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Official City Recognition of Local Residents and Organizations

Original title: RECOGNIZING AND COMMENDING Sponsored by Council Member Amina Bey 1. Individuals honored during the “Write into Action” Essay Contest 2. Individuals honored in the Essay Contest “Write into Action” Science Park High School 3. Central High School Girls Flag Football Team on their 10-0 Season Sponsored by Council Member Patrick O. Council 4. Lossie Bostic, 100th Birthday Celebration Sponsored by Council Member Dupré L. Kelly 5. Cathy Booker Sponsored by Council Member Luis A. Quintana 6. Gladys Martinez, Mother’s Tribute Cinco de Mayo 7. General Adjunct Consul, Belén García Arcat 8. Lucia Alicia Dominguez 9. Individuals honored during the Annual Mother’s Day of Mujeres de Ayer Hoy y Siempre 10. Individuals honored during the Celebration of the Independence of Ecuador Sponsored by Council Member Anibal Ramos, Jr. 11. Awilda Rodriguez, Retirement 12. Carmen Sanchez, 100th Birthday Celebration Sponsored by Council Member Louise Scott-Rountree 13. Individuals honored for the GIRLS Academy, Inc. 14. Individuals honored during the 2026 Dr. Emily Cissy Houston Lifetime Achievement Award at the McDonald’s Gospel Fest 2026 15. Individuals honored during the McDonald’s Gospel Fest 2026 - Roars Back to Broadway “Mother’s Day Weekend” 16. Individuals honored during the City of Newark Senior Services - 2026 Unsung Hero & Heroines 17. Individuals honored during the Boys & Girls Clubs of Newark - 38th Annual Evening of the Stars Gala 18. Individuals honored during the Berkeley College Newark Campus Networking Event 19. Individuals honored during the 27th Annual National Day of Prayer 20. AARP New Jersey 21. Individuals honored during the NJ Health Care Employer District 119J - Annual National Appreciation Week 22. Individuals honored during the Africana Institute Celebrating 25 Years Sankofa Royal Celebration and Dinner 23. Evelyn Fladger, 105th Birthday Celebration 24. Pastor Jerry Smith, 20th Pastoral Anniversary 25. Individuals honored during the 2026 Tikkun Olam Stars 26. Jack Robinson III 27. Individuals honored during the Secret Place of Praise Church First Annual Gala 28. Reverend Ryan M Buckland - Celebrating 5 Years of Faithful Service 29. J’s House, Mental Health Awareness 30. Newark Fire Union, Mental Health Awareness Walk 31. Individuals honored during the Citywide Revival of Newark Sponsored by Council Member Michael J. Silva 32. Best of the Best Wilson Avenue School 33. Best of the Best Ironbound Academy 34. Best of the Best East Side High School 35. Best of the Best East Ward Elementary School 36. Best of the Best Ann Street School 37. Best of the Best Newark School of Architecture and Interior Design 38. Best of the Best South Street School 39. Best of the Best Oliver Street School 40. Best of the Best Lafayette Street School 41. Best of the Best Hawkins Street School 42. Luís Pires 43. Tony Vieira 44. Manuel Rebelo

Record date · May 20, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The Newark Municipal Council has formally a to recognize and commend 44 individuals, groups, and organizations for their achievements, milestones, and community contributions. This resolution serves as an official public acknowledgment of these honorees by the city government.

Why it matters

This provides official municipal recognition to specific Newark residents and organizations, which may be used for public records, community awards, or ceremonial purposes.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Honorees listed in the resolution

These individuals and organizations receive official public recognition from the municipal government.

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Newark Municipal Council

The Council members sponsored and voted to adopt the resolution as part of their legislative duties.

Key Facts

  • The resolution (File 26-0754) was adopted by the Newark Municipal Council on May 12, 2026.
  • The document formally recognizes 44 distinct entities, including individuals, schools, and community organizations.
  • Recognitions include milestone birthdays (100th and 105th), retirements, pastoral anniversaries, and athletic achievements.
  • Several recognitions are tied to specific 2026 events, such as the McDonald’s Gospel Fest, the National Day of Prayer, and various school 'Best of the Best' awards.
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  • The resolution acknowledges community advocacy efforts, including mental health awareness initiatives by J’s House and the Newark Fire Union.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean for the city to 'recognize and commend' someone?
It is a formal, non-binding legislative act where the City Council places an official acknowledgment of an individual or group's achievement into the public record.
Does this resolution provide funding to the honorees?
No, this is a ceremonial and does not authorize the expenditure of city funds.

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2026 Event Clustering

A significant portion of the recognitions are tied to specific events occurring in 2026, suggesting a batching of ceremonial resolutions for the spring season.

McDonald’s Gospel Fest 2026City of Newark Senior Services

Connected Entities

Louise Scott-Rountree, Patrick O. Council, Dupré L. Kelly and 5 more
PersonLouise Scott-Rountree“Council Member sponsoring specific recognitions”Map →
PersonPatrick O. Council“Council Member sponsoring specific recognitions”Map →
PersonDupré L. Kelly“Council Member sponsoring specific recognitions”Map →
PersonLuis A. Quintana“Council Member sponsoring specific recognitions”Map →
PersonAnibal Ramos, Jr.“Council Member sponsoring specific recognitions”Map →
PersonAmina Bey“Council Member sponsoring specific recognitions”Map →
PersonMichael J. Silva“Council Member sponsoring specific recognitions”Map →
OrganizationCity of Newark“The municipal government body adopting the resolution”Map →

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