LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Michael Jacobson, Chair of the Board
of the Albany County Land Bank upon the occasion of his designation for
special recognition by AVillage, Inc. on February 21, 2015

WHEREAS, Individuals who give of their time and energies and serve the
best interests of their communities are an asset beyond remuneration and
cannot be sufficiently extolled; and
WHEREAS, Michael Jacobson has given not only of his time and energies
but also of his competence, intelligence and leadership and consequently
has been designated for special honor; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Michael
Jacobson, Chair of the Board of the Albany County Land Bank upon the
occasion of his designation for special recognition by AVillage, Inc.
celebrated at its 2nd Annual Celebration of Progress on Saturday, Febru-
ary 21, 2015, at the Downtown Holiday Inn Express, Albany, New York; and
WHEREAS, AVillage, Inc. mission is to improve the quality of life for
residents of the South End in Albany, New York, and beyond, by reclaim-
ing our neighborhoods, by encouraging, engaging, and empowering our
communities; and
WHEREAS, Michael Jacobson has been called upon to contribute his time
and talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and has always
given of himself unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, After a successful 30-year career as a Senior Human Resources
Executive for some of America's leading companies, Michael Jacobson
decided to enrich his life by becoming a Habitat for Humanity volunteer;
and
WHEREAS, Michael Jacobson quickly became the Executive Director of
Habitat for Humanity in Sarasota, Florida; in 2010, he returned to his
home state of New York and joined the Capital District affiliate; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Michael Jacobson has stood constant
in dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout has been his wife, Susan, who feels priv-
ileged to be a part of his life and rejoices in his achievements; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Michael Jacobson has displayed
throughout his life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Michael Jacobson, Chair of the Board of the Albany County Land
Bank upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by
AVillage, Inc. on February 21, 2015; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Michael Jacobson.