LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Betty J. Falstick upon the occasion of
her retirement after many years of distinguished service to Friends of
the Newark Library

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body seeks to acknowledge those individuals
whose professional lives and civic endeavors serve to enhance the stat-
ure of the State of New York; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Betty J. Falstick upon the occasion of her retirement after many years
of distinguished service to Friends of the Newark Library, to be cele-
brated on Friday, May 11, 2012 at the Newark Public Library, Newark, New
York; and
WHEREAS, In addition to commemorating her retirement, this auspicious
occasion will celebrate the remarkable milestone of Betty J. Falstick's
90th Birthday; and
WHEREAS, For the past 12 years, Betty J. Falstick has served as the
President of Friends of the Newark Library; and
WHEREAS, In this capacity, Betty J. Falstick has served with loyalty,
honor and distinction, and has rendered faithful, conscientious and
valuable service to Friends of the Newark Library; and
WHEREAS, Over the years, Betty J. Falstick has been instrumental in
the success of a monthly event at The Newark Library where scores of
people take time from their busy days to come for lunch and listen to a
book review; and
WHEREAS, This highly anticipated local event has been a mainstay at
the library for over 30 years and has grown to serve up to 70 people
under the leadership of Betty J. Falstick, who has worked tirelessly to
coordinate food, volunteers and speakers for the last 12 years; and
WHEREAS, A valued and involved member of her community, Betty J.
Falstick is a member of the Newark Historical Society; in addition, she
served on the State Committee of Hospital Auxiliaries of New York State
for several years; and
WHEREAS, In her official acts, Betty J. Falstick was governed by a
keen sense of duty and always showed a unique grasp of human problems;
and
WHEREAS, During her tenure with Friends of the Newark Library, Betty
J. Falstick earned the admiration, esteem and affection of her
colleagues; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Betty J. Falstick upon the occasion of her retirement after many
years of distinguished service to Friends of the Newark Library; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Betty J. Falstick.