LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Mitchell J. Rich upon the occasion of
his designation as recipient of the President's Choice Award by the
Wantagh Chamber of Commerce on January 14, 2016

WHEREAS, It is the custom 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 who would devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its
citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Mitchell J. Rich has given not only of his time and energies
but also of his competence, intelligence and leadership and consequent-
ly, has been designated for special honor; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Mitchell J.
Rich upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Presi-
dent's Choice Award by the Wantagh Chamber of Commerce to be celebrated
at its Annual Installation of Officers and Trustees Event, on Thursday,
January 14, 2016, at The Riviera, Massapequa, New York; and
WHEREAS, An esteemed Attorney at Law, Mitchell J. Rich has been called
upon to contribute his time and talents to countless civic and charita-
ble endeavors and has always given of himself unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Mitchell J. Rich has stood constant
in dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by individuals
for the benefit of others which Mitchell J. Rich has displayed through-
out his life; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those 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 Mitchell J. Rich upon the occasion of his designation as recipient
of the President's Choice Award by the Wantagh Chamber of Commerce on
January 14, 2016; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Mitchell J. Rich.