LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Edie Bellocchio upon the occasion of
being honored on Thursday, March 12, 2009, in conjunction with Women's
History Month in the State of New York

WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to take note of and
publicly acknowledge individuals of remarkable integrity and character
who have inspired and brought pride to our majestic Empire State with
their strong contributions to the community and model citizenship; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Edie Bellocchio upon the occasion of being honored on Thursday, March
12, 2009, in conjunction with Women's History Month in the State of New
York; and
WHEREAS, Each year, the State of New York officially sets aside time
to recognize the unique contributions that women have made to this great
Empire State and its society; and
WHEREAS, Women of every race, class, and ethnic background have made
historic contributions to the growth and strength of New York State in
countless recorded and unrecorded ways; and
WHEREAS, Edie Bellocchio is a 1977 honors graduate of Sarah J. Hale
High School; while in high school, she worked part-time in salons as a
hairdresser and later made it her profession for awhile; after her
marriage to the late Salvatore, and having children, she became a stay-
at-home mom; and
WHEREAS, For over 22 years, Edie Bellocchio has been involved in
Scouting; with the Girl Scouts she served as a Junior Leader, worked
with the cadets and seniors, and also served as a membership development
director; in addition, she has worked in many other capacities in Scout-
ing; and
WHEREAS, Predeceased by her father, husband and brother, Edie Belloc-
chio has stayed busy and continues to support her children in Scouting;
she is a strong advocate of the program; and
WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her children, Vanessa, Stepha-
nie, and Christian, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of her life
and rejoice in her achievements; and
WHEREAS, A true asset to society, Edie Bellocchio's distinguished
record merits the recognition and respectful tribute of this Legislative
Body; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Edie Bellocchio upon the occasion of being honored on Thursday,
March 12, 2009, in conjunction with Women's History Month in the State
of New York; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Edie Bellocchio.