LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Sheila Viera upon the occasion of her
designation for special recognition by the YWCA of the Greater Capital
Region, Inc.

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the
quality and character of life in the communities across New York State
are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those organiza-
tions and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the
community and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Sheila Viera upon the occasion of her designation for special recogni-
tion by the YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc., which was cele-
brated at its Resourceful Women's Awards Luncheon held on Wednesday,
September 30, 2015, at the Troy Hilton Garden Inn in Troy, New York; and
WHEREAS, The YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc., was created
with the intentions of being a safe place for women to launch a new
start; through their continued determination, the YWCA is able to assist
these women in reaching their goals and being able to maintain self-suf-
ficiency; and
WHEREAS, The YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc., works every day
to live up to their mission of eliminating racism, empowering women and
promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all; and
WHEREAS, The first YWCA was founded in 1855, and since that time, the
organization has grown to over 25 million members in 122 countries; in
the United States alone, the YWCA has over 2 million members and 300
local associations; and
WHEREAS, Since 2000, the YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc., has
held an award ceremony to honor individuals whose community and profes-
sional pursuits advance the empowerment of women, and whose spirit of
determination defines the women of the YWCA; and
WHEREAS, Sheila Viera is being recognized by the YWCA for being an
everyday woman who has made a difference in the field of management
through her work as the Business Development Officer at Pioneer Bank;
and
WHEREAS, In the faithful performance of her duties and responsibil-
ities, Sheila Viera's efforts and notable achievements have significant-
ly contributed to bettering the quality of life within her community;
and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Sheila Viera upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by the YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc.; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Sheila Viera.