LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Mitchell R. Weiss upon the occasion of
receiving the Humanitarian Award from the NYPD Columbia Association on
May 8, 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 individ-
uals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its
citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Within every community of the State of New York, there are
certain individuals who, by virtue of their commitment and dedication,
command the respect and admiration of their community for their exem-
plary contributions and service on behalf of others; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Mitchell R.
Weiss upon the occasion of receiving the Humanitarian Award from the
NYPD Columbia Association at its 77th Annual Dinner Dance to be held on
Friday, May 8, 2009; and
WHEREAS, A man of singular distinction, Mitchell R. Weiss has contin-
ually demonstrated extreme competence, extraordinary intelligence and
diligent leadership in his unwavering service to his community and
profession and consequently has been designated for this most presti-
gious honor; and
WHEREAS, Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Mitchell R. Weiss has
committed his life to working with, and for the needs of the people of
the City of New York; while an executive with Empire Blue Cross and Blue
Shield Health Insurance Plan, he was instrumental in the implementation
of the "uninsured" programs for the State of New York within the Harlem
area; and
WHEREAS, He then moved on to become a highly regarded consultant on
government and political affairs for The Little Flower Children Services
of New York, a child care agency located in Brooklyn and Wading River,
Long Island; and
WHEREAS, A devout Catholic, Mitchell R. Weiss has worked very closely
with the Italian community and became the Director of Development for
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in Brooklyn, where he is now a vital part of the
annual feast; and
WHEREAS, Mitchell R. Weiss 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, He is a Board member for the American Academy of Professional
Law Enforcement (AAPLE), member of the American Management Association
and proudly serves as Clergy/Community Liaison for the First Deputy
Police Commissioner and Chief of the Department of the New York Police
Department; additionally, he is a member of numerous committees with
respect to cultural diversity, race relations, health care as well as
committees for the disabled; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Mitchell R. Weiss has displayed
throughout his life; 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 Mitchell R. Weiss upon the occasion of receiving the Humanitarian
Award from the NYPD Columbia Association on May 8, 2009; and be it
further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Mitchell R. Weiss.