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J2377Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Joan Meister's Service

Official title

“Honoring Joan Meister upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Sister Gail Rieth Volunteer Award by Circles of Mercy on June 14, 2017”

Sponsor Neil D. BreslinSD-44
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors Joan Meister for receiving the Sister Gail Rieth Volunteer Award from Circles of Mercy on June 14, 2017.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of long-term community service. , recognizing not just volunteer hours but also leadership, competence, and a sustained commitment to helping others.

  2. Elevates the mission of Circles of Mercy. , drawing attention to local efforts to break the cycle of poverty—especially among women and children—through direct service, empowerment, and hospitality.

  3. Underscores the ripple effect of volunteerism. , showing how one individual's dedication can inspire and involve multiple generations, reinforcing the value of family and community support in civic engagement.

  4. Sets a public example of civic values. , signaling that the state values and formally acknowledges those who devote themselves selflessly to the common good, which may encourage others to volunteer.

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Honor Joan Meister's Service

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Neil D. Breslin

Senator · Senate District 44

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History

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

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Senate Resolution No. 2377 BY: Senator BRESLIN HONORING Joan Meister upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Sister Gail Rieth Volunteer Award by Circles of Mercy on June 14, 2017 WHEREAS, Individuals who give of their time and energies and… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 2377 BY: Senator BRESLIN HONORING Joan Meister upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Sister Gail Rieth Volunteer Award by Circles of Mercy on June 14, 2017 WHEREAS, Individuals who give of their time and energies and serve the best interests of their communities are an asset beyond remuneration and cannot be sufficiently extolled; and WHEREAS, Joan Meister has given not only of her time and energies but also of her competence, intelligence and leadership and consequently has been designated for special honor; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Joan Meister upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Sister Gail Rieth Volunteer Award by Circles of Mercy, to be celebrated at its Annual Gala, "A Taste of Mercy," on Wednesday, June 14, 2017, at the Shaker Ridge Country Club in Loudonville, New York; and WHEREAS, Circles of Mercy, sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy Northeast Community, is dedicated to improving the quality of life in the community by working to end the cycle of poverty, especially among women and women with children; and WHEREAS, This vital organization honors the dignity of each person by offering hospitality and providing services, compassion, stewardship, leadership and collaboration, which are performed in an effort to instill hope and empower individuals to reach their full potential; and WHEREAS, A volunteer at Catherine's Closet - Circle of Mercy since

2004, Joan Meister is considered one of the senior volunteers on its staff; and WHEREAS, Dedicated to her community, Joan Meister is part of the Communion Ministry to Hawthorne Ridge and taught religious education for

10 years; in addition, she completed the two year Formation for Ministry Program (FMP) training; and WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her four children, 10 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild, who have all shown her love… Show all

10 years; in addition, she completed the two year Formation for Ministry Program (FMP) training; and WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her four children, 10 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild, who have all shown her love and support and rejoice in her many achievements; and WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of her community service, a period of constructive involvement, Joan Meister has stood constant in dignity, good grace and humor; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which Joan Meister has displayed throughout her life; 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 this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Joan Meister upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Sister Gail Rieth Volunteer Award by Circles of Mercy on June 14,

2017; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Joan Meister.

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