LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Michelle Furlong upon the occasion of
her designation for special recognition by the Epilepsy Foundation of
Northeastern New York on November 19, 2009

WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to take note of and
publicly acknowledge those individuals of remarkable integrity and char-
acter who have inspired and brought pride to our majestic Empire State
with their strong contributions to the community and model citizenship;
and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Michelle Furlong upon the occasion of her designation for special recog-
nition by the Epilepsy Foundation of Northeastern New York at its Annual
Awards Dinner to be held on Thursday, November 19, 2009, at Wolfert's
Roost Country Club, Albany, New York; and
WHEREAS, The mission of the Epilepsy Foundation of Northeastern New
York is to ensure people with seizures are able to participate in all
life experiences and to prevent, control and cure epilepsy through
services, education, advocacy and research; and
WHEREAS, As everyday residents of Northeastern New York face the phys-
ical, emotional and social uncertainties of epilepsy, the Epilepsy Foun-
dation is there to help those with epilepsy to grow to become happy,
self-confident and productive adults, by offering them, as well as their
friends, families and caregivers a variety of programs; and
WHEREAS, A woman of singular distinction, Michelle Furlong has been
called upon to contribute her time and talents to countless endeavors on
behalf of the Epilepsy Foundation of Northeastern New York and has
always given of herself unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, Michelle Furlong served on the 1st Annual Stroll for Epilepsy
committee this past year, in honor of her son, Ian; her team, "The Help-
ers," had an extremely successful campaign; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of her service, a period of
constructive involvement, Michelle Furlong has continually demonstrated
extreme competence, extraordinary intelligence and diligent leadership
in her unwavering service to the Epilepsy Foundation of Northeastern New
York; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a
long and sustained commitment to excellence have earned the recognition
and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, there-
fore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Michelle Furlong upon the occasion of her designation for
special recognition by the Epilepsy Foundation of Northeastern New York
on November 19, 2009; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Michelle Furlong.