LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Camille Linen upon the occasion of her
designation for special recognition by the Tamarack Tower Foundation on
May 16, 2009

WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body, to take note of
and publicly acknowledge those exemplary individuals whose purposeful
lives and distinguished careers have been committed to bettering the
quality of life in this great Empire State; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Camille Linen upon the occasion of her designation for special recogni-
tion by the Tamarack Tower Foundation at its Dinner Dance to be held on
Saturday, May 16, 2009, at the Lake Isle Country Club, Eastchester, New
York; and
WHEREAS, A woman of singular distinction, Camille Linen has contin-
ually demonstrated extreme competence, extraordinary intelligence, and
diligent leadership in her unwavering service to her community and
profession and consequently has been selected for this most prestigious
honor; and
WHEREAS, Camille Linen is an extraordinary educator and highly-res-
pected arts-in-education consultant; currently, she is the coordinator
for Port Chester Schools Literacy through the Arts program, serving
grades K-5; and
WHEREAS, A beloved teacher, Camille Linen taught at Port Chester High
School from 1968 until 1982; during her tenure, she served as English
Department chairperson and drama director; she is also a former member
and past president of the Port Chester Board of Education; and
WHEREAS, Additionally, Camille Linen is a founder of the Port Chester
Council for the Arts; present member of the PCCFA Education Direct; and
an ESL instructor and teacher trainer for BOCES Southern Westchester;
and
WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her husband, Lou Del Bianco,
their daughters, Denise Colangelo (John), Diane Lucas (Kirk), and Dana
Rutson (David), as well as their five grandchildren, Christina, Julie,
Stephen, Scott and Giles, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of
her life and rejoice in her achievements; and
WHEREAS, Throughout her career, Camille Linen has continuously
displayed initiative and an unrelenting commitment when pursuing the
highest of goals, and has served as a role model of leadership to be
emulated by all; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and
sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their
profession, certainly have earned recognition and applause; now, there-
fore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Camille Linen upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by the Tamarack Tower Foundation on May 16, 2009; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Camille Linen.