LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Trevor Hartblay upon the occasion of his
designation for special recognition as the organizer of a New York Blood
Center scholarship blood drive

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the
quality and character of life in the communities across New York State
are enhanced by the concerned and dedicated efforts of individuals that
generously contribute to the welfare of the community and its citizenry;
and
WHEREAS, It is also the custom of this Legislative Body to acknowledge
outstanding young people whose personal endeavors and community service
are an example and inspiration to their colleagues, friends, and family;
and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Trevor Hartblay upon the occasion of his designation for special recog-
nition as the organizer of a New York Blood Center scholarship blood
drive; and
WHEREAS, Trevor Hartblay is a senior at Schreiber High School in Port
Washington, New York; and
WHEREAS, Knowing that the New York Blood Center needs 2,000 donors a
day to support its vital services to the Long Island community, Trevor
Hartblay organized a scholarship blood drive at the Port Washington
Public Library, which was held on Thursday, January 13, 2011; and
WHEREAS, The New York Blood Center scholarship blood drive is a way to
save lives and to raise money for young donors who plan to attend
college; it enables participating youth to give back to the community
while raising money for their further education; and
WHEREAS, Trevor Hartblay donates blood every time there is a drive at
his school; he plans to attend college and study history next fall at
either Binghamton University or the University of New Haven; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when young
people of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire
State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Trevor Hartblay upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition as the organizer of a New York Blood Center scholarship
blood drive; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Trevor Hartblay, Port Washington, New York.