LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Larry Swanson upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award by the
Wantagh Chamber of Commerce on January 14, 2016

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, Larry Swanson has given not only of his time and energies but
also of his competence, intelligence and leadership and consequently,
has been designated for special honor; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Larry Swanson
upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Lifetime
Achievement Award by the Wantagh Chamber of Commerce to be celebrated at
its Annual Installation of Officers and Trustees Event, on Thursday,
January 14, 2016, at The Riviera, Massapequa, New York; and
WHEREAS, Owner of Environmental Landscape Design, Larry Swanson has
been called upon to contribute his time and talents to countless civic
and charitable endeavors and has always given of himself unstintingly;
and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Larry Swanson has stood constant in
dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by individuals
for the benefit of others which Larry Swanson has displayed throughout
his life; 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 Larry Swanson upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of
the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Wantagh Chamber of Commerce on
January 14, 2016; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Larry Swanson.