2011-J1235
LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Sir Knight Thomas Liddy for special
recognition as a Past Faithful Navigator, Knights of Columbus, Pope John
XXIII Assembly of the Fourth Degree
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay
tribute to those distinguished citizens of the State of New York who
devote their lifework and civic endeavor in service to their community,
adding to the character and quality of life for all citizens; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body to justly proud to honor Sir
Knight Thomas Liddy for special recognition as a Past Faithful Naviga-
tor, Knights of Columbus, Pope John XXIII Assembly of the Fourth Degree,
to be celebrated at its Annual Patriotic Ball and testimonial dinner at
the New Hyde Park Council Hall on Saturday, April 30, 2011; and
WHEREAS, The Knights of Columbus is an international Catholic organ-
ization with over 1.8 million members worldwide; it is dedicated to
working for the Catholic Church, community, and fellow man; each year
the Knights of Columbus contributes a significant amount of donations
and well over 60 million hours of personal service to charitable and
benevolent activities; and
WHEREAS, Sir Knight Thomas Liddy's service as a Past Faithful Naviga-
tor is a great honor, as well as a family tradition; his father, also
named Thomas, was a Past Faithful Navigator, making this father and son
duo the first ever to serve in this capacity for the Knights of Colum-
bus, Pope John XXIII Assembly of the Fourth Degree; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Sir Knight Thomas Liddy has stood
constant in dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
those individuals and organizations that devote their energy, resources
and thoughtful care to improving the quality and character of life in
their communities; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Sir Knight Thomas Liddy for special recognition as a Past Faithful
Navigator, Knights of Columbus, Pope John XXIII Assembly of the Fourth
Degree; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Sir Knight Thomas Liddy, 1536 Falmouth Avenue, New Hyde Park,
New York 11040.