LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Harriette Ketover upon the occasion of
her designation for special recognition by the Westchester Region of
Hadassah

WHEREAS, Individuals who give of their time and energies and serve the
best interests of their communities are an asset beyond remuneration and
cannot be sufficiently extolled; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge
outstanding individuals whose professional lives, personal endeavors and
community service are an example and inspiration to their colleagues,
friends, and family; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Harriette Ketover upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by the Westchester Region of Hadassah; this auspicious occa-
sion will be celebrated at the organization's Annual Gala, The 2011
Carnivale and Casino Night, to be held on Saturday, March 26, 2011, at
the Ritz-Carlton in White Plains, New York; and
WHEREAS, The Westchester Region of Hadassah is hosting its Annual Gala
as part of its noteworthy efforts to support the life-saving work of the
Hadassah Medical Organization; and
WHEREAS, Placing great emphasis on clinical and scientific research
with the aim of advancing and improving medical care in Israel and
throughout the world, the Hadassah Medical Organization is one of the
world's leading institutions in healthcare, research and education; and
WHEREAS, The honorees of the Westchester Region of Hadassah are highly
respected for the work they do professionally and for their extensive
community involvement; and
WHEREAS, Harriette Ketover has lived in Harrison, New York, for over
25 years and for 22 years has taught health education in the White
Plains school district; and
WHEREAS, Possessing a lifetime commitment to community service,
particularly to Hadassah, Harriette Ketover dedicated many years of
volunteered involvement to working with Hadassah chapters in Brooklyn
and Harrison; and
WHEREAS, The culmination of Harriette Ketover's dedicated service to
Hadassah was her tenure as President of the Westchester Region of Hadas-
sah for three years; and
WHEREAS, Most proud of her beloved children and grandchildren,
Harriette Ketover has taught and continues to teach them valuable
lessons for helping to make the world a better place by assisting those
in need; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of her professional and communi-
ty service, a period of constructive involvement, Harriette Ketover has
stood constant in dignity, good grace and humor, and has earned the
respect and admiration of her colleagues, family and friends; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Harriette Ketover has displayed
throughout her life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Harriette Ketover upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by the Westchester Region of Hadassah; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Harriette Ketover.