Senate Resolution No. 1313

BY: Senator PARKER

COMMENDING Electa Chapter No. 14, Prince Hall
Order Eastern Star, State of New York, upon the
occasion of hosting its Father Appreciation Luncheon
and Father-Daughter Dance

WHEREAS, From time to time this Legislative Body takes note of
certain extraordinary individuals and organizations it wishes to
recognize for their valued contributions to the success and progress of
society and publicly acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the
basic humanity among us all; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Electa
Chapter No. 14, Prince Hall Order Eastern Star, State of New York, upon
the occasion of hosting its Father Appreciation Luncheon and
Father-Daughter Dance, "Salute to Our Kings," on June 24, 2023, at the
Prince Hall Masonic Temple in Harlem, New York; and

WHEREAS, Chartered as a member of the Prince Hall family on June 6,
1916, Electa Chapter No. 14 has provided outstanding service to the
surrounding community for over 100 years; and

WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to providing
charity to those in need, Electa Chapter No. 14 partners with local
organizations to provide services and resources to its most marginalized
communities; and

WHEREAS, This vital organization has a proud and diverse membership
of sisters and brothers who strive to strengthen the surrounding
communities by providing initiatives which will enhance its development;
and

WHEREAS, Furthermore, Electa Chapter No. 14 strives to provide its
sisters and brothers with the necessary tools to enhance their personal
and professional growth; and

WHEREAS, The focus for 2023 will center around family, mental health
awareness, women empowerment; family; personal and professional
development; food insecurity; youth development; and
sisterhood/brotherhood; and

WHEREAS, The success of Electa Chapter No. 14 is in direct
correlation to the efforts of Worthy Matron LaShay Kyles, Worthy Patron
Errol Allen, and its dedicated members, 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, This Legislative Body is proudly moved to honor and commend
the members of Electa Chapter No. 14, 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
commend Electa Chapter No. 14, Prince Hall Order Eastern Star, State of
New York, upon the occasion of hosting its Father Appreciation Luncheon
and Father-Daughter Dance; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Electa Chapter No. 14, Prince Hall Order Eastern Star,
State of New York.