Honor Matthew Roloson Award

Senate Resolution No. 1142 BY: Senator AMEDORE HONORING Matthew Roloson upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the William B. Joslin Outstanding Performance Award by New York State Industries for the Disabled, Inc. WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay just tribute to those citizens who embody the true American spirit, demonstrating personal courage and determination; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Matthew Roloson upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the William B. Joslin Outstanding Performance Award by New York State Industries for the Disabled, Inc.; and WHEREAS, The Annual Joslin Awards Program of the New York State Industries for the Disabled (NYSID) respectfully acknowledges individuals in New York communities who strengthen the Preferred Source Program through jobs well done; and WHEREAS, Matthew Roloson is an independent, energetic gentleman with a friendly heart, and a kind personality; he is a great role model to others and is always trying to cheer people up and make them happy; and WHEREAS, Consistently demonstrating an outstanding job performance, Matthew Roloson is a valued member of Gateway Community Industries, Inc. in Kingston/Ulster County; through hard work and determination, he developed methods to remember each part of his daily work; and WHEREAS, Since October of 2011, Matthew Roloson has been working as a janitor at the Parker Training Academy for the New York State Department of Children and Family Services in Red Hook, New York; and WHEREAS, In this position, Matthew Roloson has gained self-confidence and respect, and has developed his memory skills; he now lives with his wife and children in his own home; and WHEREAS, This exemplary man has developed various workplace skills, including an eagerness to learn, dedication to quality work, self-confidence, determination, and teamwork qualities; he has worked tremendously hard to succeed and improve his employment skills, and is thrilled to have prospective job opportunities on the horizon; and WHEREAS, In the faithful performance of his duties and responsibilities, Matthew Roloson's ongoing efforts and notable achievements have significantly contributed to bettering the quality of life in his community; and WHEREAS, When he is not working, Matthew Roloson enjoys spending time with his wife and two children; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individuals of such enduring courage and accomplishment are brought to our attention, it is appropriate to publicly proclaim and commend those individuals for the edification and emulation of others; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Matthew Roloson upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the William B. Joslin Outstanding Performance Award by New York State Industries for the Disabled, Inc., and to wish him continued success in all his future endeavors; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Matthew Roloson.