LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Blaise Castellano upon the occasion of
his designation as recipient of the Technological Development 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
Blaise Castellano upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of
the Technological Development 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, Blaise Castellano has contin-
ually demonstrated extreme competence, extraordinary intelligence and
diligent leadership in his unwavering service to his community and
professions and consequently has been designated for this most presti-
gious award; and
WHEREAS, Blaise Castellano earned his degrees in Electrical Engineer-
ing, Audio Engineering and Computer Sciences and went on to become the
President and founder of Command Com, Inc., a computer consulting compa-
ny specializing in business networking and support since 1994; his
company supports small businesses in all aspects of computer technology
as well as internet design and marketing; and
WHEREAS, Blaise Castellano has applied his practical and academic
experience to a variety of consultancies for dozens of small businesses
in his community; he has also developed many unique technological
solutions to help his clients make the most of the available technology
in today's world; and
WHEREAS, Actively supporting Reaching-Out Community Services since
2004, Blaise Castellano and his team have developed a custom database
solution which helps to track and record the needs of the families the
organization helps; he has contributed the design and maintenance of its
website as well as its computers and network; and
WHEREAS, Always available to train staff in the latest technologies so
that Reaching-Out Community Service can be as productive as possible,
Blaise Castellano continually contributes his time and skills; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his two loving sons, Chris and
Tommy, both of whom feel privileged to be a part of his life and rejoice
in his achievements; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the occurrence of such a compassionate blend-
ing of strength, intellect and commitment as that demonstrated by Blaise
Castellano 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 Blaise Castellano upon the occasion of his designation as recipi-
ent of the Technological Development 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 Blaise Castellano.