Senate Resolution No. 78

BY: Senator BRESLIN

HONORING Dolores Schmidt upon the occasion of her
designation as recipient of the Education and
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
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
Dolores Schmidt upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the
Education and Community Service Lifetime Achievement Award by the
Capital District Senior Issues Forum, to be celebrated at its 18th
Annual Lifetime Achievement Awards Ceremony on Thursday, October 20,
2016; 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 18 years, the Capital District Senior Issues
Forum has honored more than 700 senior citizens over the age of 85 for
their lifetime achievements; and

WHEREAS, Dolores Schmidt 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 education and 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
individual for the benefit of others which Dolores Schmidt 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 the citizens
of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it

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

of the Education and 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
transmitted to Dolores Schmidt.