LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 10th Anniversary of the Barry
and Florence Friedberg Jewish Community Center, May 23, 2010

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 organiza-
tions and individuals that are devoted 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 commem-
orate the 10th Anniversary of the Barry and Florence Friedberg Jewish
Community Center; this auspicious occasion will be celebrated on Sunday,
May 23, 2010, at its Anniversary Gala, to be held at The Sands at Atlan-
tic Beach in Atlantic Beach, New York; and
WHEREAS, The Barry and Florence Friedberg Jewish Community Center has
been serving Long Island's south shore community for nearly 50 years and
provides social and educational programs, plus vitally needed services
for individuals of all ages; and
WHEREAS, The very pulse of Long Island's South Shore Jewish community,
the Barry and Florence Friedberg Jewish Community Center is an all
encompassing facility, dedicated to providing and maintaining the spirit
of Judaism and its values through the strengthening of Jewish family
life and culture; and
WHEREAS, Located in Oceanside, New York, with centers in both Merrick
and Long Beach, the Barry and Florence Friedberg Jewish Community Center
operates programs for new mothers/new babies, day care, nursery school,
after school activities, summer camps, teen programs, adult activities,
special needs programs, holiday events and cultural activities for all;
it is where friends, neighbors and family come together to discover
their Jewish identity, be themselves and just have fun; and
WHEREAS, The extensive and varied programs of the Barry and Florence
Friedberg Jewish Community Center are reflective of its compelling
mission to create a dynamic, caring community that helps families,
youth, the elderly and the disabled at all economic levels; and
WHEREAS, The Barry and Florence Friedberg Jewish Community Center
promotes Jewish life and values by providing programs and services in a
warm and caring environment for all people in every stage of life; and
WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents an opportunity for this
Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to the Barry and Florence
Friedberg Jewish Community Center; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when an organ-
ization of such noble aims and accomplishments is brought to our atten-
tion, it should be recognized and applauded by all the citizens of this
great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 10th Anniversary of the Barry and Florence Friedberg
Jewish Community Center; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Barry and Florence Friedberg Jewish Community Center, 15
Neil Court, Oceanside, New York 11572.