LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Robert Burke upon the occasion of the
completion of his distinguished service as a Trustee of the Floral Park-
Bellerose School District Board of Education

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend those illustrious individuals of the State of New York who have
contributed significantly to the pursuit of excellence in the education
of the youth of the Empire State; and
WHEREAS, The American public school system is a treasured institution;
those who work to improve our schools and ensure that all children have
access to quality educational programs merit the highest commendation of
this Legislative Body; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Robert Burke upon the occasion of the completion of his distinguished
service as a Trustee of the Floral Park-Bellerose School District Board
of Education; and
WHEREAS, A Trustee since 1995, Robert Burke served the people of the
Floral Park-Bellerose communities, most especially the children of the
communities, with dedication and distinction for almost 16 years; and
WHEREAS, Robert Burke served as President, Vice President and Trustee
of the Board and also represented Floral Park-Bellerose School District
residents on the Sewanhaka Central High School District Board of Educa-
tion; and
WHEREAS, His question about any matter that came before the Board
during all his years of service was always the same -- "How will this
help the kids?"; he will be greatly missed; and
WHEREAS, Robert Burke has been a valued and involved member of the
Floral Park-Bellerose School District Board of Education; he worked to
raise the level of offerings at Floral Park-Bellerose schools and to
ensure that the district and staff have the tools needed to provide a
quality education for the students of the district; and
WHEREAS, Robert Burke has shown a deep and continuing concern for
children and well deserves the admiration, esteem, and affection he has
earned from his colleagues and the community he has served so well; and
WHEREAS, In completing his service as a Trustee of the Floral Park-
Bellerose School District Board of Education, Robert Burke leaves behind
more than bricks and mortar, he leaves a legacy of service, commitment,
and professionalism to the Board, parents, teachers, and staff of the
district and the communities it serves, and to future generations of its
students; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to pay
tribute to Robert Burke for his many years of distinguished service as a
Trustee of the Floral Park-Bellerose School District Board of Education
upon the occasion of his retirement from the Board, noting with appreci-
ation, the significance of his service and contribution; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Robert Burke.