LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Barbara Hershman upon the occasion of
her designation for special recognition by North Shore Synagogue on June
7, 2014

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize the
efforts of those individuals within the State of New York who give of
their time and energies in support of spiritual endeavors which aim to
benefit the community at large; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Barbara Hershman, upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by North Shore Synagogue; she will be honored at its Journal
Dinner Dance 2014, on Saturday, June 7, 2014; and
WHEREAS, Barbara Hershman has given not only of her time and energies
but also of her competence, intelligence and leadership and consequently
has been designated for special honor; and
WHEREAS, Barbara Hershman is being recognized for her dedicated and
exemplary efforts as a member of the Merger Committee during the joining
of North Shore Synagogue, of Syosset, New York, with Temple Beth Elohim,
of Old Bethpage, New York; and
WHEREAS, Barbara Hershman and her family were active members of Temple
Beth Elohim, serving in many capacities; this distinguished woman held
various positions on its Board of Trustees, and has the distinction of
having served as Temple Beth Elohim's first woman President; and
WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her husband, Harold, and their
four children, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of her life and
rejoice in her achievements; and
WHEREAS, Throughout its rich historical past and up to the present
day, the North Shore Synagogue has been sustained by the beneficent
efforts of countless congregants such as Barbara Hershman, who have
generously supported their temple with abundant kindness and good deeds;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Barbara Hershman upon the occasion of her designation for
special recognition by North Shore Synagogue, noting her unremitting
commitment, ceaseless devotion and spiritual resolve; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Barbara Hershman.