LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Maria Tesoriero-Pallante upon the
occasion of her designation for special recognition by the Ralph J.
Sansone Foundation on June 9, 2010

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay
just tribute to those individuals who embody the true American spirit,
demonstrating personal courage and determination, and significantly
contributing to the enhancement of the quality of life of others; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Maria Tesoriero-Pallante upon the occasion of her designation for
special recognition by the Ralph J. Sansone Foundation at its 24th Annu-
al Scholarship Dinner to be held on Wednesday, June 9, 2010, at
Sirico's, Brooklyn, New York; and
WHEREAS, A woman of incredible fortitude and perseverance, Maria Teso-
riero-Pallante has continually demonstrated extreme competence, extraor-
dinary intelligence and diligent leadership in her unwavering service to
her community and consequently has been selected for this most presti-
gious honor; and
WHEREAS, Maria Tesoriero-Pallante, at the age of 37, was diagnosed
with breast cancer; today, she is proud to say that she is a breast
cancer survivor who is approaching her five year anniversary of being
cancer-free; and
WHEREAS, Inspired by her own journey, Maria Tesoriero-Pallante has
made it her life's passion to fight this disease; she is the team leader
of "Maria's Circle of Friends" which participates, every October, in the
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk; over the past four years,
this incredible team has helped raise over 72,000 dollars; and
WHEREAS, In addition to participating in the Walk, Maria Tesoriero-
Pallante has joined the American Cancer Society as a volunteer and
committee member; she has also shared her story at numerous events as a
survivor speaker, in an effort to educate her community about the impor-
tance of early detection in the fight against breast cancer; and
WHEREAS, In recognition of her efforts of in-depth magnitude, Maria
Tesoriero Pallante has received numerous awards and accolades; she is
the recipient of a Certificate of Appreciation from the American Cancer
Society in honor of all the work she has done on behalf of the Society;
she has also been recognized by the Brooklyn Borough's President Office;
in addition, she was invited by the American Cancer Society to ring the
closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange; and
WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her husband, Salvatore, and her
daughter, Angelica, both of whom feel privileged to be a part of her
life and rejoice in her achievements; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the occurrence of such a compassionate blend-
ing of strength, intellect and commitment as that demonstrated by Maria
Tesoriero-Pallante, who serves as a testament to the power of the human
spirit to triumph over personal adversity; and
WHEREAS, Maria Tesoriero-Pallante is a strong pioneering role model
and inspiration for all citizens, who exemplifies the virtues of sacri-
fice, excellence and determination; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, it is appropriate to publicly proclaim and commend those individ-
uals for the edification and emulation of others; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Maria Tesoriero-Pallante upon the occasion of her designation

for special recognition by the Ralph J. Sansone Foundation on June 9,
2010; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Maria Tesoriero-Pallante.