LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Stephen Solnick upon the occasion of his
retirement after 49 distinguished years as an educator

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to take note of and
publicly acknowledge individuals of remarkable integrity and character
whose endeavors have enhanced the quality of education in this great
State; and
WHEREAS, The result of many individual efforts, the excellence and the
success of the Bellmore Elementary Schools are due in large part to the
efforts of Stephen Solnick; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Stephen
Solnick upon the occasion of his retirement after 49 distinguished years
as an educator, including 47 in Bellmore; and
WHEREAS, Stephen Solnick has continually demonstrated an impressive
dedication, an unparalleled devotion and an unremitting enthusiasm for
the quality of the educational programs and opportunities offered in the
Bellmore Elementary Schools for the benefit of their faculty and
students, as well as for the entire community; and
WHEREAS, In completing his service as a teacher, Stephen Solnick
leaves behind more than mere bricks and mortar; he leaves behind a lega-
cy to the residents of the Bellmore community and to future generations
of its students; and
WHEREAS, On Wednesday, June 22, 2011, the family, friends and
colleagues of Stephen Solnick will gather at The Coral House in Baldwin
to honor him and to wish him well in his retirement; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Stephen Solnick upon the occasion of his retirement, and for his
significant contributions to education in New York State; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Stephen Solnick.