LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Vincent Paulette upon the occasion of
his designation as recipient of the Volunteer of the Year Award by
Reaching-Out Community Services on April 28, 2011

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize those
individuals of preeminent character whose lives exemplify the highest
ideals of humanity and whose lifework and civic endeavor serve to
enhance the quality of life in their communities and the great State of
New York; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Vincent Paulette upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of
the Volunteer of the Year Award by Reaching-Out Community Services to be
celebrated at its Annual Dinner and Gala at Rex Manor in Brooklyn, New
York, on Thursday, April 28, 2011; and
WHEREAS, A man of singular distinction, Vincent Paulette has contin-
ually demonstrated extreme competence, extraordinary intelligence and
diligent leadership in his unwavering service to his community and
profession and consequently has been designated for this most presti-
gious award; and
WHEREAS, Vincent Paulette has generously volunteered his time to
Reaching-Out Community Services for several years; his hard work and
support are demonstrated daily in the operations of this organization;
and
WHEREAS, A dedicated member of the Reaching-Out Community Services
team, Vincent Paulette is constantly giving back to those less fortu-
nate; his committed efforts have helped to put food on the table for
many hungry families within the community; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the occurrence of such a compassionate blend-
ing of strength, intellect and commitment as that demonstrated by
Vincent Paulette over a lifetime of sacrifice and dedication to others;
and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a
long and sustained commitment to excellence certainly have earned the
recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Vincent Paulette upon the occasion of his designation as recipient
of the Volunteer of the Year Award by Reaching-Out Community Services on
April 28, 2011; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Vincent Paulette.