Honor Asia Lee Recognition

Senate Resolution No. 306 BY: Senator MARCELLINO HONORING Asia Lee upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by The Townwide Fund of Huntington, Inc., on February 9, 2017 WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to recognize that the quality and character of life in the communities across New York State are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those organizations and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its citizenry; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Asia Lee upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by The Townwide Fund of Huntington, Inc., to be celebrated at its Valentine's Day Red Tie Gala on Thursday, February 9, 2017, at the Oheka Castle, Cold Spring Hills, New York; and WHEREAS, The Townwide Fund of Huntington, Inc. was founded in 1961, by a group of private citizens who wanted to raise funds within the community to assist the local charities which make our society stronger; and WHEREAS, For more than 50 years, The Townwide Fund of Huntington, Inc. has continually raised funds and infused local organizations with the support they need to provide health and human services to the residents of the Town of Huntington; and WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents an opportunity for The Townwide Fund of Huntington, Inc. to recognize Asia Lee of Asia Lee Fine Art; she is an exceptional individual with a big heart, who proudly and enthusiastically supports the Fund; and WHEREAS, In her 20 years of experience, Asia Lee has photographed personalities from Madonna, to Michael Jackson, to Joe Torre, to President George Bush; and WHEREAS, Asia Lee's phenomenal work made history when she became the first female sports photographer for the USTA, and she continues to break traditional molds through her unique artistic style; and WHEREAS, While her resume boasts of celebrity clients, Asia Lee's true passion is capturing the beauty of everyday moments; her images focus on bringing out the extraordinary beauty of ordinary life; and WHEREAS, Asia Lee has been called upon to contribute her time and talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and has always given of herself unstintingly; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which Asia Lee has displayed throughout her life; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Asia Lee upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by The Townwide Fund of Huntington, Inc., on February 9,