LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 50th Anniversary of Westcott
Florist

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 busi-
nesses and individuals who are devoted to the welfare of the community
and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, It is also the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize
and commend those who work to better their local community and work hard
to keep a local tradition alive; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commem-
orate the 50th Anniversary of Westcott Florist; and
WHEREAS, A family-owned and operated business, Westcott Florist has
served the Syracuse community since 1961, when Dino Centra, Sr. and his
late wife, Rita, opened the shop in the Westcott neighborhood; and
WHEREAS, Throughout its 50 years in business, Westcott Florist has
woven itself into the cultural and diverse Westcott business district;
and
WHEREAS, After five decades of dedicated service to its community,
Westcott Florist has helped community members recognize both happy and
sad occasions with floral arrangements and gifts to its loyal customers;
and
WHEREAS, Since 1961, Westcott Florist has stayed current with changing
times in order to satisfy the needs and desires of their customers, and
continues to serve the community; and
WHEREAS, Over the years, Westcott Florist has expanded from a small
storefront to occupy the entire building at 548 Westcott Street, now
including the first and second floors; and
WHEREAS, Dino Centra, Sr. and his wife raised two sons, Dino, Jr., who
has worked with his father at Westcott Florist for 38 years, and John,
who is currently a Justice of the Appellate Division of the New York
State Supreme Court; today, Dino, Sr. is the loving grandfather of
seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that when a busi-
ness of such noble aims and enviable accomplishments is brought to our
attention, it should be recognized and applauded by all the citizens of
this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 50th Anniversary of Westcott Florist; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Westcott Florist owners, Dino Centra, Sr. and Dino Centra,
Jr.