Honor Gerrie Andolina Award

Senate Resolution No. 4237 BY: Senator JACOBS HONORING Gerrie Andolina upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the 2018 Yellow Rose Award by the Zonta Club of Grand Island WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their profession, certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Gerrie Andolina upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the

2018 Yellow Rose Award by the Zonta Club of Grand Island; and WHEREAS, New York State is home to countless women, strong and colorful threads vital to the fabric of our rich heritage, who have and continue to contribute to the advancement of our culture through their traditional and non-traditional roles in society; and WHEREAS, The Zonta Club, an international organization of professional women who work to advance the status of women through service and advocacy, sets aside March 8th of each year as Yellow Rose Day, to honor the accomplishments of women worldwide; the Zonta Club of Grand Island takes this opportunity to honor women whose courage, determination and dedication have made a difference in the lives of others within the community and beyond; and WHEREAS, Gerrie Andolina 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, A lifelong resident of Grand Island, New York, Gerrie Andolina has been selling real estate for Century 21 for more than 43 years; she is truly passionate about assisting sellers and buyers to make their dreams come true; and WHEREAS, Gerrie Andolina has been the number one agent in the Buffalo Niagara Association of Realtors since 2005, as well as number one in the country for units sold for Century 21 and number four globally; and WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her husband of 34 years, Michael, and their two children Michael and Julie, as well as one granddaughter, who have all shown her love and support and rejoice in her many achievements; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which Gerrie Andolina has displayed 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 Gerrie Andolina, 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; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Gerrie Andolina upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the 2018 Yellow Rose Award by the Zonta Club of Grand Island; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Gerrie Andolina.