Senate Resolution No. 1283

BY: Senator GRIFFO

COMMEMORATING the 50th Anniversary of Captain
John's Restaurant & Tiki Bar in Sylvan Beach, New
York

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize
illustrious culinary establishments which have positively impacted and
substantially contributed to the vitality of their communities; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
commemorate the 50th Anniversary of Captain John's Restaurant & Tiki Bar
in Sylvan Beach, New York; and

WHEREAS, A landmark within its community, Captain John's Restaurant
& Tiki Bar gives their customers a chance to escape to the Caribbean
with some island flair, providing delicious food and tropical drinks to
the sound of steel drums; and

WHEREAS, The remarkable success of Captain John's Restaurant & Tiki
Bar is due in large part to its owners Andy and Elaine DePerno-Brown and
their staff, whose warmth and hospitality are easily recognized by their
loyal patrons; this dynamic couple is well-versed in customer service
and truly makes everyone who walks through their door feel like family;
and

WHEREAS, For five decades, Captain John's Restaurant & Tiki Bar has
stood as a beloved establishment which has provided a friendly, open
environment for patrons to collectively gather and share their thoughts,
ideas and life experiences; and

WHEREAS, It is with great pleasure that this Legislative Body
acknowledges this exceptional business and its contributions to the
local and State economies, fully confident that it will continue to
enjoy the sparkling successes it has experienced thus far; now,
therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 50th Anniversary of Captain John's Restaurant & Tiki Bar
in Sylvan Beach, New York, and to offer best wishes to Andy and Elaine
DePerno-Brown for continued success in all their future endeavors; and
be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Andy and Elaine DePerno-Brown, owners, Captain John's
Restaurant & Tiki Bar.