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend The HOPE Project upon the occasion of its 6th Annual A Taste of Hope Event, to be celebrated on Tuesday, May 16, 2017, at Prince George Ballroom in Manhattan, New York; and WHEREAS, Founded in 1984, The HOPE Program was created to empower New Yorkers living in poverty to achieve employment and economic self-sufficiency; HOPE has transformed the lives of thousands of men and women across approximately all of New York City Council districts; and WHEREAS, In 2016, The HOPE Project served 450 people across Brooklyn, New York, and Bronx, New York, making lasting contributions to the sustainability of New York City communities; and WHEREAS, In addition, The HOPE Project includes HOPEworks for general careers, FOODworks for the food industry, Sustainable South Bronx for green collar careers, NYC CoolRoofs which employs New Yorkers and promotes energy efficiency and Intervine, its social enterprise which employs its graduates in green projects citywide; and WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents an opportunity for this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to The HOPE Project; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when organizations of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our attention, they should be recognized and applauded by all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend The HOPE Project upon the occasion of celebrating its 6th Annual A Taste of Hope Event; and be it further RESOLVED, That this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transited to The HOPE Project.

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