LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Joseph Fiech upon the occasion of his
designation for special recognition by the Exchange Club of White Plains
on March 12, 2009

WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to take note of and
publicly acknowledge those exemplary individuals whose purposeful lives
and distinguished careers have been committed to bettering the quality
of life in this great Empire State; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Joseph Fiech upon the occasion of his designation for special recogni-
tion by the Exchange Club of White Plains at "An Evening of Magic" to be
held on Thursday, March 12, 2009, at C.V. Rich Mansion/Woman's Club of
White Plains, New York; and
WHEREAS, A man of singular distinction, Joseph Fiech has been called
upon to contribute his time and talents to countless endeavors and has
always given of himself unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, Born in the Bronx, New York, Joseph Fiech was a Boy Scout who
became a distinguished Eagle Scout in 1947, with the rank of Junior
Assistant Scoutmaster; in 1949, he graduated from the Bronx High School
of Science; he went on to attend the City College of New York and earned
his Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting in 1953;
and
WHEREAS, Upon graduation, Joseph Fiech proudly served in the United
States Armed Services from 1953 until 1955; and
WHEREAS, In 1961, Joseph Fiech obtained his CPA certificate; since
that time, he has been practicing accounting at 199 Main Street in White
Plains, New York; he is a highly respected partner at the prestigious
firm of Fiech, Picante and Stano, CPA; and
WHEREAS, Joseph Fiech's illustrious career has led him to be active in
numerous organizations, including: the American Institute of Certified
Public Accountants, the New York State Society of Certified Public
Accountants and the National Conference of Certified Public Accountants
Practitioners; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Joseph Fiech is the former president of the
Westchester Chapter of the New York State Society of Certified Public
Accountants; he joined the Exchange Club of White Plains in 1981, where
he has served as treasurer and scholarship chairman; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his service, a period of
constructive involvement, Joseph Fiech has stood constant in dignity,
good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Claire, who feels
privileged to be a part of his life and rejoices in his achievements;
and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Joseph Fiech has displayed through-
out his life; 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, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Joseph Fiech upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by the Exchange Club of White Plains; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Joseph Fiech.