LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Lillian Lebart upon the occasion
of celebrating her 100th Birthday on March 3, 2010

WHEREAS, Senior citizens bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to
the increasingly active roles they play in today's society; their past
contributions and future participation are a vital part of, and valuable
asset to, the fabric of community life and activity; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late Lillian Lebart upon the occasion of her 100th Birthday on Wednes-
day, March 3, 2010; and
WHEREAS, A resident of Schervier Pavilion, Lillian Lebart celebrated
this most auspicious occasion surrounded by loved ones at a party organ-
ized by her dear friend, Joan Schroeder, and the staff of Schervier
Pavilion; and
WHEREAS, Lillian Lebart was born in New York City on March 3, 1910;
and
WHEREAS, A woman of great faith, Lillian Lebart was a secretary for
The Christophers, a Catholic inspirational organization based in Manhat-
tan, for nearly all of her career; and
WHEREAS, Lillian Lebart and her husband, a New York City Police Offi-
cer, lived most of their lives on the fourth floor of an apartment
building in the Bronx; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with her zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; and
WHEREAS, This distinguished woman has experienced the incredible joys
and sorrows characteristic of and reserved for those with the stamina
and courage to savor a full life; and
WHEREAS, This beloved lady has enriched the lives of those around her
through her joyous and sincere love for others and through the quiescent
charm and wisdom which comes only from a fullness of years; and
WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to publicly recog-
nize those who have reached such a remarkable age and who have witnessed
and celebrated the innovations, cultural developments and awesome
achievements of this country during the last century, while themselves
contributing to the growth and excellence of this great Empire State;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Lillian Lebart upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th
Birthday on March 3, 2010; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Lillian Lebart upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th
Birthday on March 3, 2010.