LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Thomas L. Hill upon the occasion of his
designation for special recognition by the Hamilton-Madison House on
April 20, 2012

WHEREAS, It is the custom 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 individ-
uals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its
citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Thomas L. Hill upon the occasion of his designation for special recogni-
tion by the Hamilton-Madison House at its 33rd Annual Chinatown Banquet
on Friday, April 20, 2012, at Jing Fong Restaurant, Chinatown, New York;
and
WHEREAS, Hamilton-Madison House is a voluntary, non-profit settlement
house dedicated to improving the quality of life of its community,
primarily those in the Two Bridges/Chinatown area of Manhattan's Lower
East Side; and
WHEREAS, Since its establishment in 1898, Hamilton-Madison House has
been a part of the settlement house movement in New York City that has
pioneered the development and protection of humane policies and
programs; these efforts have fostered social well-being among the most
vulnerable populations: children, the elderly, the ill, the handicapped,
new immigrants, refugees and the unemployed; and
WHEREAS, Hamilton-Madison House's unique professional experience in
working with Asian Americans has led to the expansion of services city-
wide; each year, Hamilton-Madison House serves more than 10,000 children
and adults; and
WHEREAS, Hamilton-Madison House speaks the many languages of the
community, promotes understanding and cooperation among the ethnic
groups, and is attuned to their changing needs; it encourages the shar-
ing of resources and responsibilities through the active participation
of every segment of the community; and
WHEREAS, Thomas L. Hill, RPA began his career in real estate over 40
years ago, serving in various line and supervisory positions with Uris
Buildings Corporation, and later with Paramount Group, Inc.; and
WHEREAS, In 1985, he joined Boston Properties, Inc. where he currently
serves as Senior Vice President of Property Management for the New York
Region; and
WHEREAS, Thomas L. Hill oversees property management and tenant
relations including 599 Lexington Avenue, 601 Lexington Avenue, 399 Park
Avenue, 7 Times Square, 767 Fifth Avenue, 510 Madison Avenue, 540 Madi-
son Avenue, 125 W 55th Street, 5 Times Square, and 90 Church Street; and
WHEREAS, In addition to an RPA, Thomas L. Hill holds numerous certif-
ications and licenses including NYCFD Refrigeration Engineer, and NYCFD
Fire Safety Director; and
WHEREAS, Since 1986, he has been a member of BOMA, serving as an
interim Director in 1997-1998; he also served three terms on the Board
before being elected Secretary in 2007; and
WHEREAS, Furthermore, Thomas L. Hill served as Treasurer for the
2010/2011 term and is currently the Vice President; he is on the Board
of Directors of the Realty Advisory Board on Labor Relations, Inc. and a
part of the Local Union No. 94 Training Program Curriculum Committee;
and
WHEREAS, He served as Co-Chair of the Fire Protection Technical
Committee as part of the NYC Department of Buildings task force to

revise the current building code; he recently participated with the NY
Fire Department in a task force to write the study manual and test ques-
tions for various NYCFD Certificates of Fitness; and he is active with a
number of industry and civic groups; currently, Thomas L. Hill serves on
the Board of Directors of REBNY; 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 Thomas L. Hill upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by the Hamilton-Madison House on April 20, 2012; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Thomas L. Hill.