LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Alisa and Jeffrey Struzer upon the
occasion of their designation by the Chabad of Little Neck as the Guests
of Honor at a Dinner on June 23, 2011

WHEREAS, The quality and character of life in the Empire State is great-
ly enriched by the faithful and generous service of those who devote
themselves to endeavors of family, faith and community; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend individuals of such magnanimous conduct and bearing who demon-
strate a deep and continuing concern for others, and in so doing,
inspire others to do the same; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and fully in accord with its long-
standing traditions, it is the intent of this Legislative Body to
commend Alisa and Jeffrey Struzer upon the occasion of their designation
by the Chabad of Little Neck as the Guests of Honor at a Dinner on June
23, 2011, to be held at Colbeh Catering; and
WHEREAS, This year the synagogue chose as its Guests of Honor Alisa
and Jeffrey Struzer for their support, commitment and dedication to the
Chabad of Little Neck; and
WHEREAS, The Chabad of Little Neck is dedicated to offering to all
people, regardless of background, philosophy or level of commitment, an
open door environment for strengthening and enhancing Jewish life,
providing material, emotional and spiritual support to anyone who walks
through its doors; and
WHEREAS, The Chabad of Little Neck which offers a warm, joyous,
sincere and inspiring atmosphere for worship, builds community through
its youth programs, prayer services, food drive, women's center and
educational events, strengthening not only the Jewish community but the
entire Borough of Queens; and
WHEREAS, Born on Manhattan's Lower East Side, Jeffrey Struzer moved to
Queens when he was five years-old; he later graduated from Francis Lewis
High School before receiving a degree in economics from the Hiram Scott
College in Nebraska; and
WHEREAS, Jeffrey Struzer, who worked at the Social Security Adminis-
tration and then at his family's awning business, was a member of the
United States Army Reserve and had attained the rank of Specialist Fifth
Class when he was honorably discharged; and
WHEREAS, He is also a member of the Knights of Pythias, Eureka Lodge,
and served one term as Chancellor Commander; and
WHEREAS, Alisa Shoshana Struzer was born in what was then Palestine;
her father fought in the Israeli War for Independence; and
WHEREAS, The Shoshana family moved to the United States when Alisa was
five years-old; and
WHEREAS, Alisa Struzer is a former schoolteacher and is not only her
family's first college graduate but the first to complete doctoral
studies; and
WHEREAS, Alisa and Jeffrey Struzer found comfort and a sense of commu-
nity at the Chabad of Little Neck because of its philosophy, warmth,
friendliness and acceptance of all Jews, regardless of their background
and beliefs; and
WHEREAS, Alisa and Jeffrey Struzer are sincerely devoted members of
the Chabad of Little Neck and their community as well as generous
supporters of many worthy programs and causes at the shul, in the commu-
nity, and in Israel; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to extend its highest commen-
dation to Alisa and Jeffrey Struzer for their dedication and commitment
to their community and their heritage; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Alisa and Jeffrey Struzer upon the occasion of their designation
by the Chabad of Little Neck as the Guests of Honor at a Dinner on June
23, 2011; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Alisa and Jeffrey Struzer.