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J5703Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Mineola Librarian Retirement

Official title

“Congratulating Catherine Lackner upon the occasion of her retirement after 17 years of distinguished service to the Mineola Library”

Sponsor Elaine PhillipsSD-7
Status
Adopted
Impact
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors Catherine Lackner on her retirement after 17 years of distinguished service to the Mineola Library.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the broad community impact of library professionals. By detailing Catherine Lackner’s work—such as organizing music, educational, and wellness programs—the resolution illustrates how librarians often serve as cultural and social anchors in their communities.

  2. Recognizes the expanded role of modern libraries. The resolution underscores that libraries are not just about books, but serve as hubs for lifelong learning, health, technology, and the arts, directly benefiting diverse populations.

  3. Sets a public example of valuing public service. By formally honoring a retiring librarian, the resolution sends a message about the importance of recognizing and supporting those who dedicate their careers to public enrichment and civic engagement.

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Honor Mineola Librarian Retirement

Plain English, a few words. Used as the page title.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Elaine Phillips

Senator · Senate District 7

Chair, EthicsChair, Ethics And Internal GovernanceChair, Ethics And Internal Governance CommitteeChair, Infrastructure And Capital Investment

No co-sponsors yet.

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 5703 BY: Senator PHILLIPS CONGRATULATING Catherine Lackner upon the occasion of her retirement after 17 years of distinguished service to the Mineola Library WHEREAS, This Legislative Body seeks to acknowledge those individuals whose professional lives and civic endeavors serve to enhance the stature of the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Catherine Lackner upon the occasion of her retirement after

years of distinguished service to the Mineola Library to be

celebrated with a dinner held in her honor on Tuesday, June 26, 2018;

she will officially retire on Friday, July 6, 2018; and

WHEREAS, Catherine Lackner has served the Mineola Library as the

Reference and Adult Programs Librarian for the past 17 years; and

WHEREAS, In this capacity, Catherine Lackner brought the arts,

culture, entertainment, and education to her community; and

WHEREAS, Catherine Lackner was also instrumental in organizing many

programs and events held at the library to benefit the Mineola

community, some of which include: the Irish music and dance annual

event; outdoor concerts; blood drives; tax assistance; defensive driving

classes; computer classes; literacy classes; live theatrical

performances; book club for senior group at village hall; concerts of

all types including: pop, rock, classical, jazz, opera, country, and

world; art grants from Freeport and Huntington Arts Councils; exercise

and meditation classes; cooking classes; and health screenings; and

WHEREAS, Catherine Lackner, who always displayed a high level of

professionalism and friendly customer service, was governed by a keen

sense of duty and continuously showed a unique grasp of human problems;

and

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; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to

congratulate Catherine Lackner upon the occasion of her retirement after

17 years of distinguished service to the Mineola Library, and to wish

her well in all her future endeavors; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be

transmitted to Catherine Lackner.

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