Senate Resolution No. 809

BY: Senator GOLDEN

COMMENDING Brian G. Xuereb upon the occasion of
his designation as Deputy Marshal of the 2017 Bay
Ridge St. Patrick's Day Parade

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
individuals of true purpose and worthy accomplishment who work
diligently to preserve and celebrate their rich cultural heritage; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
commend Brian G. Xuereb upon the occasion of his designation as Deputy
Marshal of the 2017 Bay Ridge St. Patrick's Day Parade, to be celebrated
with a Dinner Dance on Saturday, March 4, 2017; and

WHEREAS, In acknowledgment of this most prestigious appointment,
Brian G. Xuereb will march as Deputy Marshal of the 24th Annual Bay
Ridge St. Patrick's Day Parade down 3rd Avenue in Brooklyn, New York,
on Sunday, March 26, 2017; and

WHEREAS, The Bay Ridge St. Patrick's Day Parade is meant to
recognize and celebrate Irish culture, heritage and pride, for those who
have emigrated here from the Emerald Isle, the Irish-American community,
as well as those who are Irish in spirit; and

WHEREAS, Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Brian G. Xuereb was
baptized at Our Lady of Angels Church and raised in the parish of Our
Lady of Perpetual Help; his ancestors are from the City of Limerick and
County of Tyrone, Ireland; and

WHEREAS, Brian G. Xuereb was commissioned into the New York State
Chaplain Task Force in December of 2016, and hopes to work as a Chaplain
for the NYPD in the coming months; he has been a substance abuse
counselor for four years, and currently serves as an instructor in the
field; and

WHEREAS, With a passion for woodworking, Brian G. Xuereb builds
furniture and toys for his family and friends, including his 11 nieces
and nephews; and

WHEREAS, Brian G. Xuereb is an active member of the Ancient Order of
Hibernians, where he continues to preserve his Irish heritage, culture
and Catholic faith; and

WHEREAS, A St. Patrick's Day Parade reflects and records the ongoing
history of the United States and Ireland, and provides an opportunity
for people of all generations to assemble in ethnic pride and pageantry;
and

WHEREAS, A fitting choice for Deputy Marshal for the Bay Ridge St.
Patrick's Day Parade, Brian G. Xuereb embodies the spirit and the
cherished ideals and values of Irish-Americans of this great State and
Nation; and

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when
individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our
attention, 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 Brian G. Xuereb upon the occasion of his designation as Deputy
Marshal of the 2017 Bay Ridge St. Patrick's Day Parade; and be it
further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Brian G. Xuereb.