Honor Wayne Shattes Award

June 5, 2017 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the quality of life in the communities across this great State of New York is enriched by the diligence and compassionate commitment of those individuals whose singular purpose is the care and welfare of others; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Wayne Shattes upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the John T. Mather Founder's Award by the Golf Classic Committee to be celebrated at its 32nd Annual Mather Golf Classic on Monday, June 5,

2017, at the Port Jefferson Country Club in Port Jefferson, New York; and WHEREAS, Wayne Shattes is receiving this prestigious award for his steadfast and unremitting commitment to the John T. Mather Memorial Hospital; and WHEREAS, This popular annual event helps to raise funds for the Nursing Education Program at the John T. Mather Memorial Hospital; better education ensures patients receive the high quality, cost-effective services they deserve and the health of its community continues to improve; and WHEREAS, The Nursing Education Program offers ongoing updates and training in clinical practice areas whereby, increasing nurses' skill levels and providing its patients with the best care possible; the John T. Mather Memorial Hospital has earned the prestigious Magnet designation which recognizes healthcare organizations for quality patient care, nursing excellence and innovations in professional nursing practices; and WHEREAS, Wayne Shattes earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the State University of New York at Geneseo; he received a Master of Hospital Administration degree from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri; and WHEREAS, Wayne Shattes began his long and distinguished career in medical administration as the Assistant Vice President and Administrative Resident of the Baptist Medical Center in Jacksonville, Florida; and WHEREAS, In 1986, Wayne Shattes joined the John T. Mather Memorial Hospital holding the title of Vice President; in this capacity, he works with a variety of clinical, support and ancillary departments to ensure seamless operations throughout the Hospital and improve both quality and safety; he is truly committed to providing exceptional patient care and superior service; and WHEREAS, Dedicated to his profession, Wayne Shattes is a Fellow of the American College of Health Care Executives, and was a member of the adjunct faculty at St. Joseph's College, in Patchogue, New York, where he taught healthcare finance; and WHEREAS, In addition to his work with the Hospital, Wayne Shattes is a participant of the Port Jefferson Rotary, and serves on the Board of Directors of Jefferson's Ferry, a retirement community; and WHEREAS, Wayne Shattes' ongoing efforts and notable achievements have significantly contributed to bettering the quality of life in his community; and WHEREAS, Throughout his tenure, he continuously displayed initiative and an unrelenting commitment when pursuing the highest of goals, and he has served as a role model of leadership to be emulated by all; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Wayne Shattes upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the John T. Mather Founder's Award by the Golf Classic Committee; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Wayne Shattes.