LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Jim Garfinkel upon the occasion of his
designation for special recognition by North Shore Synagogue on June 7,
2014

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize the
efforts of those individuals within the State of New York who give of
their time and energies in support of spiritual endeavors which aim to
benefit the community at large; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Jim Garfinkel, upon the occasion of his designation for special recogni-
tion by North Shore Synagogue; he will be honored at its Journal Dinner
Dance 2014, on Saturday, June 7, 2014; and
WHEREAS, Jim Garfinkel is being recognized for his dedicated and exem-
plary efforts as a member of the Merger Committee during the joining of
North Shore Synagogue, of Syosset, New York, with Temple Beth Elohim, of
Old Bethpage, New York; and
WHEREAS, Jim Garfinkel and his family have been active members of
North Shore Synagogue for many years, serving the congregation in many
capacities; a participant in many of the family-oriented educational
programs, services and events, this distinguished man has held many
leadership positions, and is Immediate Past President of North Shore
Synagogue, Chair of the Budget and Finance Committee, Co-Chair of the
Pulpit Committee, Chair of the Technology Committee and member of the
Marketing and Membership Committee; and
WHEREAS, In his professional life, Jim Garfinkel is Executive Director
at Morgan Stanley, Greater New York City; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Jill, and their chil-
dren, Jessica and Jared, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of his
life and rejoice in his achievements; and
WHEREAS, Throughout its rich historical past and up to the present
day, the North Shore Synagogue has been sustained by the beneficent
efforts of countless congregants such as Jim Garfinkel, who have gener-
ously supported their temple with abundant kindness and good deeds; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Jim Garfinkel upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by North Shore Synagogue, noting his unremitting commitment,
ceaseless devotion and spiritual resolve; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Jim Garfinkel.