LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Adam Sirota of the Roslyn Middle
School upon the occasion of participating in the New York City Half
Marathon

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body takes pleasure in honoring talented scho-
lastic athletes who distinguish themselves and their community through
outstanding athletic performance; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, it is the intent of this Legislative Body to
congratulate Adam Sirota of the Roslyn Middle School upon the occasion
of participating in the New York City Half Marathon; and
WHEREAS, On Sunday, March 18, 2012, Adam Sirota of the Roslyn Middle
School ran in the New York City Half Marathon; it was his second year of
participation in the 13.1 mile race; he ran the race on behalf of Team
Fox to raise money for the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's
Research; and
WHEREAS, Adam Sirota of the Roslyn Middle School was the youngest
runner in the prestigious 2012 New York City Half Marathon; 15,331
runners competed in the race, Adam finished in the top 17 percent of
these runners; his finish time was an outstanding 1:42:04; and
WHEREAS, While undergoing intensive training for the 2012 New York
City Half Marathon, Adam Sirota was simultaneously preparing for his Bar
Mitzvah; and
WHEREAS, Excellence and success in competitive sports can be achieved
only through strenuous practice; Adam Sirota's dedication to marathon
running is a year-round, everyday commitment; he is highly focused and
has developed a matchless work ethic; and
WHEREAS, Adam Sirota's exemplary performance in the New York City Half
Marathon is reflective of his dedication, determination and personal
commitment; his achievement stands as a hallmark of what is best in the
families, schools and communities across New York State; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Adam Sirota of the Roslyn Middle School upon the occasion
of participating in the New York City Half Marathon, and to commend him
for the enduring honor he has brought to his family, school and communi-
ty; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Adam Sirota.