LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending David Levine upon the occasion of his
designation for special recognition by Congregation Ohav Shalom on June
7, 2015

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend 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, it is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend
David Levine upon the occasion of his designation for special recogni-
tion by Congregation Ohav Shalom to be celebrated at its inaugural
event, Shomrei Habayit, at a Gala Brunch, on Sunday, June 7, 2015; and
WHEREAS, Congregation Ohav Shalom proudly recognizes David Levine for
his tireless commitment to the synagogue and Jewish life as a whole in
the Capital District; and
WHEREAS, Congregation Ohav Shalom is committed to both the enhancement
of Jewish life through worship, religious education, mitzvot, communal
outreach, and social action (Tikun Olam), and being a welcoming place
where all people feel at home and share each other's simchas and
sadness; and
WHEREAS, Remaining true to its mission, Congregation Ohav Shalom meets
the diverse spiritual, religious, educational and social needs of its
members within the framework of Conservative Judaism; and to further the
causes of the Jewish people and the State of Israel, and build unity
with our fellow Jews of all persuasions and affiliations and the commu-
nity at large, in a spirit of love and respect; and
WHEREAS, David Levine has been the leader of the Religious Life
Committee of the Congregation Ohav Shalom for numerous years; more
recently; he was instrumental in the success of the Torah Writing
campaign; and
WHEREAS, Throughout its rich historical past and up to the present
day, Congregation Ohav Shalom has been sustained by the beneficent
efforts of countless congregants, such as David Levine, who have gener-
ously supported their synagogue with abundant kindness and good deeds;
and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, 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
commend David Levine upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by Congregation Ohav Shalom; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to David Levine.