LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Michael DelPiano upon the occasion of
his retirement from the New York State Office of Mental Retardation and
Developmental Disabilities

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge the
significant milestones in the distinguished careers of esteemed resi-
dents of this noble Empire State; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Michael DelPiano upon the occasion of his retirement from the New York
State Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities; and
WHEREAS, Following in the footsteps of his father, Michael DelPiano
began his career at Revere Copper and Brass in 1971, where he also
served his Union in the capacity of Shop Steward; and
WHEREAS, In 1983, Michael DelPiano began working as a Habilitation
Specialist 2 for the New York State Office of Mental Retardation and
Developmental Disabilities; at this time, he became more involved with
his Union, the Public Employees Federation; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Michael DelPiano served the Public
Employees Federation in numerous roles, including Steward, Council Lead-
er, Executive Board Member, Regional Coordinator, Political Action
Chairman and Grievance Appeals Chair; and
WHEREAS, For many years, Michael DelPiano served both the New York
State Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities and
the Public Employees Federation with intelligence and caring dedication,
continuously striving to effectively fulfill the duties of his position;
and
WHEREAS, Sincerely loved and greatly respected by all those with whom
he worked, Michael DelPiano will be remembered for his honesty, integri-
ty, keen sense of duty and ability to show a unique grasp of human prob-
lems in his official acts; and
WHEREAS, With Michael DelPiano throughout have been his wife, Cindy,
and their two children, Andrea and Michael Jr., all of whom feel privi-
leged to be a part of his life and rejoice in his many achievements; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, 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
honor Michael DelPiano upon the occasion of his retirement from the New
York State Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities,
and to wish him continued success in all of his future endeavors; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Michael DelPiano.