LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Rabbi Scott Shpeen upon the occasion of
his designation for special recognition by the Sidney Albert Albany
Jewish Community Center

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend those illustrious individuals of the State of New York whose
purposeful endeavors and commitment to family, faith and heritage serve
to enhance the quality of life and education in their communities; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Rabbi Scott
Shpeen upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by
the Sidney Albert Albany Jewish Community Center, to be celebrated at
its 10th Annual "Pillars of our Community" dinner on Thursday, March 4,
2010; and
WHEREAS, Since 1985, Rabbi Scott Shpeen has served Congregation Beth
Emeth; in 1992, he assumed the position of Senior Rabbi; he earned his
undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan and received his
Masters degree and ordination from the Hebrew Union College-Jewish
Institute of Religion; and
WHEREAS, In May of 2009, Rabbi Scott Shpeen received his honorary
Doctor of Divinity degree from the HUC-JIR; he is currently the presi-
dent of the Capital District Board of Rabbis and is past president of
B'nai B'rith, Gideon Lodge No. 140; and
WHEREAS, Rabbi Scott Shpeen has served on the boards of the United
Jewish Federation of Northeastern New York, Daughters of Sarah Nursing
Center, Park Playhouse, Jewish Family Services of Northeastern New York,
and the Admissions Committee of the Central Conference of American
Rabbis; for many years he served as the Jewish Chaplain at the Parsons
School and is currently an adjunct professor at the College of St. Rose;
and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, the late Susan, and
their two children, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of his life
and rejoice in his achievements; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to extend its highest commen-
dation to Rabbi Scott Shpeen for his dedication and commitment to his
community, its children, and his heritage; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Rabbi Scott Shpeen upon the occasion of his designation for
special recognition by the Sidney Albert Albany Jewish Community Center;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Rabbi Scott Shpeen.