Senate Resolution No. 877 BY: Senator GRIFFO COMMENDING Peter Costianes upon the occasion of his induction into the Rome Arts Hall of Fame on May 7, 2023 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to honor and pay tribute to those individuals whose commitment to promoting the richness and diversity of the performing, visual, and literary arts, has contributed to the strength, vitality, and cultural enrichment of their communities and the great State of New York; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Peter Costianes upon the occasion of his induction into the Rome Arts Hall of Fame on Sunday, May 7, 2023, at the Capitol Theater in Rome, New York; and WHEREAS, Individuals devoted to improving the quality of life for others, enabling them to build lives of dignity and self-worth are deserving of the highest praise and recognition; Peter Costianes is one such individual; and WHEREAS, Peter Costianes has been a valued member of the performing arts community in Central New York as a vocalist with the Rome Choral Society, B Sharp Musical Club, and Hamilton College Masterworks Chorale; and WHEREAS, Showing an impressive dedication to the community and the arts, Peter Costianes served as a theatrical director and actor at Rome Community Theater and the Capitol's SummerStage; and WHEREAS, The arts are the building blocks of civilization; they are central to human expression; they enlighten us and inspire the imagination; educational institutions, individuals, and organizations which further such worthy purposes richly merit the recognition and appreciation of this Legislative Body and the people of the State of New York; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend Peter Costianes upon the occasion of his induction into the Rome Arts Hall of Fame on May 7, 2023; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Peter Costianes.