LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Vincente Jewelers upon the occasion of
its designation by the Freeport Salvation Army as a recipient of a
Community Service Award on May 15, 2009

WHEREAS, It is the sense 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 who
distinguish themselves in their profession and in service to their
community; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and fully in accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Vincente Jewelers upon the occasion of its designation by the Freeport,
New York Salvation Army as a recipient of its 2009 Community Service
Award; and
WHEREAS, Vincente Jewelers, and all those associated with it, will be
honored at the Freeport Advisory Council's 21st Annual Civic Dinner
Honoring Volunteers, to be held at the New York Elks Lodge No. 1 in
Lynbrook on Friday, May 15, 2009; and
WHEREAS, The Salvation Army in Freeport has long worked diligently to
meet the spiritual, social and basic needs of people of all ages and
backgrounds; its many services to the community include programs for
seniors, fellowship programs for both women and men, and outreach to
children and youth; and
WHEREAS, The Freeport Advisory Council's Annual Civic Dinner provides
an opportunity for the Freeport Salvation Army to honor volunteers and
pay tribute to those who exemplify its mission of improving the quality
of life of the community and citizens it serves and who help to support
its worthy endeavors; and
WHEREAS, Individuals who give of their time and energy and serve the
best interests of their communities are an asset beyond remuneration and
cannot be sufficiently extolled; and
WHEREAS, The owners and employees of Vincente Jewelers in Freeport
have given not only of their time and energy, but also of their experi-
ence, expertise and leadership and truly merit this special honor in
recognition of their outstanding service, dedication and contributions
to the Freeport community; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is pleased to have this opportunity to
recognize and applaud individuals and businesses, such as Vincente
Jewelers, which work to meet the needs of their community and its citi-
zens with diligence and compassionate commitment to improving the lives
of others; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when businesses
and individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to
our attention, they should be recognized and celebrated by all the citi-
zens of the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Vincente Jewelers upon the occasion of its designation by the
Freeport Salvation Army as a recipient of a Community Service Award at
the Freeport Advisory Council's 21st Annual Civic Dinner on May 15,
2009; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Vincente Jewelers.