2009-J2883
LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring the City of Geneva Aid to the Hand-
icapped Committee and Richard Guinan for their long and meritorious
service to the region
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 organiza-
tions and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the
community and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor the
City of Geneva Aid to the Handicapped Committee and Richard Guinan for
their long and meritorious service to the region; and
WHEREAS, Since being approved by the Geneva City Council in 1964, the
Aid to the Handicapped Committee has made it its mission to improve
conditions for people with disabilities, enhancing their quality of life
and protecting them; and
WHEREAS, In addition, the Aid to the Handicapped Committee has advo-
cated for people with disabilities by providing education, information,
workshops and lectures; and
WHEREAS, A member of the Aid to the Handicapped Committee for 29
years, Richard Guinan has been committed to ensuring that the opportu-
nities of America are available and accessible to every citizen of Gene-
va; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals and organizations of such noble aims and accomplishments are
brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by
all the citizens of the great State of New York; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is pleased to have this opportunity to
express its highest admiration for the City of Geneva Aid to the Hand-
icapped Committee and Richard Guinan and to wish them continued success
in all of their future endeavors; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor the City of Geneva Aid to the Handicapped Committee and Richard
Guinan for their long and meritorious service to the region; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the City of Geneva Aid to the Handicapped Committee and Rich-
ard Guinan.