Senate Resolution No. 2810

BY: Senator BRESLIN

HONORING the Dake Family upon the occasion of
their designation for special recognition by Unity
House on February 14, 2020

WHEREAS, It is incumbent upon the people of the State of New York to
recognize and acknowledge those within our midst who have made
significant contributions to the quality of life therein; and

WHEREAS, From time to time this Legislative Body takes note of
certain extraordinary individuals and organizations it wishes to
recognize for their valued contributions to the success and progress of
society and publicly acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the
basic humanity among us all; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor the Dake
Family upon the occasion of their designation for special recognition by
Unity House to be celebrated at its I Love Unity House Luncheon on
Friday, February 14, 2020, at the Hilton Garden Inn, Troy, New York; and

WHEREAS, Unity House is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life
for people living in poverty, adults with mental illness, victims of
domestic violence, children with developmental delays and their
families, people living with HIV/AIDS, and others whose needs can
effectively be met by this vital organization and its philosophy; and

WHEREAS, A family run business since 1917, Stewart's Shops and the
Dake Family have always been generous supporters of numerous local
causes across the Capital Region; and

WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unremitting commitment to its
communities, the Dake Family Foundation is doing their part to brighten
the lives of those in need, donating substantial funds to Unity House;
this amazing contribution will provide affordable child care to families
in need, and the remainder will be put toward a fund which allows Unity
House to help those with unexpected emergencies; and

WHEREAS, Furthermore, for many years, the Stewart's Holiday Match
program has contributed to countless charities near and far; and

WHEREAS, The success of Unity House is in direct correlation to the
efforts of its dedicated supporters such as the Dake Family, whose
involvement is, and always has been, characterized by an impressive
commitment, an unbridled enthusiasm, and an uncompromising standard of
excellence in all endeavors on behalf of the organization and the
community it serves; and

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when
individuals and organizations of such noble aims and accomplishments are
brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by
all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor the Dake Family upon the occasion of their designation for special
recognition by Unity House on February 14, 2020; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the Dake Family.