LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Frontier Communications upon the occa-
sion of its induction into the Tri-State Chamber of Commerce Hall of
Fame on May 17, 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 businesses who devote themselves to the welfare of the communi-
ty and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Frontier
Communications upon the occasion of its induction into the Tri-State
Chamber of Commerce Hall of Fame, celebrated at its 24th Annual Spring
Banquet on Saturday, May 17, 2014, at the Best Western Inn at Hunt's
Landing; and
WHEREAS, The Tri-State Chamber of Commerce acts as the local Chamber
of Commerce for the City of Port Jervis and Town of Deerpark, Orange
County, New York, the Borough of Matamoras, Pike County, Pennsylvania,
and the Village of Montague, Sussex County, New Jersey; these three
communities are located in the three fastest growing counties in their
respective states; and
WHEREAS, The purpose of the Tri-State Chamber of Commerce Hall of Fame
is to recognize and honor those businesses that have shown dedication to
the Chamber and its mission while improving the quality of life in the
Tri-State area through entrepreneurship, leadership and commitment to
the region's business community; and
WHEREAS, Frontier Communications has been selected for this esteemed
honor for its demonstration of innovation and entrepreneurship in busi-
ness, as well as for its integrity, accountability, and strong sense of
business ethics in day-to-day business operations; and
WHEREAS, With a mission to be the leader in providing communications
services to residential and business customers within its markets, Fron-
tier Communications truly values its customers, and is active within the
community it so ably serves; and
WHEREAS, Frontier Communications' values include a commitment to use
resources wisely; that value translates into actions that are good for
the earth and good for business; and
WHEREAS, Furthermore, this exemplary business conserves energy,
reduces waste, and recycles in an effort to control costs, improve its
financial performance, and to leave the planet in better shape for
generations to come; and
WHEREAS, Frontier Communications utilizes virtual meetings to reduce
the greenhouse-gas emissions and high cost associated with business
travel; in addition, to lessen the consumption of paper materials, elec-
tronic deposit is available to all employees, and online bill pay is
available to all customers; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those individ-
uals and businesses 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 Frontier Communications upon the occasion of its induction into
the Tri-State Chamber of Commerce Hall of Fame on May 17, 2014; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Frontier Communications.