Honor Quinnz Pinz Anniversary

Senate Resolution No. 376 BY: Senator BONACIC COMMEMORATING the 75th Anniversary of Quinnz Pinz in Middletown, New York on October 26, 2016 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize those small businesses within the State of New York which contribute to the economic health and vitality of the communities they serve; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of Quinnz Pinz in Middletown, New York celebrated on Wednesday, October 26, 2016; and WHEREAS, Over the course of 75 years, Quinnz Pinz of Middletown, New York, has been an integral piece of the town's history; and WHEREAS, A family-run business, Quinnz Pinz started as Middletown Recreation Centre, when Bob Quinn, Sr. purchased the business in 1972; he passed it down to his son Bob Quinn, Jr. and his wife Jaime; and WHEREAS, Bob and Jaime Quinn took over the business and have spent several years renovating the building; they have added screens over the lanes to show live sports and music videos, included a four-lane V.I.P. section for parties and have also introduced cosmic bowling, with darkened lanes and flashing lights; they have transformed the traditional bowling center into an entertainment experience; and WHEREAS, In October of 2016, Bob and Jaime Quinn upgraded the building's exterior walls to mimic the original construction, to celebrate their 75th Anniversary; and WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents a unique opportunity for this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to Quinnz Pinz in Middletown, New York celebrated on October 26, 2016; and WHEREAS, Small businesses such as Quinnz Pinz exert a strong, positive influence on the communities they serve and are a crucial element in the economy of New York State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of Quinnz Pinz in Middletown, New York celebrated on October 26, 2016; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Bob and Jaime Quinn, owners of Quinnz Pinz.