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File #: TMP -1410    Version: 1
Type: Ordinance Status: Adopted
File created: 5/20/2025 In control: City Council
On agenda: 5/28/2025 Final action: 5/28/2025
Title: City Council: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Mount Vernon, New York, Recognizing the Extraordinary Work and Service of the Delta Nu Sigma Alumnae Mt. Vernon Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
Sponsors: LPW
Attachments: 1. Delt Nu Sigma Chpt Sigma Gamma Rho 5.2025

City Council:

 

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF

THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON, NEW YORK

RECOGNIZING THE EXTRAORDINARY

WORK AND SERVICE OF THE

DELTA NU SIGMA ALUMNAE CHAPTER

of SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC.

Whereas,                     the great City of Mount Vernon, New York, proudly comes together to recognize and celebrate the outstanding service, commitment, and sisterhood of the DELTA NU SIGMA ALUMNAE CHAPTER of SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC.; and

Whereas,                     SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC., founded on November 12, 1922, by seven educators in Indianapolis, Indiana, has remained unwavering in its mission to uplift communities through sisterhood, leadership, and service; and

Whereas,                     the DELTA NU SIGMA ALUMNAE CHAPTER was officially chartered on May 3, 1975, in Mount Vernon, New York, by seven pioneering women-Pauline Aska, Olive Campbell, Hortense Jones, Shirley Kemp, Barbara Perry, Myrna Ross, and Alice Scott-who sought to extend the Sorority’s noble mission at the local level; and

Whereas,                     for nearly five decades, the Chapter has made a profound impact across Mount Vernon and Westchester County through its initiatives in youth scholarships, health awareness, hunger relief, community beautification, and countless acts of philanthropy and volunteer service; and

Whereas,                     the Chapter’s affiliates-the Philos, Rhoers, and Rhosebuds-together with its dedicated members, have consistently demonstrated an enduring commitment to excellence, leadership, and civic engagement; Now, Therefore, be it

 

Resolved,                     that the City Council of the City of Mount Vernon, New York, on behalf of its residents, proudly honors and commends the extraordinary contributions of the Delta Nu Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. for its exemplary record of community service, advocacy, and empowerment.  We extend our deepest appreciation and gratitude for your continued partnership and leadership.