LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Tom Watson upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award by the
Wantagh Chamber of Commerce on March 12, 2015

WHEREAS, It is incumbent upon the people of the State of New York to
recognize and acknowledge those within our midst who have made signif-
icant contributions to the quality of life therein; and
WHEREAS, From time to time this Legislative Body takes note of certain
extraordinary individuals it wishes to recognize for their valued
contributions to the success and progress of society and publicly
acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the basic humanity among
us all; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Tom Watson
upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Lifetime
Achievement Award by the Wantagh Chamber of Commerce to be celebrated at
its Annual Installation of Officers and Trustees Event on Thursday,
March 12, 2015, at the Riviera, Massapequa, New York; and
WHEREAS, Tom Watson, of Songer Flags, has been called upon to contrib-
ute his time and talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and
has always given of himself unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Tom Watson has stood constant in
dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Tom Watson has displayed throughout
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 Tom Watson upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of
the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Wantagh Chamber of Commerce on
March 12, 2015; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Tom Watson.