2023-J1138

Honoring Maureen Nash upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the 2023 Zonta Rose Day Award on March 8, 2023

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2023-J1138


Senate Resolution No. 1138

BY: Senator GRIFFO

HONORING Maureen Nash upon the occasion of her
designation as recipient of the 2023 Zonta Rose Day
Award on March 8, 2023

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and
sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their
profession, certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all
the citizens of this great Empire State; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Maureen Nash upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the
2023 Zonta Rose Day Award on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, in conjunction
with International Women's Day; and

WHEREAS, Held annually since March 8, 1999, Zonta Rose Day was
established to recognize outstanding women like Maureen Nash who have
made generous contributions to the community and to a brighter, more
equitable future for women and girls; and

WHEREAS, Maureen Nash is an exceptional school counselor who goes
above and beyond to assist her students; she works tirelessly to raise
the standards of New York State's youth and her students look to her for
her knowledge, empathy, and her willingness to advocate for students;
and

WHEREAS, Truly a key supporter to students at Rome Free Academy High
School, Maureen Nash helps with coordinating the school's scholarship
program, goes out of her way to have face-to-face communications with
colleagues throughout the building, assists with recruiting students for
two internship programs: Professional Horizons Program and the Regional
Program for Excellence, and is the cornerstone for each and every one of
her students; and

WHEREAS, In addition to her counseling duties, Maureen Nash is also
involved in many community organizations, volunteering with the Rome
Twigs, the Leo Club, the Rome Republican Committee, Bible Study, Dollars
for Scholars, Book Club, Investment Club, and working at St. Paul's
Roman Catholic Church as a Eucharistic minister and religious education
teacher; 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 also its
intent to inscribe upon its records, this tribute to Maureen Nash 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 Maureen Nash upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of
the 2023 Zonta Rose Day Award on March 8, 2023; and be it further


RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Maureen Nash.

actions

  • 24 / May / 2023
    • REFERRED TO FINANCE
  • 31 / May / 2023
    • REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
  • 31 / May / 2023
    • ADOPTED

Resolution Details

Law Section:
Resolutions, Legislative

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