LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Anthony J. Napoli upon the occasion of
his 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
Anthony J. Napoli upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by the Tamarack Tower Foundation at its Dinner Dance to be
held on Saturday, May 16, 2009, at the Lake Isle Country Club, Eastches-
ter, New York; and
WHEREAS, A man of singular distinction, Anthony J. Napoli has contin-
ually demonstrated extreme competence, extraordinary intelligence, and
diligent leadership in his unwavering service to his community and
profession and consequently has been selected for this most prestigious
honor; and
WHEREAS, Anthony J. Napoli has been a resident of Port Chester, New
York, since 1977, when he was appointed the Principal of Port Chester
High School; upon his arrival, he immediately became an active member of
the community; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary leader, Anthony J. Napoli served as the Princi-
pal of Port Chester High School until 1985; he later returned to the
Port Chester School District in 1991, and served as the Port Chester
Superintendent of Schools until 1995; and
WHEREAS, Anthony J. Napoli began his esteemed career in education as a
Social Studies Teacher in 1961; since that time, he has served in numer-
ous capacities including: Coordinator of Humanities, Director of Second-
ary Education, Assistant Superintendent for Staff
Development/Communications; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Anthony J. Napoli has lent his time and energies
serving in numerous Chairmanships; today, he is serving as the Director
of Education of the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Carol, their chil-
dren, Lisa, Peter and Melissa, as well as their six grandchildren, all
of whom feel privileged to be a part of his life and rejoice in his
achievements; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Anthony J. Napoli 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 Anthony J. Napoli upon the occasion of his 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 Anthony J. Napoli.