Senate Resolution No. 2048

BY: Senator GRIFFO

HONORING Linda Slavin upon the occasion of his
induction into the Rome Arts Hall of Fame on May 5,
2024

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to honor and pay
tribute to those individuals whose commitment to promoting the richness
and diversity of the performing, visual, and literary arts, has
contributed to the strength, vitality, and cultural enrichment of their
communities and the great State of New York; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Linda Slavin upon the occasion of his induction into the Rome Arts Hall
of Fame on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at the Capitol Theatre in Rome, New
York; and

WHEREAS, Established in 2005, The Rome Arts Hall of Fame aligns with
their mission to honor individuals who have a strong connection to the
Rome community and a significant involvement in the performing, visual,
or literary arts; the 17th group to be inducted, the Class of 2024 will
be celebrated by the Capitol Arts Complex with a schedule of induction
activities; and

WHEREAS, Linda Slavin's years in music education covered many Rome
schools and organizations; currently, she is active as a performer with
The Broadway Babes, and is a member of the Oneida Area Civic Chorale;
she also leads a group of congregants in song at Temple Emanu-El in
Utica; and

WHEREAS, Individuals devoted to improving the quality of life for
others, enabling them to build lives of dignity and self-worth are
deserving of the highest praise and recognition; Linda Slavin is one
such individual; and

WHEREAS, The arts are the building blocks of civilization, are
central to human expression, enlighten us and inspire the imagination;
educational institutions, individuals, and organizations which further
such worthy purposes richly merit the recognition and appreciation of
this Legislative Body and the people of the State of New York; now,
therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Linda Slavin upon the occasion of his induction into the Rome Arts
Hall of Fame on May 5, 2024; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Linda Slavin.