Assembly Resolution No. 2071

BY: M. of A. Blankenbush

HONORING Sharon Kelly upon the occasion of her
designation for special recognition by the New York
State Office for the Aging on May 14, 2024

WHEREAS, Senior citizens bring a wealth of experience and knowledge
to the increasingly active roles they play in today's society; their
past contributions and future participation are a vital part of, and
valuable asset to, the fabric of community life and activity; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Sharon Kelly
upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by the New
York State Office for the Aging on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at the Hart
Theatre Lounge at The Egg Performing Arts Center in Albany, New York;
and

WHEREAS, Each May, the New York State Office for the Aging pauses to
acknowledge the outstanding contributions made by older citizens during
National Older Americans Month; and

WHEREAS, Members of older generations have helped build and shape
our Nation to be the greatest in the world; they have defended our
freedoms and values to ensure that those who come after them may have
better lives; nowhere in the Nation is the legacy of their efforts more
visible and more a part of the lives of all citizens than here in the
State of New York; and

WHEREAS, Sharon Kelly has continually demonstrated extreme
competence, extraordinary intelligence, and diligent leadership in her
unwavering service to her community and, consequently, has been selected
for this most prestigious honor; and

WHEREAS, Ever active in her community, Sharon Kelly volunteers at a
myriad of organizations in Lewis County, such as the Lewis County Taking
Care of Our Own, where she helps to raise money for Beta Sigma Phi
Sorority's charitable efforts; and

WHEREAS, Truly valuing community welfare and literacy amongst
residents, Sharon Kelly worked with the Greater Thousand Islands
Literacy Council and the Lewis County General Hospital Auxiliary; she
has also served as a member of the New York State Reading Association,
St. Theresa's Guild, Lowville Food pantry, and Lewis County Christmas
Sharing/Santa for Seniors; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by
individuals for the benefit of others which Sharon Kelly has displayed
throughout her life; and

WHEREAS, Sharon Kelly has enriched the lives of her family, friends
and colleagues through her love and respect for others, and through the
wisdom which comes from many years of living life to the fullest; now,
therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Sharon Kelly upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by the New York State Office for the Aging; and be it
further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Sharon Kelly.