Senate Resolution No. 260

BY: Senator PARKER

        HONORING  Lea  Potter  upon  the  occasion  of her
        designation   for   special   recognition   by   ANS
        Association on January 28, 2023

  WHEREAS,  The  unity  of  our  State  and  Nation  is built upon the
compassion of individuals, such as Lea Potter, who uphold the values  of
community  life and who, through their great actions, epitomize the best
of humanity; and

  WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor  Lea  Potter
upon  the  occasion  of  her  designation for special recognition by ANS
Association to be celebrated at its  I  Am  Beautiful  Conference  Award
Ceremony  on  Saturday,  January 28, 2023, at K & L Manor, Brooklyn, New
York; and

  WHEREAS, An empowering networking  group,  ANS  Association  assists
men, women and youth with education and mentorship while providing vital
resources  and  development;  truly  dedicated  to  its  community, this
extraordinary organization supports countless  individuals  through  its
many  initiatives,  including  food  distribution,  health  care  fairs,
business expos, networking events and youth empowerment groups; and

  WHEREAS, Lea Potter has a 15-year history  of  community  leadership
and currently serves as the Residential Association President of Abraham
Lincoln  Houses;  in  this  capacity,  she  leads  a  team who are truly
dedicated to improving the  quality  of  life  of  the  individuals  and
families residing in the 1,200-unit complex; and

  WHEREAS,   Lea  Potter  and  her  team  have  implemented  countless
initiatives,  including  the  Annual  Back  to  School   Giveaway,   the
"Shred-It"  event  where  residents  shred  nearly 1,600 pounds of their
confidential documents, and a bi-weekly food distribution program; and

  WHEREAS, In June of 2021, Lea Potter coordinated with Chef  Millie's
"Full  Bellies"  organization  for  a  Juneteenth  food  giveaway, which
provided food to more  than  3,500  individuals  within  the  community;
additionally, during the COVID-19 pandemic, she and a team of volunteers
dedicated  an  unlimited  number  of  hours assisting the community with
accessing COVID testing, vaccines, and PPE equipment; and

  WHEREAS, A certified CASAC II Case  Manager,  Lea  Potter  spent  12
years  assisting  adults  who  have struggled with substance dependence,
mental  health  issues  and  homelessness  return   to   society   after
incarceration; and

  WHEREAS,  With  a steadfast and unwavering commitment to her beloved
community, this incredible woman believes strongly in investing in where
you live, emphasizing the word "unity" is in "community,"  and  together
we can help each other; and

  WHEREAS,  Rare  indeed  is  the  impressive  dedication  shown by an
individual for the benefit of others  which  Lea  Potter  has  displayed
throughout her 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
Lea  Potter,  that  future  generations  may  know  and  appreciate  her
admirable character, her many benevolent  deeds,  and  the  respect  and
esteem in which she is held by her peers; now, therefore, be it

  RESOLVED,  That  this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Lea Potter upon  the  occasion  of  her  designation  for  special
recognition by ANS Association; and be it further

  RESOLVED,  That  a  copy  of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Lea Potter.