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Published: November 01, 2009 10:50 pm
GUEST VIEW: A true Niagara Falls jewel
By Joseph L. Levesque
Niagara Gazette
I read with great interest a recent guest view column in this newspaper by Stephanie Cowart, executive director of the Niagara Falls Housing Authority. In that column, Cowart spoke of the history and mission of the NFHA and her staff and residents (current and past). Stephanie has always maintained a very positive and hopeful attitude toward her work in the community, and I want to take this opportunity to thank and congratulate her.
Much recent concern has revolved around the development of the HOPE VI project in the North End of the city. Any large-scale community development project that involves significant public resources deserves review, monitoring and accountability. Not only is it warranted but it should be welcomed. Cowart has encouraged public dialogue and discussion about specific NFHA projects such as HOPE VI as well as all issues related to the authority and to public housing.
Cowart serves as a strong advocate for the entire community and particularly for youth. She works tirelessly to protect the rights of and provide opportunities for those who are underserved. She has helped to make a difference in the lives of thousands of individuals and families.
Stephanie has been recognized for her work by numerous and diverse local and regional organizations such as Boy Scouts of America, YWCA, National Conference for Community and Justice, Niagara University, Niagara County Black Achiever’s Candle in the Dark Award, the Niagara Improvement Association Civic Award, the Niagara Falls Housing Authority Award of Excellence, the Business First’s prestigious Forty Under 40 award, and the Heroes of Public Housing Award.
To use the words of the Hon. Louise Slaughter in her speech at the U.S. House of Representatives, “Ms. Cowart is truly a Niagara Falls jewel,” and “she exemplifies the works, beliefs and dreams that Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. shared with the world.”
Not only is the NFHA a tremendous asset in this community, so is Stephanie!
Joseph L. Levesque, C.M., is the president of Niagara University.
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