LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Jerry Blow upon the occasion of his
induction into the Rockland County Track and Field Hall of Fame

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to recognize those organ-
izations and individuals which have so distinguished themselves in
athletics as to bring great pride to the citizens of their community;
and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
those exemplary athletes who excel in athletics, distinguishing them-
selves through notable achievements and representing the great Empire
State with pride and determination; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Jerry Blow
upon the occasion of his induction into the Rockland County Track and
Field Hall of Fame at the seventh annual induction dinner on Saturday,
May 15, 2010, in Pomona, New York; and
WHEREAS, Jerry Blow of the Nyack High School Class of 1978, won the
New York State 60-yard dash championship in 1978, was a two-time state
runner up, earned nine Rockland County titles and six Section 9 champi-
onships; and
WHEREAS, Jerry Blow later competed for the United States Military
Academy at West Point and broke the school record in the 60-meter dash;
and
WHEREAS, A gifted athlete, Jerry Blow has become a role model in the
sport of track and field; his character and achievements stand as a
sterling example and inspiration to all who would aspire to success;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Jerry Blow upon the occasion of his induction into the Rockland
County Track and Field Hall of Fame; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Jerry Blow.