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About: The African American Benevolent Society of the Department of Sanitation.
The objective of this society was, is, and shall be to foster a spirit of brotherhood and
benevolence among its members, to instill, teach, inculcate, in them a high sense of
loyalty to one another, and to their duties and government, to stimulate their social,
moral and intellectual advancement, to attain a greater degree of tolerance and
understanding amongst themselves and between other employees of the Department of
Sanitation, to advance the welfare and interest of its members and elevate their social
standing.
A body of Black Men employed by the New York City Department of Sanitation met in
the Municipal Building on May 22, 1935 for the purpose of forming a Benevolent
Society within the Department. The Society was duly formed and named: The Negro
Benevolent Society Of The Department Of Sanitation, Inc. Of The City Of New York.
On March 21st, 1991, the name was amended to: The African American Benevolent
Society of the Department of Sanitation.
Our Values:
Leadership: At the African American Benevolent Society of the Department of
Sanitation, you receive the kind of mentorship you expect from a Society. Our Society
is always evolving as the needs or our members change and as new opportunities are
created in the Department. You can rest assured that, being a member of The African
American Benevolent Society of the Department of Sanitation, you will enjoy the latest
news and information in order to rise to the top of the Department.
Teamwork: We make it our responsibility to know you and your needs. We work
closely with you to ensure that the solutions we provide are tailored to meet your
unique needs and challenges. We are committed to your success.
Member Relations: At The African American Benevolent Society of the Department of
Sanitation, our highest priority is satisfied members. You are important to us and you
can expect us to go the extra mile for your career in the Department of Sanitation.
Superior member service is the hallmark of the African American Benevolent Society
of the Department of Sanitation. We are proud to serve you.
The Following men Have served in the capacity of President for this Society:
The objective of this society was, is, and shall be to foster a spirit of brotherhood and
benevolence among its members, to instill, teach, inculcate, in them a high sense of
loyalty to one another, and to their duties and government, to stimulate their social,
moral and intellectual advancement, to attain a greater degree of tolerance and
understanding amongst themselves and between other employees of the Department of
Sanitation, to advance the welfare and interest of its members and elevate their social
standing.
A body of Black Men employed by the New York City Department of Sanitation met in
the Municipal Building on May 22, 1935 for the purpose of forming a Benevolent
Society within the Department. The Society was duly formed and named: The Negro
Benevolent Society Of The Department Of Sanitation, Inc. Of The City Of New York.
On March 21st, 1991, the name was amended to: The African American Benevolent
Society of the Department of Sanitation.
Our Values:
Leadership: At the African American Benevolent Society of the Department of
Sanitation, you receive the kind of mentorship you expect from a Society. Our Society
is always evolving as the needs or our members change and as new opportunities are
created in the Department. You can rest assured that, being a member of The African
American Benevolent Society of the Department of Sanitation, you will enjoy the latest
news and information in order to rise to the top of the Department.
Teamwork: We make it our responsibility to know you and your needs. We work
closely with you to ensure that the solutions we provide are tailored to meet your
unique needs and challenges. We are committed to your success.
Member Relations: At The African American Benevolent Society of the Department of
Sanitation, our highest priority is satisfied members. You are important to us and you
can expect us to go the extra mile for your career in the Department of Sanitation.
Superior member service is the hallmark of the African American Benevolent Society
of the Department of Sanitation. We are proud to serve you.
The Following men Have served in the capacity of President for this Society:
- H. Simmons 1935-1937
- H. Mosley 1937-1941
- M. Manning 1941-1948
- W. Hart 1948-1957
- G. Morse 1957-1968
- W. McNeil 1968-1978
- P. Wilson 1978-1983
- C. Josey 1983-1993
- D. Porcher 1993-1999
- St. J. Middleton 1999-2003
- H. Bandison 2003-2007
- V. Murdock 2007-Present
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