Honor Kevin Murray, Sr.

June 5, 2017 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the quality of life in the communities across this great State of New York is enriched by the diligence and compassionate commitment of those individuals whose singular purpose is the care and welfare of others; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Kevin Murray, Sr. upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the John T. Mather Founder's Award by the Golf Classic Committee to be celebrated at its 32nd Annual Mather Golf Classic on Monday, June 5,

2017, at the Port Jefferson Country Club in Port Jefferson, New York; and WHEREAS, Kevin Murray, Sr. is receiving this prestigious award for his steadfast and unremitting commitment to the John T. Mather Memorial Hospital; and WHEREAS, This popular annual event helps to raise funds for the Nursing Education Program at the John T. Mather Memorial Hospital; better education ensures patients receive the high quality, cost-effective services they deserve and the health of its community continues to improve; and WHEREAS, The Nursing Education Program offers ongoing updates and training in clinical practices areas whereby, increasing nurses' skill levels and providing its patients with the best care possible; the John T. Mather Memorial Hospital has earned the prestigious Magnet designation which recognizes healthcare organizations for quality patient care, nursing excellence and innovations in professional nursing practices; and WHEREAS, Kevin Murray, Sr. earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Economics and Statistics from the State University of New York in Oneonta, and his master's degree in Health Services Administration from the Arizona State University College of Business Administration; and WHEREAS, Kevin Murray, Sr. began his long and distinguished career in medical administration as both the Evening Administrator and Administrative Resident at Providence Memorial Hospital in El Paso, Texas, he then served as the Assistant Administrator of Oswego Hospital in Oswego, New York; and WHEREAS, in 1980, Kevin Murray, Sr. joined the John T. Mather Hospital as Assistant Director of Administration; for the last 21 years, he has served as the Senior Vice President; in this capacity, he supervises many departments within the Hospital including Bariatrics, Engineering, Health Information Management, Hospital Design and Construction, Regulatory Services, Rehabilitation Services, and Risk Management; and WHEREAS, In addition, Kevin Murray, Sr. holds the position of the Hospital's Corporate Compliance Officer and HIPAA Privacy Officer, and is the Chairman of the Hospital's Performance Improvement Program; and WHEREAS, Dedicated to his profession, Kevin Murray, Sr. is a Fellow of the American College of Health Care Executives, and a member of the Nassau-Suffolk Health Care Compliance Committee; and WHEREAS, In addition to his vital work with the John T. Mather Hospital, Kevin Murray, Sr. is an active member of the Port Jefferson Rotary Club, and founding co-Chairman of Three Village Meals-On-Wheels Service; and WHEREAS, Kevin Murray, Sr.'s ongoing efforts and notable achievements have significantly contributed to bettering the quality of life in his community; and WHEREAS, Throughout his tenure, he continuously displayed initiative and an unrelenting commitment when pursuing the highest of goals, and he has served as a role model of leadership to be emulated by all; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Kevin Murray, Sr. upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the John T. Mather Founder's Award by the Golf Classic Committee; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Kevin Murray, Sr.