Bill Text: NY J00903 | 2019-2020 | General Assembly | Introduced
Bill Title: Congratulating Bernard Schwerd upon the occasion of celebrating his 100th Birthday
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2019-03-29 - ADOPTED [J00903 Detail]
Download: New_York-2019-J00903-Introduced.html
Senate Resolution No. 903 BY: Senator METZGER CONGRATULATING Bernard Schwerd upon the occasion of celebrating his 100th Birthday WHEREAS, Senior citizens bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the increasingly active roles they play in today's society; their past contributions and future participation are a vital part of, and valuable asset to, the fabric of community life and activity; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to honor and pay tribute to those outstanding individuals who have helped build and shape this Empire State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Bernard Schwerd of Monticello, New York, upon the occasion of celebrating his 100th Birthday; and WHEREAS, Bernard Schwerd was born on October 19, 1919; and WHEREAS, With his zest for life, he has inspired and enhanced the lives of his family and friends; and WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian has experienced the incredible joys and sorrows characteristic of and reserved for those with the stamina and courage to savor a full life; and WHEREAS, Bernard Schwerd has enriched the lives of those around him through his joyous and sincere love for others and through the quiescent charm and wisdom which comes only from a fullness of years; and WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to publicly recognize those who have reached such a remarkable age and who have witnessed and celebrated the innovations, cultural developments and awesome achievements of this country during the last century, while themselves contributing to the growth and excellence of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to congratulate Bernard Schwerd upon the occasion of celebrating his 100th Birthday; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Bernard Schwerd.