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J793Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Kenneth Mbonu Resolution

Official title

“Honoring Kenneth Mbonu for special recognition by the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce at its Black History Month Celebration”

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

What's happening

This resolution honors Kenneth Mbonu for his community service and recognition by the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce during Black History Month.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the role of local leadership. By honoring Kenneth Mbonu, the resolution emphasizes the importance of active, effective leaders in neighborhood business improvement, showcasing how such individuals drive community development and cohesion.

  2. Reinforces the value of civic engagement. The resolution recognizes years of volunteerism and public service, signaling to others that community involvement and charitable work are worthy of formal recognition and can lead to tangible acknowledgment from government bodies.

  3. Promotes representation during Black History Month. Honoring Mbonu as part of the Black History Month Celebration underscores the significance of celebrating Black leaders and their contributions, which helps foster a sense of inclusion and highlights positive role models within the community.

  4. Strengthens ties between government and local organizations. By involving the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce and referencing the work done in Flatbush-Nostrand, the resolution illustrates the collaborative efforts between public institutions and community organizations to achieve shared goals.

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Honor Kenneth Mbonu Resolution

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kevin S. Parker

Senator · Senate District 21

No co-sponsors yet.

History

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

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 793 BY: Senator PARKER HONORING Kenneth Mbonu upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce at its Black History Month Celebration WHEREAS, Individuals who give of their time and… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 793 BY: Senator PARKER HONORING Kenneth Mbonu upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce at its Black History Month Celebration WHEREAS, Individuals who give of their time and energies and serve the best interests of their communities are an asset beyond remuneration and cannot be sufficiently extolled; and WHEREAS, Kenneth Mbonu, Executive Director of the Flatbush-Nostrand Junction Business Improvement District, has given not only of his time and energies but also of his competence, intelligence and leadership and consequently has been designated for special honor; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Kenneth Mbonu upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce at its Black History Month Celebration on Thursday, February 16, 2017, at the Weeksville Heritage Center in Brooklyn, New York; and WHEREAS, Kenneth Mbonu is being saluted for his outstanding work and significant contributions to the great borough of Brooklyn; and WHEREAS, Kenneth Mbonu has been called upon to contribute his time and talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and has always given of himself unstintingly; and WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a period of constructive involvement, Kenneth Mbonu has stood constant in dignity, good grace and humor; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which Kenneth Mbonu has displayed throughout his life; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to Kenneth Mbonu upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce at its Black History Month Celebration; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Kenneth Mbonu.

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