LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Roxanne Fratezi upon setting an
age group world record at the 2010 Northeast Regional Single Lift Power-
lifting Championships

WHEREAS, Excellence and success in competitive sports can be achieved
only through strenuous practice, nurtured by dedicated coaching and
strategic planning; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay
tribute to those esteemed individuals within the State of New York who
distinguish themselves through outstanding achievements in worldwide
athletic competition; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late Roxanne Fratezi upon setting an age group world record at the 2010
Northeast Regional Single Lift Powerlifting Championships; and
WHEREAS, The event was held at Johnson City Senior High School on
Saturday, May 29, 2010, and drew about 80 different competitors from
nine states; and
WHEREAS, Roxanne Fratezi's overall record is outstanding; she was
loyally and enthusiastically supported by family, fans, friends and the
community at large; and
WHEREAS, A Johnson City resident, Roxanne Fratezi picked up 245 pounds
in the deadlift competition, which is a record for the 50-54-year-old
age group; and
WHEREAS, Sports competition instills the values of self-motivation,
pride and accomplishment, and Roxanne Fratezi has clearly made a
contribution to the spirit of excellence which is a tradition of her
community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Roxanne Fratezi upon setting an age group world record at
the 2010 Northeast Regional Single Lift Powerlifting Championships; and
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Roxanne Fratezi.