Senate Resolution No. 1586

BY: Senator JACOBS

HONORING Tom Ryan upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of the Director's Citation
for Longevity in Service by the Town of Hamburg on
April 25, 2017

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
organizations and individuals 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
Tom Ryan upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the
Director's Citation for Longevity in Service by the Town of Hamburg, to
be celebrated at its 29th Annual Youth Bureau Service Awards and
Recognition Banquet on Tuesday, April 25, 2017, at Michael's Banquet
Facility in Hamburg, New York; and

WHEREAS, This award recognizes an individual for their steadfast and
unremitting commitment to the youth of their community; Tom Ryan is
truly deserving of this prestigious award; and

WHEREAS, Tom Ryan 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 his many years of community service, a period of
constructive involvement, Tom Ryan has stood constant in dignity, good
grace and humor; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an
individual for the benefit of others which Tom Ryan 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 Tom Ryan upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the
Director's Citation for Longevity in Service by the Town of Hamburg; and
be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Tom Ryan.