Honor Placido Samper Award

Senate Resolution No. 5280 BY: Senator BONACIC HONORING Placido Samper upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the William B. Joslin Outstanding Performance Award by New York State Industries for the Disabled, Inc. WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay just tribute to those citizens who embody the true American spirit, demonstrating personal courage and determination; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Placido Samper upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the William B. Joslin Outstanding Performance Award by New York State Industries for the Disabled, Inc.; and WHEREAS, The Annual Joslin Awards Program of the New York State Industries for the Disabled (NYSID) respectfully acknowledges individuals in New York communities who strengthen the Preferred Source Program through jobs well done; and WHEREAS, This past year, nearly 7,000 total workers in 48 counties realized the independence which comes from earning a paycheck; and WHEREAS, Placido Samper began working for Access: Supports for Living in 2003; he has enjoyed learning the skills he needed to do well in the workforce and has happily found a place that he could call home; he truly considers his co-workers to be his second family; and WHEREAS, After he was placed on an Ability One contract, Placido Samper mastered numerous skills to become a vital part of the workforce; he then received a NYSID Preferred Source contract where he has been able to earn his own paycheck and gain more independence; and WHEREAS, Placido Samper has proudly moved to his own apartment and enjoys going on vacations and attending Comic-Con events; and WHEREAS, In the faithful performance of his duties and responsibilities, Placido Samper's ongoing efforts and notable achievements have significantly contributed to bettering the quality of life in his community; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individuals of such enduring courage and accomplishment are brought to our attention, it is appropriate to publicly proclaim and commend those individuals for the edification and emulation of others; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Placido Samper upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the William B. Joslin Outstanding Performance Award by New York State Industries for the Disabled, Inc., and to wish him continued success in all his future endeavors; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Placido Samper.