Honor Louis K. Railey

Senate Resolution No. 2476 BY: Senator COMRIE HONORING Louis K. Railey upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Senior Center Volunteer Award by the Alpha Phi Alpha Senior Citizens Center on February 8, 2020 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their profession, certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Louis K. Railey upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Senior Center Volunteer Award by the Alpha Phi Alpha Senior Citizens Center to be celebrated at its 10th Anniversary Valentine's Day Gala on Saturday, February 8, 2020, at Antun's, Queens Village, New York; and WHEREAS, Established in 1975, the Alpha Phi Alpha Senior Citizens Center provides a multi-purpose facility and services for seniors in the local community that will enhance their quality of life through its nutrition, education and health programs; and WHEREAS, Born and raised in Monrovia, Liberia, Louis K. Railey migrated to the Unites States of America to continue his college education after attending the University of Liberia for one year; and WHEREAS, Louis K. Railey worked for several years to save for tuition before enrolling at the Bronx Community College of the City University of New York (CUNY), where he received an Associate degree in Business Management; he then matriculated to Baruch College, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Finance; and WHEREAS, Upon the completion of his studies, Louis K. Railey was employed by A.G. Becker Brokerage Operation training program before being assigned to its Mergers and Acquisition Operations Department in

1981; and WHEREAS, Throughout his illustrious career, Louis K. Railey also worked for Wall Street firms UBS, Tucker Anthony Processing Mergers, and Tender Offers Instruments until his retirement in 2011; and WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to his community, Louis K. Railey is a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Senior Citizens Center where he volunteers his time as a host and member of the Advisory Council; and WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his three children, as well as his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of his life and rejoice in his many achievements; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which Louis K. Railey has displayed throughout his life; and WHEREAS, It has always been the objective of this Legislative Body to honor and support those individuals who have displayed their commitment to the betterment of their communities, and it is the intent of this Legislative Body to inscribe upon its records, this tribute to Louis K. Railey, that future generations may know and appreciate his admirable character, his many benevolent deeds, and the respect and esteem in which he is held by his peers; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Louis K. Railey upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Senior Center Volunteer Award by the Alpha Phi Alpha Senior Citizens Center; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Louis K. Railey.