Honor Brendan Lally Parade Role

Senate Resolution No. 801 BY: Senator GOLDEN COMMENDING Brendan Lally upon the occasion of his designation as Deputy Marshal of the 2017 Bay Ridge St. Patrick's Day Parade WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to individuals of true purpose and worthy accomplishment who work diligently to preserve and celebrate their rich cultural heritage; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Brendan Lally upon the occasion of his designation as Deputy Marshal of the 2017 Bay Ridge St. Patrick's Day Parade, to be celebrated with a Dinner Dance on Saturday, March 4, 2017; and WHEREAS, In acknowledgment of this most prestigious appointment, Brendan Lally will march as Deputy Marshal of the 24th Annual Bay Ridge St. Patrick's Day Parade down 3rd Avenue in Brooklyn, New York, on Sunday March 26, 2017; and WHEREAS, The Bay Ridge St. Patrick's Day Parade is meant to recognize and celebrate Irish culture, heritage and pride, for those who have emigrated here from the Emerald Isle, the Irish-American community, as well as those who are Irish in spirit; and WHEREAS, Brendan Lally is the President of IRL Systems, Inc., a company which specializes in commercial fire alarm and security systems installation, service, and maintenance; and WHEREAS, Under the able leadership of Brendan Lally, IRL Systems has become one of the leading and most sought after fire alarm and security companies in the city, winning numerous national awards and accolades; and WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to his community, Brendan Lally has also been involved with the Gaelic Football Association through the Brooklyn Shamrocks Gaelic Football Club where he served as President for three years; and WHEREAS, In this capacity, Brendan Lally established the first ever youth division, the Junior Shamrocks, who quickly rose to the top, winning the 2009 U-10's Championship; and WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife of 14 years, Sinead, and their two children, Finn and Claire, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of his life and rejoice in his achievements; and WHEREAS, A St. Patrick's Day Parade reflects and records the ongoing history of the United States and Ireland, and provides an opportunity for people of all generations to assemble in ethnic pride and pageantry; and WHEREAS, A fitting choice for Deputy Marshal for the Bay Ridge St. Patrick's Day Parade, Brendan Lally embodies the spirit and the cherished ideals and values of Irish-Americans of this great State and Nation; 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 the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend Brendan Lally upon the occasion of his designation as Deputy Marshal of the 2017 Bay Ridge St. Patrick's Day Parade; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Brendan Lally.