LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Patti Peck upon the occasion of
receiving the 2010 Fundamental Principle Award from the American Red
Cross of Dutchess County on March 18, 2010

WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to recognize 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 devote themselves to the welfare of the commu-
nity 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 commend
Patti Peck upon the occasion of receiving the 2010 Fundamental Principle
Award from the American Red Cross of Dutchess County; and
WHEREAS, The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization, led by
volunteers, that provides relief to victims of disasters and helps
people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies; and
WHEREAS, Each year, the American Red Cross of Dutchess County honors
those organizations and individuals who embody the fundamental spirit
and principles of the Red Cross; and
WHEREAS, Patti Peck will be recognized by the American Red Cross of
Dutchess County at its 100th Anniversary Red Tie Event to be held on
Thursday, March 18, 2010, at The Grandview, Poughkeepsie, New York; and
WHEREAS, A woman of singular distinction, Patti Peck has been called
upon to contribute her time and talents to countless civic and charita-
ble endeavors and has always given of herself unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, In July of 1999, Patti Peck founded His Table Ministries, a
registered non-profit organization, after discovering day-old baked
goods being discarded at a local supermarket; today, she delivers
donated groceries to local food pantries within Dutchess County and to
needy single parent families every day of the year; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Patti Peck organizes a wonderful community
Thanksgiving dinner that has grown from serving 300 to 500 people every
holiday season; and
WHEREAS, Furthermore, at the beginning of every school year, Patti
Peck also seeks out donations of backpacks, clothes, and school supplies
to be given to local children; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of her community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Patti Peck has stood constant in
dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Patti Peck has displayed throughout
her life; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Patti Peck upon the occasion of receiving the 2010 Fundamental
Principle Award from the American Red Cross of Dutchess County on March
18, 2010; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Patti Peck.