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J1328Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Meals on Wheels Volunteer

Official title

“Commending Alice Say upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by Meals on Wheels for Western New York, Inc. on April 12, 2017”

Sponsor Chris JacobsSD-60
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution commends Alice Say for 20 years of volunteer service with Meals on Wheels for Western New York.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of long-term volunteerism. by recognizing a community member who has dedicated 20 years to supporting vulnerable populations, emphasizing the value of sustained civic engagement.

  2. Underscores the role of organizations like Meals on Wheels. in providing essential services such as meal delivery to the homebound and disabled, drawing attention to ongoing needs in the community.

  3. Public recognition can inspire others to serve. , suggesting that honoring individual volunteers may encourage broader participation and reinforce community values of care and support.

  4. Connects personal contribution to collective well-being. , illustrating how one person’s commitment contributes to the health and enrichment of neighbors, and by extension, to the strength of the community as a whole.

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Who cares

  • Alice Say

    The resolution would commend her for 20 years of volunteer service with Meals on Wheels for Western New York and direct that a copy be sent to her.

  • Meals on Wheels for Western New York

    The resolution would recognize Say in connection with its Annual Volunteer Recognition Reception.

  • Homebound and disabled neighbors served by Say

    The resolution would acknowledge her efforts to provide them with food and friendship.

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Honor Meals on Wheels Volunteer

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Chris Jacobs

Senator · Senate District 60

No co-sponsors yet.

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 1328 BY: Senator JACOBS COMMENDING Alice Say upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by Meals on Wheels for Western New York, Inc. on April 12, 2017 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to call… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 1328 BY: Senator JACOBS COMMENDING Alice Say upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by Meals on Wheels for Western New York, Inc. on April 12, 2017 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to call attention to the dedicated efforts of those individuals from across the State of New York who volunteer their time and energies in service to the community; and WHEREAS, Volunteerism is an essential element of all societies; it provides a way in which the human values of community, caring and serving can be sustained and strengthened; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Alice Say upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by Meals on Wheels for Western New York, Inc., to be celebrated at its Annual Volunteer Recognition Reception on Wednesday,

April 12, 2017, at the Community Learning Center in Buffalo, New York; and WHEREAS, Each year, Meals on Wheels for Western New York honors those selfless and giving individuals who have helped to carry out its mission for 20, 25, 30, and 35 years; this year,… Show all

April 12, 2017, at the Community Learning Center in Buffalo, New York; and WHEREAS, Each year, Meals on Wheels for Western New York honors those selfless and giving individuals who have helped to carry out its mission for 20, 25, 30, and 35 years; this year, Alice Say will be honored for 20 years of volunteer service; and WHEREAS, For two decades, Alice Say has strived to make sure that her homebound and disabled neighbors receive the food they need to maintain their health, as well as her friendship which sustains and enriches their lives; and WHEREAS, Since 1969, Meals on Wheels for Western New York has been faithfully serving its community; currently, this vital organization serves and produces more than a million meals a year; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend Alice Say upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by Meals on Wheels for Western New York, Inc., after 20 years of distinguished service to the community; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Alice Say.

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