Senate Resolution No. 1572

BY: Senator BRESLIN

HONORING Diane Lykes upon the occasion of her
designation as recipient of the Capital District
YMCA President's Award on May 4, 2017

WHEREAS, It is the sense 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
organizations 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
Diane Lykes upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the
Capital District YMCA President's Award to be celebrated on Thursday,
May 4, 2017, at the Albany Marriott, Albany, New York; and

WHEREAS, Diane Lykes is being recognized with this auspicious award
for displaying a deep commitment to strengthening the community and for
sharing the YMCA's passion for helping those in need in every community
of the Capital District; and

WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to her
community, Diane Lykes has volunteered with the Bethlehem Area YMCA for
several years; and

WHEREAS, Diane Lykes is truly the heart of the Bethlehem Area YMCA;
she gives tirelessly of her time and energies searching for more ways to
help the local community, and has lead the organization's Giving Tree
program year after year; and

WHEREAS, In this capacity, Diane Lykes has been instrumental in
countless gifts being donated to local families in need throughout the
holiday season; and

WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of her community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Diane Lykes has stood constant in
dignity, good grace and humor; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an
individual for the benefit of others which Diane Lykes has displayed
over the years; she has exhibited the true spirit of this esteemed award
through her tireless dedication to the YMCA and her community; and

WHEREAS, It has always been the objective of this Legislative Body
to honor and support those individuals who have displayed their
commitment to the betterment of their communities, and it is the intent
of this Legislative Body to inscribe upon its records, this tribute to
Diane Lykes, that future generations may know and appreciate her
admirable character, her many benevolent deeds, and the respect and
esteem in which she is held by her peers; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Diane Lykes upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of

the Capital District YMCA President's Award on May 4, 2017; and be it
further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Diane Lykes.