LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Garden City South Little League Base-
ball upon the occasion of celebrating its 60th Anniversary on April 12,
2014

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 individ-
uals and organizations that are devoted to the welfare of the community
and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Athletic competition for youth enhances the moral and phys-
ical development of the young people of this State, preparing them for
the future by instilling in them the value of teamwork, encouraging a
standard of healthy living, imparting a desire for success and develop-
ing a sense of fair play, sportsmanship and competition; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Garden City South Little League Baseball upon the occasion of celebrat-
ing its 60th Anniversary; and
WHEREAS, This auspicious event will begin on Saturday, April 12, 2014,
with a parade of players and coaches, followed by Opening Day ceremo-
nies; and
WHEREAS, Garden City South Little League Baseball began in 1954 and
serves the communities of Franklin Square, Garden City South, and West
Hempstead; and
WHEREAS, Garden City South Little League Baseball is under the
outstanding leadership of President Joseph Sorrentino; and
WHEREAS, This milestone anniversary presents an opportunity for this
Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to Garden City South
Little League Baseball; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to call attention
to organizations such as Garden City South Little League Baseball which
serve to bring people together for a united purpose and serve the recre-
ational needs of the youth of the community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Garden City South Little League Baseball upon the occasion of
celebrating its 60th Anniversary; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Joseph Sorrentino, President, Garden City South Little League
Baseball.