LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring John P. Sheehy, M.D., FAAP upon the
occasion of his designation as a recipient of the 2011 Founder's Award
by the Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc.

WHEREAS, Individuals who give of their time and energies and serve the
best interests of their communities are an asset beyond remuneration and
cannot be sufficiently extolled; and
WHEREAS, Dr. John P. Sheehy has given not only of his time and ener-
gies but also of his competence, intelligence and leadership and conse-
quently has been designated for special recognition; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor John P.
Sheehy, M.D., FAAP upon the occasion of his designation as a recipient
of the 2011 Founder's Award by the Long Island Council on Alcoholism and
Drug Dependence, Inc., to be celebrated at its 24th Annual Angel Ball at
The Oheka Castle in Huntington, New York, on Wednesday, May 4, 2011; and
WHEREAS, The Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence
(LICADD)'s mission is to address the addictive climate of the times by
providing initial attention and referral services to individuals, fami-
lies, and children, through intervention, education and professional
guidance to overcome the ravages of alcohol and other drug-related prob-
lems; and
WHEREAS, Dr. John P. Sheehy is the Chairman of the Department of
Pediatrics at Glen Cove Hospital and is an attending Physician at North
Shore-Long Island Jewish University Hospital at Manhasset, New York,
Cohen Children's Medical Center and Winthrop University; in addition, he
is the Physician in Charge at North Shore School District and the
Medical Director for St. Christopher-Ottilie Home in Sea Cliff, New
York; and
WHEREAS, As both a dedicated father and medical professional, Dr. John
P. Sheehy has worked tirelessly to raise public awareness of the dangers
of alcohol and substance use, particularly upon children and adoles-
cents; he is a strong advocate for all children and families struggling
to overcome the devastating impact of alcoholism and substance use; and
WHEREAS, Dr. John P. Sheehy has been called upon to contribute his
time and talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and has
always given of himself unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, With a life-long commitment to creating a healthier community
for children, Dr. John P. Sheehy has been a devoted LICADD Board Direc-
tor for more than two decades, and has served as the Vice Chair of the
Executive Board; and
WHEREAS, Well respected by his peers for his wisdom in the field of
pediatrics, Dr. John P. Sheehy has been appointed to several prestigious
professional committees including the Nominating, By-laws, Medical
Board, Performance Improvement and Credentialing Committees; and
WHEREAS, Dr. John P. Sheehy is a member of the Joint Conference
Professional Affairs Committee for North Shore Long Island Jewish
Healthcare System, as well as the Medical Executive Committee; current-
ly, he serves as the Director of the Pediatric Program for Family Prac-
tice Residency Program at Glen Cove Hospital; and
WHEREAS, Dr. John P. Sheehy is published in the fields of both pedia-
trics and sports medicine; he has lectured to physicians, residents and
medical students at Adelphi University and will be a Clinical Mentor for
Hofstra University School of Medicine when it opens in September of
2011; and
WHEREAS, Dr. John P. Sheehy has valiantly served his community for 33
dedicated years, specializing in treating children and adolescents; he

is held in the highest regard by the medical community and is beloved by
his many patients; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his lovely wife, Patricia, and
their three wonderful children, Catherine, Anna and Bridget, all of whom
feel privileged to be part of his life and rejoice in his achievements;
and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who give
outstanding service to the people of the Empire State and whose extraor-
dinary achievements save the lives of their fellow citizens should be
recognized because their efforts so profoundly strengthen our shared
commitment to family and community life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor John P. Sheehy, M.D., FAAP upon the occasion of his designation as
a recipient of the 2011 Founder Award by the Long Island Council on
Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc.; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to John P. Sheehy, M.D., FAAP, Locust Valley, New York.