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File #: TMP -868    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 Dedication and Service of Linda L. Jacobs (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 DEDICATION AND

SERVICE OF LINDA L. JACOBS

Whereas,                     the great City of Mount Vernon, NY, joins together to recognize the dedication and service of LINDA JACOBS; and

Whereas,                     LINDA JACOBS’ long-term commitment to volunteering goes back to her years in grade school; and

Whereas,                     LINDA JACOBS has dedicated herself to service in various capacities to many well-known agencies and institutions throughout Westchester County; and

Whereas,                     she has faithfully volunteered with Y-COP since 2012 and has been a significant contributor to its service to the community in unmeasurable ways.  On any given day, you can find Mrs. Jacobs preparing meals for the agency’s events, performing clerical duties, assisting with food and toy drives, and supporting the agency’s after-school program.  Through community partnerships, she acquired auction items for the agency’s annual gala and sold journal ads and tickets.  She has also used her resources to organize the prom dress giveaways, Scholarship Pancake Breakfast, Men Who Cook for Kids, tag sales, fish fry dinner sales, and other fundraising efforts and events; and

Whereas,                     it is fitting that she be honored tonight with the Connie J. Watson Memorial Volunteer of the Year Award for her outstanding dedication, tireless commitment, and exemplary service to our community over the years; 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 LINDA JACOBS for her unwavering passion and selfless contributions, which have made a profound impact and have elevated the spirit of volunteerism. Ms. Jacobs, your exceptional efforts have genuinely exemplified the values of our beloved Connie J. Watson.  Thank you for being a beacon of generosity and a driving force behind Y-COP.