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J2427Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Shirley Hirt's Service

Official title

“Honoring Shirley Hirt 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
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

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

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of volunteerism. by recognizing individuals like Shirley Hirt, reinforcing the value of community service and encouraging others to give back.

  2. Draws attention to organizations fighting poverty. , such as Circles of Mercy, and underscores their unique focus on supporting women and families, which may inspire increased community support or funding.

  3. Celebrates long-term local commitment. Shirley Hirt’s years of service in multiple faith-based and community programs demonstrate the impact sustained volunteer leadership can have on local well-being.

  4. Promotes positive role models. by publicly honoring someone whose dedication, compassion, and family support set an example for others, potentially influencing future generations of volunteers.

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Honor Shirley Hirt'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. 2427 BY: Senator BRESLIN HONORING Shirley Hirt 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. 2427 BY: Senator BRESLIN HONORING Shirley Hirt 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, Shirley Hirt 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 Shirley Hirt 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 is performed in an effort to instill hope and empower individuals to reach their full potential; and WHEREAS, A volunteer in Catherine's Closet - Circle of Mercy since

2004, Shirley Hirt is considered one of the senior volunteers on its staff; and WHEREAS, Dedicated to her community, Shirley Hirt is a part of the Holy Spirit Church parish's Altar Rosary Society, its Bereavement Ministry and is active in the Living in Faith… Show all

2004, Shirley Hirt is considered one of the senior volunteers on its staff; and WHEREAS, Dedicated to her community, Shirley Hirt is a part of the Holy Spirit Church parish's Altar Rosary Society, its Bereavement Ministry and is active in the Living in Faith Together (LIFT) Program, the parish's intergenerational faith formation program; and WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her five children, 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, Shirley Hirt 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 Shirley Hirt 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 Shirley Hirt 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 Shirley Hirt.

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