LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Joseph A. Dussich, Jr. upon the occasion
of receiving the Man of the Year Award from the Italian Board of Gover-
nors on May 6, 2010

WHEREAS, It is the custom 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 organiza-
tions and individuals who would devote 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 honor
Joseph A. Dussich, Jr. upon the occasion of receiving the Man of the
Year Award from the Italian Board of Governors at its Bishop's Gala to
be held on Thursday, May 6, 2010, at Russo's on the Bay, Howard Beach,
New York; and
WHEREAS, A man of singular distinction, Joseph A. Dussich, Jr. has
continually demonstrated extreme competence, extraordinary intelligence
and diligent leadership in his unwavering service to both his community
and profession; and
WHEREAS, Joseph Dussich, Jr. is Chief Executive Officer & President of
JAD Corporation of America, one of the largest independently owned jani-
torial, plastic and paper suppliers in the New York tri-state area; the
company has provided sales and services to residential and commercial
properties throughout New York City and the United States for more than
40 years; and
WHEREAS, As part of his commitment to his customers, Joseph A.
Dussich, Jr. offers professional seminars to help educate building
owners and managers of efficient maintenance techniques, cost-saving
measures, as well as environmentally friendly cleaning; as a result of
these seminars JAD is viewed by city officials and the real estate
community as one of the most credible and socially responsible companies
in New York; and
WHEREAS, A true entrepreneur, Joseph A. Dussich, Jr. has expanded JAD
from a small trash bag company to a full-line janitorial supply house;
he even branched into the lighting business with the formation of Ameri-
can Bulb Corporation almost 20 years ago; most recently, he created the
Mint-X Corporation, the manufacturer of the world's only EPA approved
rat repellent trash bag; and
WHEREAS, Despite his busy professional life, Joseph A. Dussich, Jr.
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, Joseph A. Dussich, Jr. is a member of the Board of Directors
of the Associated Builders and Owners of Greater New York, where he has
been a strong supporter of all the organization's initiatives; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the years, Joseph A. Dussich, Jr. has been active-
ly involved with several organizations including Juvenile Diabetes,
Covenant House, Boys' Town of Italy and the Boomer Esiason Foundation
for the cure of Cystic Fibrosis; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Joseph A. Dussich, Jr. is on the Board of Trus-
tees of Telecare, which provides millions of Long Island viewers with
quality, values-oriented television; he was also appointed to the NYC
Advisory Committee on Recycling; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Joseph A. Dussich, Jr. has stood
constant in dignity, good grace and humor; and

WHEREAS, In recognition of his efforts of in-depth magnitude, Joseph
A. Dussich, Jr. has been the recipient of numerous awards and acco-
lades; he has been designated Man of the Year by several organizations
including the New York Association of Realty Managers, Metropolitan
Building Managers Association, and the Boys' Town of Italy; and
WHEREAS, Furthermore, Joseph A. Dussich, Jr. was honored by the Boomer
Esiason Foundation for a cure for Cystic Fibrosis as the Most Valuable
Player and was named by the Association Builders and Owners of Greater
New York as its Associate of the Year; he has also been the recipient of
the Above and Beyond Award from Island Harvest; Citizen of the Year
Award from the New York State Troopers; and the Camillo Riccordi Humani-
tarian Award from the Juvenile Diabetes Research Institute; moreover, he
has received special commendation from the CancerCare of Long Island and
St. John's University; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his three sons, Joe Jr., Jeff
and James, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of his life and
rejoice in his achievements; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Joseph A. Dussich, Jr. has displayed
throughout his life; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and
sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their
profession, 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
honor Joseph A. Dussich, Jr. upon the occasion of receiving the Man of
the Year Award from the Italian Board of Governors on May 6, 2010; and
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Joseph A. Dussich, Jr.