LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Richard Leahy upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of the John W. Chase Award by the New Yorktown
Chamber of Commerce

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to publicly recognize
those extraordinary individuals who have made contributions to the
success and progress of society in the course of their life's work; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Richard Leahy
upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the John W. Chase
Award by the New Yorktown Chamber of Commerce at its 11th Annual Dinner
Dance on Friday, February 6, 2009, in Cortlandt Manor, New York; and
WHEREAS, This particular award is named in honor of the founder of
Chase Media Group; the award was created to recognize an entrepreneur
who, in the spirit of the visionary and resourceful Mr. Chase, has
demonstrated singular and lasting success that benefits local consumers
and enriches local commerce; it also recognizes the importance of commu-
nity service; and
WHEREAS, A resident of Yorktown Heights for nearly 50 years, Richard
Leahy, who founded Atlantic Appliance in 1975, operates locations in
Yorktown Heights and Mt. Kisco, and employs 25 local residents; a found-
ing board member of the Jack DeVito Foundation, Mr. Leahy assisted many
organizations, including Chamber Support Connection, and Harrison Apar
Field of Dreams Foundation, which earned him prestigious recognition
from the Yorktown Lions, and Westchester County; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Laurie, and their
son, Maxwell, both of whom feel privileged to be a part of his life and
rejoice in his achievements; and
WHEREAS, A true asset to society, Richard Leahy's distinguished record
merits the recognition and respectful tribute of this Legislative Body;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Richard Leahy upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of
the John W. Chase Award by the New Yorktown Chamber of Commerce; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Richard Leahy.