LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Christopher Macchio upon the occasion of
his designation for special recognition by Cellini Lodge 2206, Order
Sons of Italy in America at its 44th Annual Red and White Gala on March
30, 2012

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that individuals who
distinguish themselves in their profession and in service to their
community merit the highest commendation; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Christopher Macchio upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by Cellini Lodge 2206, Order Sons of Italy in America (OSIA)
at its 44th Annual Red and White Gala, to be held at the Chateau Briand
in Westbury, New York on Friday, March 30, 2012; and
WHEREAS, This year at its Red and White Gala and Scholarship Charita-
ble Benefit Dinner Dance Cellini Lodge 2206, OSIA, and its Cellini Char-
itable Foundation also celebrate the Lodge's 44th Anniversary and the
culmination of its yearlong observation of the 150th Anniversary of the
Reunification of Italy; and
WHEREAS, Each year, at its Annual Gala, Cellini Lodge 2206 proudly
recognizes the achievements of those who have distinguished themselves
in their profession and who exemplify OSIA's ideals; Christopher Macchio
truly merits such recognition; and
WHEREAS, A native of Long Island, Christopher Macchio is a profes-
sional singer with a distinguished solo performance and recording
career; he studied at the Manhattan School of Music Conservatory and
continued under noted coaches of the Metropolitan Opera House; and
WHEREAS, In 2010, tenor Christopher Macchio was a founding member of
Bell'Aria, a joint project between EMI Records and PBS Television, to
celebrate the Italian-American musical tradition; in 2011, he was named
the official Tenor of UNICO, a nationwide organization dedicated to the
preservation and promotion of Italian heritage and culture; and
WHEREAS, Christopher Macchio has performed in countless special events
for dignitaries and government officials, with the New York City Opera's
Nova Company, as well as in a series of concert tours across the coun-
try, and in such notable venues as Patsy's in Manhattan, Mets Citifield,
and Feinstein's Cabaret in New York City's Regency Hotel; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, it is appropriate to publicly proclaim and commend them for the
edification and emulation of others; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Christopher Macchio upon the occasion of his designation for
special recognition by Cellini Lodge 2206, Order Sons of Italy in Ameri-
ca at its 44th Annual Red and White Gala on March 30, 2012; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Christopher Macchio.