City Council:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON, NEW YORK,
HONORING BROTHER CURTIS R. NELSON JR.
Whereas, Brother Curtis R. Nelson Jr., the proud son of charter member and Past Patron Curtis Nelson Sr. of Adah Chapter #82, has faithfully upheld his father’s legacy of service, leadership, and devotion to family, community, and the Masonic Order; and
Whereas, Brother Nelson, a lifelong Mount Vernon resident since 1974 and a graduate of Mount Vernon High School Class of 1994, has pursued personal and professional excellence, earning numerous certifications and serving with distinction as Sergeant at Sarah Lawrence College; and
Whereas, Brother Nelson has been a devoted member of St. Joseph Lodge #117 since 2001, where he was recognized as Father of the Year in 2002 and continues to serve honorably as Worshipful Master; and
Whereas, he became a dedicated member of Adah Chapter #82 in 2018, offering faithful service as Associate Patron, then as Worthy Patron from 2020 through 2023, and extending his commitment as District Deputy Grand Patron under PGWP Paul James and GWP Grant Valentine; and
Whereas, Brother Nelson has exemplified his passion for uplifting youth through coaching, mentoring, and leading championship youth sports teams, embodying the highest ideals of service and leadership both within and beyond the Lodge and Chapter; Now, Therefore, Be It
Resolved, that the City Council proudly honors Brother Curtis R. Nelson Jr. upon his presentation of the Apron by Adah Chapter #82, Order of the Eastern Star, in recognition of his steadfast service, faithful leadership, and unwavering dedication to his family, community, and the Masonic Order.