Senate Resolution No. 1725

BY: Senator JACOBS

HONORING Becky Stufkosky upon the occasion of her
designation as recipient of the 2016 Citizen of the
Year Award by the Grand Island Chamber of Commerce

WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to take note of
and publicly acknowledge individuals of remarkable integrity and
character who have inspired and brought pride to our majestic Empire
State with their strong contributions to the community and model
citizenship; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Becky Stufkosky upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the
2016 Citizen of the Year Award by the Grand Island Chamber of Commerce
on Thursday, May 11, 2017, at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Niagara Falls,
New York; and

WHEREAS, The Citizen of the Year Award is presented annually to
businesses and individuals who have graciously given of their time and
energy and have truly made Grand Island a better place to live and work;
these individuals are the foundation and spirit of their great
community; and

WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of her professional and
community service, a period of constructive involvement, Becky Stufkosky
has stood constant in dignity, good grace and humor, and has earned the
respect and admiration of her colleagues, family and friends; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an
individual for the benefit of others which Becky Stufkosky has displayed
throughout her life; and

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when
individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our
attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all citizens of
the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Becky Stufkosky upon the occasion of her designation as recipient
of the 2016 Citizen of the Year Award by the Grand Island Chamber of
Commerce; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Becky Stufkosky.