LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Frank Ciardullo upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of the Environmental Beautification Award

WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to take note of and
publicly acknowledge individuals of remarkable integrity and character
who have inspired and brought pride to our majestic Empire State with
their strong contributions to the community and model citizenship; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Frank Ciardullo of Frank Ciardullo Landscapes and Design upon the occa-
sion of his designation as recipient of the Environmental Beautification
Award by the New York State Nursery and Landscape Association at the
2009 New York State Arbor Day Celebration which was held in the West
Capitol Park on Friday, April 24, 2009; and
WHEREAS, Individuals who give of their time and energies and serve the
best interests of their communities are an asset beyond remuneration and
cannot be sufficiently extolled; and
WHEREAS, Frank Ciardullo has given not only of his time and energies
but also of his competence, intelligence and leadership and consequently
has been designated for this special honor; and
WHEREAS, Frank Ciardullo has been called upon to contribute his time
and talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and has always
given of himself unstintingly; 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 Frank Ciardullo upon the occasion of his designation as recipient
of the Environmental Beautification Award; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Frank Ciardullo.