Honor Rome Foundation Anniversary

Assembly Resolution No. 690 BY: M. of A. Buttenschon COMMEMORATING the 20th Anniversary of the Rome Community Foundation on October 23, 2019 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize that the quality and character of life in the communities across New York State are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those organizations and individuals who are devoted to the welfare of the 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 commemorate the 20th Anniversary of the Rome Community Foundation, to be celebrated with a reception followed by a program in the Capitol Arts Complex in Rome, New York, on Wednesday, October 23, 2019; and WHEREAS, This auspicious event pays tribute to those individuals who have made a difference in the lives of the people who live in the Rome area by making significant contributions to their community through their donations, time and actions; and WHEREAS, Established in 1999, the Rome Community Foundation addresses the emerging needs of community non-profit organizations and gives individuals a better way to donate to the well-being of the citizens of the Greater Rome area; and WHEREAS, The Rome Community Foundation continues to manage assets and proceeds which are used to raise funds exclusively for the needs of the area institutions and the people they serve; and WHEREAS, Today, under the luminous leadership of President David Grow; Vice Presidents, David Engelbert and Lynn Rosen; Secretary, Julie Grow Denton; Treasurer, Robert Ritz; and Executive Director, Victor Fariello, the Rome Community Foundation remains committed to following its mission of helping to provide for the betterment of life and improvement of the citizens of the Greater Rome community; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to call attention to organizations such as the Rome Community Foundation which serves to bring people together for the united purpose of actively pursuing improvements in their communities; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the Rome Community Foundation upon the occasion of celebrating its 20th Anniversary; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to David Grow, President, Rome Community Foundation.