LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Sarah Wellen upon the occasion of her
designation as recipient of the Community Service Lifetime Achievement
Award by the Capital District Senior Issues Forum

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 organiza-
tions and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the
community and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Sarah Wellen upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the
Community Service Lifetime Achievement Award by the Capital District
Senior Issues Forum which was celebrated at its 17th Annual Lifetime
Achievement Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, October 7, 2015; and
WHEREAS, The Capital District Senior Issues Forum is a voluntary
initiative among faith communities, organizations and individuals which
provides support for seniors in the Capital District through education
and dialogue; and
WHEREAS, Since 1998, this vital organization has focused on senior
housing issues by bringing together caregivers, faith organizations,
government officials, housing facilities, administrators and seniors
themselves; and
WHEREAS, For the past 17 years, the Capital District Senior Issues
Forum has honored over 676 senior citizens over the age of 85 for their
lifetime achievements; and
WHEREAS, Sarah Wellen is being recognized as an extraordinary senior
for her tireless efforts in making a difference in the lives of others
and for giving selflessly in community service; and
WHEREAS, This esteemed woman has been called upon to contribute her
time and talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and has
always given of herself unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Sarah Wellen has displayed through-
out her life; 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
honor Sarah Wellen upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of
the Community Service Lifetime Achievement Award by the Capital District
Senior Issues Forum; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Sarah Wellen.