2009-J4846

Commending Gerard F. Scavelli upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by the Dominican Village

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2009-J4846


LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Gerard F. Scavelli upon the occasion
of his designation for special recognition by the Dominican Village on
May 1, 2010

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to take note of and
publicly acknowledge individuals who have distinguished themselves
through their exemplary careers, accomplishments, and purposeful lives
of service to their community; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Gerard F. Scavelli upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by the Dominican Village at its Annual Dinner Dance to be
held on Saturday, May 1, 2010; and
WHEREAS, The Dominican Village is a non-sectarian, not-for-profit
Independent and Assisted Living Retirement Community, located in Amity-
ville, Long Island, New York and sponsored by the Sisters of St. Domin-
ic; and
WHEREAS, A resident of East Williston, New York, Gerard F. Scavelli
has continually demonstrated extreme competence, extraordinary intelli-
gence and diligent leadership in his unwavering service to both his
community and profession; and
WHEREAS, Gerard F. Scavelli is the President of Broadridge Financial
Solutions, Inc.'s Mutual Fund Division and a Broadridge Corporate Offi-
cer; Broadridge is a Long Island based company and employs over 2000
local residents; and
WHEREAS, Gerard F. Scavelli has been with Broadridge for over 13 years
and has spent the majority of his time developing and expanding
Broadridge's product offering to the financial services industry; and
WHEREAS, Most recently, Gerard F. Scavelli has taken responsibility
for Broadridge's Mutual Fund Solutions Division, where he is accountable
for the overall strategy, operational results and bringing new solutions
to the ever changing mutual fund industry; prior to Broadridge, he was
the partner in charge of the Long Island practice of a national account-
ing and consulting firm; and
WHEREAS, Gerard F. Scavelli has been called upon to contribute his
time and talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and has
always given of himself unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, Gerard F. Scavelli has always had a soft spot in his heart
for the Dominican Village; he has been involved with the Village since
1986, when he had the pleasure, and holds many fond memories, of working
with the members of the Dominican community when Dominican Village was
little more than a thought; and
WHEREAS, Gerard F. Scavelli has served on the Dominican Village Board
for many years and has watched the Village transform through all stages,
from architectural drawings to a thriving institution that is home to
over 250 residents; and
WHEREAS, Community service is very important to Gerard F. Scavelli and
his entire family; he and his wife, Cindy, have generously supported
many church and community organizations including The Boy Scouts of
America, The Girl Scouts of America, The Epilepsy Foundation, Helen
Keller Services for the Blind, Friends of the Arts and Hope for a Heal-
thy Humanity; and
WHEREAS, The Scavelli legacy of community service is also being
carried out by their children, Michael, Christopher and Andrea, who
recognize supporting charitable organizations is vital to being a
responsible and productive member of the community; and

WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Gerard F. Scavelli 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 Gerard F. Scavelli has displayed
throughout his life; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a
long and sustained commitment to excellence certainly have earned the
recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Gerard F. Scavelli upon the occasion of his designation for
special recognition by the Dominican Village; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Gerard F. Scavelli.

actions

  • 21 / Apr / 2010
    • REFERRED TO FINANCE
  • 27 / Apr / 2010
    • REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
  • 27 / Apr / 2010
    • ADOPTED

Resolution Details

Law Section:
Resolutions, Legislative

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