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Recognizing and commending Emma Gresham; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Emma Gresham has served admirably as mayor of the City of Keysville since 1988; and

WHEREAS, she was instrumental in reactivating the City of Keysville after the municipal government had remained dormant for many years; and

WHEREAS, under her leadership as mayor, the City of Keysville now has a water and sewer system and a human development center for adult and youth education; and

WHEREAS, she taught school for over 32 years and continues to work diligently to inspire and motivate the youth of her community to finish high school and further their education; and

WHEREAS, she was honored by Essence magazine for making a difference in her community on April 14, 2000, at an awards ceremony at the Radio City Music Hall in New York City hosted by Oprah Winfrey and Bill Cosby. She was honored along with other notable individuals, such as Michael Jordan and Danny Glover, for their work in improving their communities and the world. The award was presented by First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that Emma Gresham is recognized and commended for her service to her community and for her receipt of an award from Essence magazine for being a person who makes a difference in her community and state.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Emma Gresham.