Senate Resolution No. 306

BY: Senator MARCELLINO

HONORING Asia Lee upon the occasion of her
designation for special recognition by The Townwide
Fund of Huntington, Inc., on February 9, 2017

WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to recognize
that the quality and character of life in the communities across New
York State are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of
those organizations and individuals who would devote themselves to the
welfare of the community and its citizenry; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Asia Lee upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by
The Townwide Fund of Huntington, Inc., to be celebrated at its
Valentine's Day Red Tie Gala on Thursday, February 9, 2017, at the Oheka
Castle, Cold Spring Hills, New York; and

WHEREAS, The Townwide Fund of Huntington, Inc. was founded in 1961,
by a group of private citizens who wanted to raise funds within the
community to assist the local charities which make our society stronger;
and

WHEREAS, For more than 50 years, The Townwide Fund of Huntington,
Inc. has continually raised funds and infused local organizations with
the support they need to provide health and human services to the
residents of the Town of Huntington; and

WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents an opportunity for The
Townwide Fund of Huntington, Inc. to recognize Asia Lee of Asia Lee Fine
Art; she is an exceptional individual with a big heart, who proudly and
enthusiastically supports the Fund; and

WHEREAS, In her 20 years of experience, Asia Lee has photographed
personalities from Madonna, to Michael Jackson, to Joe Torre, to
President George Bush; and

WHEREAS, Asia Lee's phenomenal work made history when she became the
first female sports photographer for the USTA, and she continues to
break traditional molds through her unique artistic style; and

WHEREAS, While her resume boasts of celebrity clients, Asia Lee's
true passion is capturing the beauty of everyday moments; her images
focus on bringing out the extraordinary beauty of ordinary life; and

WHEREAS, Asia Lee has been called upon to contribute her time and
talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and has always given
of herself unstintingly; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an
individual for the benefit of others which Asia Lee has displayed
throughout her life; and

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when
individuals 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
honor Asia Lee upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by The Townwide Fund of Huntington, Inc., on February 9,
2017; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Asia Lee.