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J525Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor Helen Hall's Retirement

Official title

“Commending Helen Hall upon the occasion of her retirement as Osceola Town Clerk after more than 35 years of distinguished public service”

Sponsor Joseph A. GriffoSD-47
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors Helen Hall on her retirement after over 35 years as Osceola Town Clerk, recognizing her dedicated public service.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of long-term local government service. , showing how the stability and dedication of officials like Helen Hall can positively impact small communities over decades.

  2. Acknowledges the broader community role of public servants. , noting Hall’s contributions beyond her official duties—including volunteer work with the food bank and support for neighbors—which illustrates how local officials often serve as community anchors.

  3. Emphasizes the value placed on personal qualities in public service. , such as loyalty, empathy, and a strong sense of duty, setting an example for current and future community leaders and reinforcing standards for civic engagement.

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Honor Helen Hall's Retirement

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Joseph A. Griffo

Senator · Senate District 47

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. 525 BY: Senator GRIFFO COMMENDING Helen Hall upon the occasion of her retirement as Osceola Town Clerk after more than 35 years of distinguished public service WHEREAS, This Legislative Body seeks to acknowledge those individuals whose… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 525 BY: Senator GRIFFO COMMENDING Helen Hall upon the occasion of her retirement as Osceola Town Clerk after more than 35 years of distinguished public service 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, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize that the quality and character of life in communities across New York State are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those individuals who are devoted to the welfare of their community and its citizenry; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Helen Hall upon the occasion of her retirement as Osceola Town Clerk after more than 35 years of distinguished service; this auspicious milestone was celebrated at the Town's 2018 Christmas Party; and WHEREAS, From 1984-2018, Helen Hall served as the Osceola Town Clerk; in this capacity, she has overseen countless initiatives that have made her community a better and stronger place to live; and WHEREAS, In addition to her role as Town Clerk, Helen Hall worked with the local food bank, helped organize various holiday parties and church dinners, and graciously offered to drive her neighbors to their doctor's appointments and to pick up groceries; and WHEREAS, For more than 35 years, Helen Hall rendered faithful, conscientious and valuable service to the Town of Osceola; in her capacity as Clerk, she served with loyalty, honor and distinction; and WHEREAS, In her official acts, Helen Hall was governed by a keen sense of duty and always showed a unique grasp of human problems; and WHEREAS, During her tenure with the Town of Osceola, Helen Hall earned the admiration, esteem and affection of her colleagues; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend Helen Hall upon the occasion of her retirement as Osceola Town Clerk after more than 35 years of distinguished public service, and to wish her continued success in all of her future endeavors; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Helen Hall.

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