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Honor Huntington Elks' 90th Anniversary

Official title

“Commemorating the 90th Anniversary of the Huntington Elks Lodge No. 1565 on June 22, 2019”

Sponsor Jim GaughranSD-5
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution commemorates the 90th anniversary of Huntington Elks Lodge No. 1565, honoring its service to the community.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the long-standing impact of local fraternal organizations. By commemorating the Elks Lodge’s 90 years, the resolution underscores the enduring role such groups play in building community bonds and supporting civic life.

  2. Recognizes a broad range of community service. The Lodge’s involvement in veterans’ initiatives, drug awareness programs, and scholarships for graduating seniors demonstrates a multifaceted contribution to local welfare beyond social gatherings.

  3. Elevates the importance of volunteerism and philanthropy. The resolution formally commends the efforts of members past and present, signaling the value placed on sustained volunteer service and charitable giving in New York communities.

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Honor Huntington Elks' 90th Anniversary

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Jim Gaughran

Senator · Senate District 5

Chair, Local Government

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. 1980 BY: Senator GAUGHRAN COMMEMORATING the 90th Anniversary of the Huntington Elks Lodge No. 1565 on June 22, 2019 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to those fraternal organizations of high… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 1980 BY: Senator GAUGHRAN COMMEMORATING the 90th Anniversary of the Huntington Elks Lodge No. 1565 on June 22, 2019 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to those fraternal 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 commemorate the 90th Anniversary of the Huntington Elks Lodge to be celebrated at a Gala in its ballroom on Saturday, June 22, 2019; and WHEREAS, The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (BPOE) is one of the oldest and largest fraternal organizations in the world, with about one million members in more than 2,000 lodges across the United States; and WHEREAS, BPOE strives to teach the principles of Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love and Fidelity; to recognize a belief in God; to promote the welfare and enhance the happiness of its Members; to quicken the spirit of American patriotism; to cultivate good fellowship; to perpetuate itself as a fraternal organization, and to provide for its government; and WHEREAS, Holding true to the mission of the BPOE, Huntington Elks Lodge No. 1565 serves its community through numerous benevolent programs, demonstrating that Elks Care and Elks Share; in addition to various veterans initiatives, this philanthropic organization offers various drug awareness programs and provides scholarships to graduating seniors; and WHEREAS, Organizations of singular distinction such as Huntington Elks Lodge No. 1565 merit the grateful praise of the community and of the State of New York; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proudly moved to honor and commend the members of the Huntington Elks Lodge No. 1565, past and present, who have labored so conscientiously to secure and improve the quality of life for the community it serves; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 90th Anniversary of Huntington Elks Lodge No. 1565 on

June 22, 2019; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Huntington Elks Lodge No. 1565.

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