Honor Patty Friend Achievement

Senate Resolution No. 4027 BY: Senator JACOBS HONORING Patty Friend upon the occasion of her designation as the 2017 Citizen of the Year by the Evans-Brant Chamber of Commerce 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 Patty Friend upon the occasion of her designation as the 2017 Citizen of the Year by the Evans-Brant Chamber of Commerce, to be celebrated at its Annual President's Award and Recognition Dinner on Saturday, March 24, 2018, at the Evans Center Banquet & Conference Facility, Evans, New York; and WHEREAS, Patty Friend has been called upon to contribute her time and talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and has always given of herself unstintingly; and WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of her community service, a period of constructive involvement, Patty Friend 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 Patty Friend has demonstrated throughout her 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 Patty Friend, that future generations may know and appreciate her admirable character, her many benevolent deeds, and the respect and esteem in which she is held by her peers; 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 Patty Friend upon the occasion of her designation as the 2017 Citizen of the Year by the Evans-Brant Chamber of Commerce; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Patty Friend.