LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring The Rotary Club of Albany upon the occa-
sion of its designation as recipient of the Lasallian Service Award

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 reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those organiza-
tions and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the
community and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor The
Rotary Club of Albany upon the occasion of its designation as recipient
of the Lasallian Service Award, to be celebrated at the 30th Annual
Lasallian Dinner on Thursday, May 3, 2012, at the Holiday Inn, Albany,
New York; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the years, The Rotary Club of Albany has had a
very special connection with LaSalle School; and
WHEREAS, The Rotary Youth Awards program, sponsored by the The Rotary
Club of Albany recognize the accomplishments and challenges of young
people in local child welfare and residential treatment centers; and
WHEREAS, Instrumental in founding the program, former LaSalle staff
member and Albany Rotarian, W. Brian Barr worked to help create a
program that would recognize their accomplishments; and
WHEREAS, At LaSalle School, the Rotary Youth Awards contribute greatly
to the pride and satisfaction its young recipients take in their success
believing that through hard work and perseverance there is no limit to
what they can achieve; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when organiza-
tions of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and 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 The Rotary Club of Albany upon the occasion of its designation as
recipient of the Lasallian Service Award; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to The Rotary Club of Albany.