LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending The Reverend George W. Hommel for his
outstanding contributions and accomplishments on behalf of John A.
Coleman Catholic High School on April 30, 2011

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, Reverend George W. Hommel has given not only of his time and
energies but also of his competence, intelligence and leadership and
consequently has been designated for special honor; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend The Reverend
George W. Hommel for his outstanding contributions and accomplishments
on behalf of John A. Coleman Catholic High School, to be celebrated at
its Hall of Fame Tribute Dinner on Saturday, April 30, 2011, at the
Hillside Manor in Kingston, New York; and
WHEREAS, A priest and Catholic school teacher for nearly 30 years,
Reverend George W. Hommel has long been an advocate for Catholic educa-
tion, noting the positive difference made by having a quality education
paired with faith-based learning and moral development; and
WHEREAS, Reverend George W. Hommel has taught at a number of Catholic
schools throughout New York State including Blessed Sacrament in New
Rochelle, Archbishop Stepinac High School in White Plains, and Maris
Refina High School in Hartsdale; and
WHEREAS, Since 1994, Reverend George W. Hommel has served as pastor at
St. John's Church in Woodstock, New York; and
WHEREAS, Reverend George W. Hommel 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, In 2010, Reverend George W. Hommel became the Regional Vicar
of Ulster County, and developed an appreciation and relationship with
John A. Coleman Catholic High School; he continues to serve the institu-
tion in any capacity needed, including celebrating Mass at the school,
where his warmth and humor make him a favorite among the students; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Reverend George W. Hommel has stood
constant in dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Reverend George W. Hommel has
displayed throughout his life; 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
commend The Reverend George W. Hommel for his outstanding contributions
and accomplishments on behalf of John A. Coleman Catholic High School on
April 30, 2011; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to The Reverend George W. Hommel, 12 Holly Hill Drive, Wood-
stock, New York 12498.