J 1149: Recognizing Tea Cotronis for her exceptional service to her community

 Senate Resolution No. 1149 BY: Senator MARTINS RECOGNIZING Tea Cotronis for her exceptional service to her community WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the quality and character of life in the communities across New York State are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those individuals who devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its citizenry; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to recognize Tea Cotronis for her exceptional service to her community, to celebrated upon the occasion of her graduation from Schreiber High School in Port Washington, New York on Thursday, June 26, 2025; and WHEREAS, Tea Cotronis began her work with Kyra's Champions-a not for profit organization focused on stopping child abuse and child murder through policy change-in junior high school; and WHEREAS, The countless hours Tea Cotronis has spent volunteering with the organization have been meaningful and inspiring; in association with Kyra's Champions, Tea Cotronis has led rallies and advocacy events across New York State; kicked off a key Albany press conference in the Capitol building in support of Kyra's Law; was featured on PIX11, News 12, and local press; co-chaired community actions and took on leading public speaking roles; and authored an influential op-ed on protecting children from abusive parents; and WHEREAS, Tea Cotronis, a passionate voice for protecting vulnerable children, worked hard in recruiting and inspiring peers to join the Kyra's Champions movement statewide, and has been recognized as a standout Youth Ambassador for Kyra's Champions Student Advocacy Program; and WHEREAS, Within every community, there are inevitably some individuals who, by virtue of their energy, vision, and dedication, command the greatest respect among their peers, colleagues, and community at large; Tea Cotronis is one such individual; and WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to commend individuals of outstanding character who have shown unwavering initiative and commitment toward supporting and uplifting members of their community, acting as role models of leadership to be emulated by their peers; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to recognize Tea Cotronis for her exceptional service to her community; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Tea Cotronis.