LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Brenda Resnick Spano upon the occasion
of her designation for special recognition by the Westchester Region of
Hadassah

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 reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those individ-
uals who have devoted themselves 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 commend
Brenda Resnick Spano upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by the Westchester Region of Hadassah at its Rollin' at the
Ritz, 2009 Monte Carlo Gala to be held on Saturday, March 21, 2009, at
the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, White Plains, New York; and
WHEREAS, Brenda Resnick Spano is being recognized for her unwavering
devotion to the citizens of Westchester County for the past 20 years;
and
WHEREAS, Brenda Resnick Spano has been called upon to contribute her
time and talents to countless endeavors and has always given of herself
unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, A woman of singular distinction, Brenda Resnick Spano began
her esteemed career as a teacher and then Director of Special Services
for Greenburgh-Graham UFSD, followed by serving as First Deputy County
Clerk for 13 years; and
WHEREAS, For the past 10 years, Brenda Resnick Spano has dedicated her
energies to children as Westchester County's Pro-Bono Advocate for Child
Care, promoting quality and equitable child care throughout Westchester;
in addition, she serves as member of the Board of the Maria Fareri Chil-
dren's Hospital and My Sister's Place, a shelter for women and children;
and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of her service, a period of
constructive involvement, Brenda Resnick Spano has stood constant in
dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by individuals
for the benefit of others which Brenda Resnick Spano 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 Brenda Resnick Spano upon the occasion of her designation for
special recognition by the Westchester Region of Hadassah; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Brenda Resnick Spano.