LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 30th Anniversary of Sesame
Flyers International, Inc.

WHEREAS, From time to time this Legislative Body takes note of certain
extraordinary organizations it wishes to recognize for their valued
contributions to the success and progress of society and publicly
acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the basic humanity among
us all; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commem-
orate the 30th Anniversary of Sesame Flyers International, Inc., to be
celebrated on Thursday, May 9, 2013, at the DUMBO Loft in Brooklyn, New
York; and
WHEREAS, Sesame Flyers International, Inc. is a community based not-
for-profit 501 (c) 3 corporation founded in 1983; this 30-year-old
organization functions as a multi-service agency which provides a number
of services to both youths and adults; and
WHEREAS, Sesame Flyers International, Inc. consists of both volunteers
and professional staff, dedicated to empowering the lives of young
people and the community; its mission is to provide a range of youth
development, cultural, social welfare and supportive services to indi-
viduals and families residing in Brooklyn, New York; and
WHEREAS, Sesame Flyers International, Inc. also takes pride in its
origins and cultural Caribbean heritage and has enriched its name by
also being known for its participation in the West Indian American Day
Carnival festivities such as Kiddie's Carnival, Panorama and Labor Day,
which is the adult parade of the band; and
WHEREAS, Sesame Flyers International, Inc. understands that part of
loving children means presenting them with opportunities to acquire the
knowledge, skills, technology and equipment that will prepare them for
the challenges yet to come; its goal of youth empowerment is achieved
and maintained through carefully structured programs designed to address
the needs of its children, their families and the community; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals and organizations of such noble aims and accomplishments are
brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by
all the citizens of the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 30th Anniversary of Sesame Flyers International, Inc.;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Sesame Flyers International, Inc.