LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Mike and David Faust upon the occasion
of their 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 Mike
and David Faust upon the occasion of their 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, David Faust is a partner in the law firm of Faust, Oppenheim;
the firm focuses primarily in the areas of corporate and financial law;
he is a life member of Hadassah; and
WHEREAS, Mike Faust is also an attorney and has been in the private
practice of law in the White Plains area since 1985; her firm concen-
trates in the areas of matrimonial and family law; and
WHEREAS, A long-time strong supporter of Hadassah for its groundbreak-
ing research in gene therapies and cutting edge cancer treatments, Mike
Faust is a life member of the organization; and
WHEREAS, Mike and David Faust's commitment to community service has
led to their active involvement in many organizations in both New York
and Israel; they have both been involved with the Abraham Fund, American
Friends of Haifa University, Westchester Holocaust Commission and Ameri-
can Cancer Society; and
WHEREAS, Married for 44 years, Mike and David Faust live in Larchmont,
New York, where they raised three beloved children; they are the proud
grandparents of seven grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of their professional and commu-
nity service, a period of constructive involvement, Mike and David Faust
have stood constant in dignity, good grace and humor, and have earned
the respect and admiration of their colleagues, family and friends; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by individuals
for the benefit of others which Mike and David Faust have displayed
throughout their lives; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Mike and David Faust upon the occasion of their 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 Mike and David Faust.