City Council:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON, NEW YORK,
HONORING DR. DIANE KAYE WILLIAMS
Whereas, Dr. Diane Kaye Williams has dedicated more than three decades to serving marginalized communities through her work in healthcare, advocacy, and environmental justice, and currently leads Adopt Clean Energy in Mount Vernon and New Rochelle as part of NYSERDA's Clean Heating and Cooling Campaign; and
Whereas, Dr. Williams is the co-founder of Environmental Leaders of Color (ELOC), an organization committed to promoting climate and environmental education among high school students in Westchester County, with a particular focus on those most vulnerable to the effects of climate change; and
Whereas, the work of Dr. Williams and ELOC addresses the urgent need for climate change education-emphasizing understanding its impacts, implementing effective mitigation strategies, and developing sustainable solutions that empower the next generation of leaders; and
Whereas, statistics reveal that high school students in the county's most climate-impacted areas are not taking the recommended number of STEM or environmental courses under state education guidelines, underscoring the importance of Dr. Williams's tireless efforts to close this educational gap; and
Whereas, through education, advocacy, and innovative programming-such as the award-winning "Don't Strain Your Drain" campaign-Dr. Williams has consistently demonstrated a steadfast commitment to equipping young people and communities with the knowledge and tools necessary to confront climate change and build a more sustainable future; and
Whereas, the City Council of Mount Vernon recognizes the invaluable contributions of Dr. Diane Kaye Williams in advancing climate education, fostering environmental stewardship, and uplifting youth within our community and beyond; Now, Therefore, Be It
Resolved, that the City Council of Mount Vernon hereby honors and commends DR. DIANE KAYE WILLIAMS for her except...
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