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File #: TMP -870    Version: 1
Type: Resolution Status: Adopted
File created: 9/6/2024 In control: City Council
On agenda: 9/11/2024 Final action: 9/25/2024
Title: City Council: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Mount Vernon, New York, Recognizing the Commitment and Service of Amirah Roberts (at YCOP's 2024 Annual Benefit & Recognition Gala)
Sponsors: HR

City Council:

 

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF

THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON, NEW YORK

RECOGNIZING THE COMMITMENT AND

SERVICE OF AMIRAH ROBERTS

Whereas,                     the great City of Mount Vernon, NY, joins together to recognize the commitment and service of AMIRAH ROBERTS; and

Whereas,                     AMIRAH ROBERTS began her work with Y-COP as an after-school counselor; and

Whereas,                     AMIRAH ROBERTS has dedicated her post-secondary education to elementary and childhood education. With a well-rounded knowledge of general and special education, Ms. Roberts began her teaching career with the Mount Vernon City School District as a substitute teacher. She gained a healthy rapport with the district staff, children, and parents there.  Simultaneously, she began working with Y-COP during the after-school hours. In 2019, Ms. Roberts became a full-time employee with the agency and continued to show her unwavering dedication to the children in the program. With her strong academic skills and passion for the well-being and development of children, she has paved a steady path upward at Y-COP. From being a Counselor to a Supervisor, to Administrative Staff to a Site Director, to an educator and mentor; and

Whereas,                     we are grateful that Ms. Roberts is being honored tonight by Y-COP with the Educator of the Year Award for her outstanding dedication, love for learning, and service to our community; Now, Therefore, be it

Resolved,                     that the City Council joins with the citizens of the City of Mount Vernon, NY, and the Y-COP family in recognition of AMIRAH ROBERTS for her exceptional contributions to academic learning.  Her passion and commitment have profoundly impacted Y-COP's young minds and laid a strong foundation for their future education and growth. Ms. Roberts, thank you for your time, energy, and unwavering support to Y-COP.