LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Sam and Jill Karliner upon the occa-
sion of their designation for Special Tribute by the Westchester Jewish
Center at its Annual Dinner Dance on March 5, 2011

WHEREAS, The quality and character of life in the Empire State is great-
ly enriched by the faithful and generous service of those who devote
themselves to endeavors of family, faith and community; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend individuals of such magnanimous conduct and bearing who demon-
strate a deep and continuing concern for others, and in so doing,
inspire others to do the same; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and fully in accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Sam and Jill Karliner upon the occasion of their designation for Special
Tribute at the Annual Dinner Dance of the Westchester Jewish Center, a
conservative synagogue in Mamaroneck, New York on Saturday, March 5,
2011; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the course of their service to Westchester Jewish
Center, Sam and Jill Karliner have exhibited uncommon valor and wisdom;
their involvement and leadership have been characterized by an impres-
sive commitment, an unbridled enthusiasm, and an uncompromising standard
of excellence in all their endeavors on behalf of the synagogue and
their community; and
WHEREAS, In recognizing Sam and Jill Karliner for their many years of
inspirational and devoted service to the synagogue and their faith,
Westchester Jewish Center proudly honors a couple who exemplify the
highest aims and ideals of Judaism, adherence to Torah and mitzvot,
maintenance of the traditions of the Jewish people, and commitment to
their community; and
WHEREAS, Sam and Jill Karliner are active in many WJC programs and
committees and have long been deeply devoted to the Westchester Jewish
Center and to the young people who comprise its next generation; and
WHEREAS, Currently Sam Karliner chairs the WJC Youth Committee and
teaches at the Hebrew High School while Jill Karliner is well-known for
leading the Center's Torah for Tots program on Shabbat mornings and for
teaching WJC's Gan students; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to extend its highest commen-
dation to Sam and Jill Karliner for their dedication and commitment to
their community and their heritage; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to pay
tribute to Sam and Jill Karliner upon the occasion of their designation
as the Guests of Honor at the Annual Dinner Dance of the Westchester
Jewish Center on March 5, 2011; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Sam and Jill Karliner.