Senate Resolution No. 740 BY: Senator MAYER HONORING Judy Troilo upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition at the 3rd Annual Women's History Month Celebration on March 23, 2019 WHEREAS, Women's History Month, celebrated each year in March, is a time to reflect upon and pay tribute to the women of our State and Nation for their contributions to their communities and their professions; and WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that women of every economic, ethnic, and religious background have made significant contributions to their community and to the State of New York, and it is appropriate to recognize them and to publicly acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the basic humanity among us all; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Judy Troilo upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition at the 3rd Annual Women's History Month Celebration on Saturday, March 23, 2019, at The Rye Arts Center, Rye, New York; and WHEREAS, Judy Troilo has truly devoted herself to the welfare of her community and its citizenry; and WHEREAS, Born and raised in Westchester County, Judy Troilo joined The LOFT team as Executive Director in November of 2014, working tirelessly to elevate the LGBT community in Westchester; and WHEREAS, Judy Troilo brings a wealth of experience in both the not-for-profit sector and the arts and entertainment industry to her leadership position at The LOFT; and WHEREAS, Under the able leadership of Judy Troilo, The LOFT has significantly grown to deliver necessary programs and services to LGBT people living within the local community; and WHEREAS, Prior to joining The LOFT, Judy Troilo served for more than 10 years as Executive Director for an Albany-based New York statewide not-for-profit organization which assists thousands of disenfranchised individuals and families with health services, employment opportunities, and affordable housing; and WHEREAS, Judy Troilo also worked in the entertainment industry for 15 years, 11 of which she spent with a major record label as one of the youngest recording industry executives and as one of the few female vice presidents at the time; and WHEREAS, In this capacity, Judy Troilo was instrumental in developing artists such as Melissa Etheridge and The Cranberries, and worked with other renowned artists such as Grace Jones, Tom Waits, and U2; and WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to her community, Judy Troilo is a proud member of the Westchester County Women's Advisory Board and has worked in countless other ways to improve the lives of people in Westchester County; and WHEREAS, Judy Troilo holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the School of Visual Arts in New York City; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which Judy Troilo has displayed throughout her life; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a long and sustained commitment to excellence certainly have earned our recognition and applause; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Judy Troilo upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition at the 3rd Annual Women's History Month Celebration on March 23, 2019; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Judy Troilo.