LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Tommy Mulgannon Stramka upon the occa-
sion of his designation as Deputy Marshal of the 17th Annual Bay Ridge
St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 28, 2010

WHEREAS, St. Patrick's Day is a time for people of all nationalities and
generations to assemble and celebrate the rich culture and heritage of
the Irish people throughout the United States; and
WHEREAS, A St. Patrick's Day parade reflects and records the ongoing
history of the United States and Ireland, and provides opportunity for
people of all generations to assemble in ethnic pride and pageantry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Tommy Mulgannon Stramka upon the occasion of his designation as Deputy
Marshal of the 17th Annual Bay Ridge St. Patrick's Day Parade to be held
on Sunday, March 28, 2010; and
WHEREAS, Born and raised in Bay Ridge, New York, Tommy Mulgannon
Stramka is the son of Maureen Stramka and the late Richard Stramka; he
attended Our Lady of Angels, Bishop Ford High School and also studied at
Saint Francis College; and
WHEREAS, Tommy Mulgannon Stramka worked on Wall Street with Security
Pacific Bank, where he eventually became Manager and Assistant Vice
President of the Municipal Bond Department; and
WHEREAS, After 10 years of distinguished service, Tommy left the bank
to pursue his dream of owning a business in the Bay Ridge community;
today, he is the sole proprietor of a successful delicatessen and cater-
ing company now in its 17th year of business; and
WHEREAS, Despite his busy professional life, Tommy Mulgannon Stramka
has been called upon to contribute his time and talents to countless
civic and charitable endeavors and has always given of himself unstint-
ingly; and
WHEREAS, A man of great faith, Tommy Mulgannon Stramka is a devoted
member of Saint Anselm's where he coaches basketball, soccer and base-
ball; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Tommy Mulgannon Stramka is also a karate
instructor who was recently promoted to Fourth Degree Black Belt in the
World Martial Arts Association; he shares his skills and expertise
teaching self defense to men, women and children of all ages; he has
been training students at Our Saviors' Church Gymnasium for the past 10
years; and
WHEREAS, Tommy Mulgannon Stramka is also a strong supporter of many
local organizations including the Bay Ridge Community Service Center,
The Guild for Exceptional Children and Catholic Charities; every Thanks-
giving he feeds many families in need throughout Staten Island and
Brooklyn; during the tragic events of 9-11, he helped provide food to
all the first responders; and
WHEREAS, A man of singular distinction, Tommy Mulgannon Stramka has
continually demonstrated extreme competence, extraordinary intelligence,
and diligent leadership in his unwavering service to his community and
profession; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the occurrence of such a compassionate blend-
ing of strength, intellect and commitment as that demonstrated by Tommy
Mulgannon Stramka over a lifetime of sacrifice and dedication to others;
and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Patricia, and their
children, Michelle, Kristen, and Tommy Jr., all of whom feel privileged
to be a part of his life and rejoice in his achievements; and

WHEREAS, A fitting choice for Deputy Marshal of the 17th Annual Bay
Ridge St. Patrick's Day Parade, Tommy Mulgannon Stramka embodies the
spirit and the cherished ideals and values of Irish-Americans of this
great State and Nation; 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
honor Tommy Mulgannon Stramka upon the occasion of his designation as
the Deputy Marshal of the 17th Annual Bay Ridge St. Patrick's Day Parade
on March 28, 2010; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Tommy Mulgannon Stramka.