Senate Resolution No. 36

BY: Senator BRESLIN

COMMENDING Francis Rotundo upon the occasion of
his retirement after almost 45 years of
distinguished service to the State of New York

WHEREAS, It is appropriate and fitting to duly recognize and commend
those individuals of high purpose and dedicated service who have devoted
their life and career to serving the workings of State government; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Francis
Rotundo upon the occasion of his retirement after almost 45 years of
distinguished service to the New York State Senate, to be celebrated at
a party held in his honor on Thursday, November 15, 2018; and

WHEREAS, Francis Rotundo, affectionately known to his family,
friends and colleagues as Frankie, was born on August 2, 1949, in
Washington, Pennsylvania; in 1964, he and his family moved to Delmar,
New York, where he continues to reside today; and

WHEREAS, After graduating from Bethlehem High School in 1968,
Francis Rotundo earned his general business degree from Spencer Business
School in 1970; he then to work for Menands Workshop where he performed
various assembly and clerical tasks; and

WHEREAS, On November 19, 1973, Francis Rotundo began his long and
distinguished career with the New York State Senate working in the print
shop; in January of 1977, he transferred to the Legislative Messenger
Service, where he performed numerous jobs such as making deliveries,
answering phones, utilizing various computer programs, and quality
control, the position from which he will officially retire; and

WHEREAS, In his much deserved retirement, Francis Rotundo plans on
spending more time with his brother, Robert, and his friends, whether it
be going out to dinner, going to the movies or rooting for the Pirates,
Mets, Steelers or Patriots; one day he would like to travel to
California, and participate in activities with the Bethlehem Seniors;
and

WHEREAS, In his capacity as a messenger, Francis Rotundo served with
loyalty, honor and distinction, and was governed by a keen sense of
duty; and

WHEREAS, In recognition of his eminent service, it is the sense of
this Legislative Body to extend its highest commendation to Francis
Rotundo and to applaud him for his commitment, loyalty and
accomplishments; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Francis Rotundo upon the occasion of his retirement after almost
45 years of distinguished service to the State of New York, and to wish
him continued success in all his future endeavors; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Francis Rotundo.