Honor Volunteer Art Girasole

Senate Resolution No. 2088 BY: Senator JACOBS HONORING Art Girasole upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Volunteer of the Year Award by the McGuire Group Seneca Health Care Center WHEREAS, It is incumbent upon the people of the State of New York to recognize and acknowledge those within our midst who have made significant contributions to the quality of life therein; and WHEREAS, From time to time this Legislative Body takes note of certain extraordinary individuals it wishes to recognize for their valued contributions to the success and progress of society and publicly acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the basic humanity among us all; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Art Girasole upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Volunteer of the Year Award by McGuire Group Seneca Health Care Center, celebrated at its 24th Annual Volunteer Recognition and Award Luncheon; and WHEREAS, A resident of Orchard Park, New York, Art Girasole is being recognized with this auspicious award for his steadfast and unwavering dedication to the betterment of his community, serving as an outstanding example to its residents; and WHEREAS, Called upon to contribute his time and talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors, Art Girasole has always given of himself unstintingly; and WHEREAS, For the last three years, Art Girasole has graciously served as a volunteer at the McGuire Group Seneca Health Care Center; he is always willing to lend a helping hand and does so with a positive and cheerful attitude; and WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a period of constructive involvement, Art Girasole has stood constant in dignity, good grace and humor; and WHEREAS, With him throughout has been his wife of 40 years, and their two daughters, all of whom have shown him love and support and rejoice in his many achievements; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which Art Girasole has displayed throughout his life; and WHEREAS, It has always been the objective of this Legislative Body to honor and support those individuals who have displayed their commitment to the betterment of their communities, and it is the intent of this Legislative Body to inscribe upon its records, this tribute to Art Girasole, that future generations may know and appreciate his admirable character, his many benevolent deeds, and the respect and esteem in which he is held by his peers; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Art Girasole upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Volunteer of the Year Award by the McGuire Group Seneca Health Care Center; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Art Girasole.