LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Colin Demers upon the occasion of his
designation for special recognition by the Ladies of Charity

WHEREAS, It is incumbent upon the people of the State of New York to
recognize and acknowledge those within our midst who have made signif-
icant contributions to the quality of life therein; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Colin Demers upon the occasion of his designation for special recogni-
tion by the Ladies of Charity, to be celebrated at its Annual Installa-
tion Dinner on Tuesday, May 22, 2012, at The Century House in Latham,
New York; and
WHEREAS, The Ladies of Charity is an organization dedicated to service
and prayer for those in the community who suffer from poverty; founded
in 1617 by Vincent de Paul, the local chapter of the Diocese of Albany
has a long and honored tradition of positively impacting the Albany
community with various projects; and
WHEREAS, Colin Demers, managing partner of The Century House, has
initiated his own program to help those in need in the Albany area;
through his "Enjoy One Share One" program, he has provided over 215,000
meals since 2009 for those in need through the Regional Food Bank of
Northeastern New York; and
WHEREAS, The creation of Enjoy One Share One, which was launched in
June 2009, has changed the way The Century House does business; Colin
Demers is a visionary who inspires all who come in contact with him,
where he is active in an array of community and civic organizations; and
WHEREAS, The Enjoy One Share One program is a sustained giving model
for doing business for The Century House; it is classified as socially
responsible philanthropy; and
WHEREAS, A true asset to society, Colin Demers's distinguished record
merits the recognition and respectful tribute of this Legislative Body;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Colin Demers upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by the Ladies of Charity; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Colin Demers.