Senate Resolution No. 1049

BY: Senator JACOBS

HONORING Allison Garippo upon the occasion of her
designation as recipient of the Hugh O'Brian Youth
Leadership Award by the Kiwanis Club of the
Tonawandas

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to honor the young
adults of today and leaders of tomorrow whose character and achievements
best exemplify the ideals and values cherished by this great State and
Nation; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Allison Garippo upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the
Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Award by the Kiwanis Club of the
Tonawandas, celebrated at its Annual Luncheon on Thursday, March 2,
2017; and

WHEREAS, Each year, the Kiwanis Club of the Tonawandas selects one
sophomore student from each of the three local high schools to attend
the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Conference, which will take place June
2-4, 2017, at the University of Rochester; and

WHEREAS, Hugh O'Brian was a famous actor in the 1950s and 1960s who
started a foundation to inspire and develop our global community of
youth and volunteers to a life dedicated to leadership, service and
innovation; and

WHEREAS, Allison Garippo of Tonawanda High School was selected for
this most prestigious award in recognition of her academic achievements
and strong leadership skills; and

WHEREAS, Throughout her high school career thus far, Allison Garippo
has displayed exceptional academic achievement, a strong sense of
community responsibility, and a commitment to excellence which is
unparalleled; and

WHEREAS, Allison Garippo, in achieving this honor, may take just
pride in the inspiration and contribution to the spirit of excellence
she brings to her family, friends, community and school; now, therefore,
be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Allison Garippo upon the occasion of her designation as recipient
of the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Award by the Kiwanis Club of the
Tonawandas, and to extend best wishes for a future of purposeful success
and well-being; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Allison Garippo.