Bill > K00796

This resolution commemorates the 60th anniversary of the Hamlin Park Community and Taxpayers Association, a non-profit organization located in Buffalo, New York, recognizing its significant contributions to community development and preservation. The resolution highlights the unique history of the Hamlin Park neighborhood, which was the first planned subdivision in Buffalo and has transitioned from a predominantly German and Jewish community to a predominantly African American historic community. The association, founded in 1965 in response to urban development projects, has played a crucial role in preserving the neighborhood's character, partnering with organizations like Habitat for Humanity to redevelop properties, and maintaining community stability. The resolution acknowledges the organization's leadership, including its four presidents over six decades, and its commitment to community collaboration with various local entities. It also notes the association's forward-looking initiatives, such as the Stephanie Barber Geter Adult Learner Scholarship, named after its third president. The legislative body commends the Hamlin Park Community and Taxpayers Association for its ongoing efforts to maintain a safe, stable, and vibrant community, and officially recognizes its 60 years of service by resolving to transmit a copy of the resolution to the organization.

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/K796