Senate Resolution No. 1116 BY: Senator PARKER COMMENDING the 67th Precinct Clergy Council upon the occasion of hosting its 13th Annual Evening of Remembrance & Reflection on June 22, 2023 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to those 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 commend the 67th Precinct Clergy Council upon the occasion of hosting its 13th Annual Evening of Remembrance & Reflection on Thursday, June 22, 2023; the fundraising event will be held at the Dyker Beach Golf Course in Brooklyn, New York; and WHEREAS, The 67th Precinct Clergy Council, Inc. is a charitable organization in New York City, and in 2010, they partnered with The GodSquad to help fight against gun violence; guided by the belief that the welfare and safety of their diverse community is a shared responsibility, they have adopted a holistic approach to help to lower youth involvement in senseless gun violence and build safer and more peaceful communities; and WHEREAS, Given their transformative model of both preventative and crisis response, they offer crime and gun violence prevention programs and training, provide support to members of the community, and offer solutions to problems arising in the 67th Precinct and across the city; and WHEREAS, The core values of The GodSquad revolve around supporting families impacted by gun violence, advocating for support and resources to rebuild communities, forging community partnerships, and empowering individuals through personal development; and WHEREAS, The organization works to help victims of gun violence and their loved ones turn pain into purpose with a distinct level of empathy after the tragedy with their holistic, faith-based approach; 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 commend the 67th Precinct Clergy Council upon the occasion of hosting its 13th Annual Evening of Remembrance & Reflection on June 22, 2023; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the 67th Precinct Clergy Council, and The GodSquad.