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This resolution commends Team Jamaica Bickle, Inc. for hosting its Lawyers & Friends Labor of Love Inaugural Gala and supporting Caribbean athletes.
Why it matters
Highlights the critical role of community-based organizations. By recognizing Team Jamaica Bickle, Inc., the resolution underscores how such groups can directly improve quality of life and promote cultural pride among Caribbean and other diasporic communities in New York.
Acknowledges support for young athletes and educational opportunity. The resolution commends efforts that help reduce travel and participation costs for student athletes and their families, thus expanding access to prestigious competitions like the Penn Relays.
Emphasizes the importance of volunteerism and nonprofit leadership. It draws attention to the dedication of volunteers, sponsors, and leaders like Irwine G. Clare, Sr., demonstrating how committed individuals can mobilize resources and foster international community ties.
Recognizes broader regional impact. By noting Team Jamaica Bickle’s service to athletes from multiple Caribbean nations and even U.S. territories, the resolution highlights the organization’s role in strengthening cross-cultural relationships and supporting the wider Caribbean diaspora.
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Honor Team Jamaica Bickle Gala
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Senate Resolution No. 1140 BY: Senator PARKER COMMENDING Team Jamaica Bickle, Inc. upon the occasion of hosting its Lawyers & Friends Labor of Love Inaugural Gala on April 13, 2019 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend those illustrious… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 1140 BY: Senator PARKER COMMENDING Team Jamaica Bickle, Inc. upon the occasion of hosting its Lawyers & Friends Labor of Love Inaugural Gala on April 13, 2019 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend those illustrious organizations of the State of New York whose focus and intent have made a substantial impact on the quality of life in their communities; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Team Jamaica Bickle, Inc. upon the occasion of hosting its Lawyers & Friends Labor of Love Inaugural Gala on Saturday, April 13,
2019, at Swan Club, Roslyn, New York; and WHEREAS, The leading organization in sports, Team Jamaica Bickle has been providing hospitality services for Caribbean athletes at the Penn Relays since 1999; and WHEREAS, A not-for-profit organization based in New… Show allHide
2019, at Swan Club, Roslyn, New York; and WHEREAS, The leading organization in sports, Team Jamaica Bickle has been providing hospitality services for Caribbean athletes at the Penn Relays since 1999; and WHEREAS, A not-for-profit organization based in New York State, Team Jamaica Bickle has played an active role in the development and care of the athletes through its Hospitality Initiative, which has been a superb, necessary, and enriching program for the athletes; and WHEREAS, Through Team Jamaica Bickle's efforts, more athletes are able to travel to these relays, thanks to the sponsorship provided, which reduces the cost to both the families and schools; this vital organization also provides assistance to Diaspora organizations, such as Awesome Power Track Club and the Jamaica Basketball Association, NA.; and WHEREAS, Under the able leadership of its founder and CEO Irwine G. Clare, Sr., Team Jamaica Bickle truly embodies its motto, Our Athletes, Our Ambassadors; it's services extend to a delegation of approximately
650 students and coaches from Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Grenada Bahamas; and WHEREAS, Furthermore, in past years, Team Jamaica Bickle has welcomed and extended its services to delegations of students and coaches from… Show allHide
650 students and coaches from Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Grenada Bahamas; and WHEREAS, Furthermore, in past years, Team Jamaica Bickle has welcomed and extended its services to delegations of students and coaches from the United States Virgin Islands, Guyana and Barbados; and WHEREAS, Over its distinguished history, Team Jamaica Bickle has demonstrated continuous service to the residents and communities which it serves; and WHEREAS, The success of Team Jamaica Bickle is in direct correlation to the efforts of its dedicated volunteers and sponsors, whose involvement is, and always has been, characterized by an impressive commitment, an unbridled enthusiasm, and an uncompromising standard of excellence in all endeavors on behalf of the organization and the community it serves; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individuals and organizations 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 commending Team Jamaica Bickle, Inc. upon the occasion of hosting its Lawyers & Friends Labor of Love Inaugural Gala on April 13, 2019; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Team Jamaica Bickle, Inc.
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