LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Michelle Monaco upon the occasion
of her designation for special recognition as recipient of the 2010
Chamber Member of the Year Award by the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce

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 enhanced by the concerned and dedicated efforts of individuals that
generously contribute 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 congratu-
late Michelle Monaco upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition as recipient of the 2010 Chamber Member of the Year Award by
the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce; this auspicious occasion will be
celebrated on Saturday, February 27, 2010; and
WHEREAS, A lifelong resident of West Seneca, New York, Michelle Monaco
is the President and Co-Owner of Shell Fab and Design, Inc. which has
been supplying quality surfacing work and countertops to the community
for nearly 20 years; and
WHEREAS, Established in 1988, Shell Fab and Design, Inc. is a leader
in providing premium, custom manufactured countertop solutions; it dedi-
cates itself to producing quality products on time with customer service
as its main goal, and is also dedicated to the economy and the creation
of good jobs; and
WHEREAS, Originally begun with only a handful of employees by owners
Marty and Michelle Monaco, Shell Fab and Design, Inc. has now grown to
over 40 employees and 25,000 square feet of manufacturing space; and
WHEREAS, In addition to being named the 2006 Business of the Year,
Shell Fab and Design, Inc., under the leadership of its President and
Co-Owner, Michelle Monaco, has been active in the community by fundrais-
ing for organizations such as: Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, ALS, West
Seneca Hockey Association, St. Francis High School, Queen of Heaven
Carnival, and the Adopt a Family for Christmas program, among others;
and
WHEREAS, An active member of the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce,
Michelle Monaco has been a Board member for 12 years; she is a former
President and Vice President of the Chamber; and
WHEREAS, Michelle Monaco's passion and enthusiasm on behalf of the
West Seneca Chamber of Commerce and the entire West Seneca business
community is remarkable; and
WHEREAS, Michelle Monaco and her husband, Marty, are the proud parents
of three children, Allison, Devon and Kennedy; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of her professional and communi-
ty service, a period of constructive involvement, Michelle Monaco has
stood constant in dignity, good grace and humor, and has earned the
respect and admiration of her colleagues, family and friends; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when an indi-
vidual of such noble aims and accomplishments is brought to our atten-
tion, she should be recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire
State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Michelle Monaco upon the occasion of her designation for
special recognition as recipient of the 2010 Chamber Member of the Year
Award by the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Michelle Monaco, President and Co-Owner, Shell Fab and
Design, Inc., 2855 Clinton Street, West Seneca, New York 14224.