LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Anna Guerriero Hartog upon the occa-
sion of her designation for special recognition by Mount Mercy Academy
on June 10, 2016

WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to recognize that
the quality and character of life in the communities across New York
State are enhanced by the concerned and dedicated efforts of organiza-
tions and individuals that generously contribute 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 commend
Anna Guerriero Hartog upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by Mount Mercy Academy, to be celebrated at its 8th Annual
5K Run on Friday, June 10, 2016, at Cazenovia Park in Buffalo, New York;
and
WHEREAS, A true leader in the Buffalo community, Mount Mercy Academy
has been educating young women for over 110 years; its alumnae has grown
to over 10,000 members and 70 percent still live and work in Western New
York; and
WHEREAS, Each year, this esteemed organization is privileged to recog-
nize outstanding members of the community who have made significant
contributions to the Buffalo community; this year's distinguished hono-
ree is Anna Guerriero Hartog, a graduate of Mount Mercy Academy's Class
of 2000; and
WHEREAS, After graduation, Anna Guerriero Hartog attended Mercyhurst
University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications
and Public Relations, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry; and
WHEREAS, Following college graduation, Anna Guerriero Hartog took a
position at an energy company where she worked in the energy market and
had the opportunity to travel the world, living in New York City for two
years, and California for one; Buffalo called to her in 2008, and she
moved back; two years later, she received a Masters degree in Business
Administration from Medialle College in Buffalo, New York; and
WHEREAS, In September of 2011, Anna Guerriero Hartog purchased Park
Edge Sweet Shoppe with her sister, Maggie Guerriero Mulvaney, taking
over operations of an historic South Buffalo business which had been in
operation since 1948; and
WHEREAS, With her business skills, Anna Guerriero Hartog helped the
shop increase its financial capabilities, ultimately resulting in the
expansion of the business in 2013 after the sisters purchased a local
cookie shop, Cookie Expressions, and moved it into the Park Edge
location; and
WHEREAS, In addition to her tireless devotion to her business, and
active in the community since college when she participated in the local
Habitat for Humanity, Anna Guerriero Hartog presently works with the
Valley Community Association to adopt a local family in need, volunteers
with the Haven House to collect donations for families in need, and
coordinates with Catholic Charities to give internships to those in
need; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when organiza-
tions and individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought
to our attention, 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 Anna Guerriero Hartog upon the occasion of her designation for
special recognition by Mount Mercy Academy on June 10, 2016; and be it
further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Anna Guerriero Hartog.