2011-J948
LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Mr. Sheldon Duncan upon the occasion of
his designation for special recognition by Silver Lining Outreach, Inc.
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the
quality and character of life in the communities across New York State
are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those organiza-
tions and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the
community and its citizenry; and
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 Mr.
Sheldon Duncan upon the occasion of his designation for special recogni-
tion by Silver Lining Outreach, Inc.; and
WHEREAS, On February 19, 2011, a raging five-alarm fire blazed
throughout a Brooklyn apartment building displacing 100 residents; the
ferocious blaze, which erupted in East Flatbush, was battled by 200
firefighters; and
WHEREAS, A shelter for the displaced residents was set up at a nearby
school where Sheldon Duncan, the General Manager of Papa John's Pizza,
located at 1915 Nostrand Avenue, provided the victims with a donation of
approximately 20 pizzas; and
WHEREAS, By participating in the massive assistance effort which took
place on that frigid night, Sheldon Duncan is to be respectfully
commended and is worthy of this meritorious honor; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a
long and sustained commitment to excellence certainly have earned the
recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Mr. Sheldon Duncan upon the occasion of his designation for
special recognition by Silver Lining Outreach, Inc.; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Mr. Sheldon Duncan.