Senate Resolution No. 1550 BY: Senator ORTT COMMENDING former Senator Christopher L. Jacobs for his illustrious service as a dedicated political leader and strong advocate for the people of the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and commend those individuals of distinguished purpose whose lives have been committed to public service and the pursuit of excellence in the conduct of the legislative process in this noble Empire State; Christopher L. Jacobs is one such individual; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend former Senator Christopher L. Jacobs for his illustrious service as a dedicated political leader and strong advocate for the people of the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Senator Christopher L. Jacobs was elected in 2016 to represent the Buffalo residents of the 60th Senate District, where he served with honor and distinction from 2017 until 2020; and WHEREAS, On July 21, 2020, Christopher L. Jacobs was elected as a member of the United States House of Representatives from New York's 27th District, the esteemed position he continues to hold today; and WHEREAS, Christopher L. Jacobs is the owner of Avalon Development, a real estate company that redevelops older vacant buildings; he is also the co-founder of the BISON Scholarship Fund, a vital organization which sends children to private grammar schools; and WHEREAS, Christopher L. Jacobs is a member of the Buffalo Board of Education and served as Erie County's ninth County Clerk from 2012 to 2017; and WHEREAS, Christopher L. Jacobs is the proud recipient of several accolades, including the Pathfinder Award, and the Rising Star Award; he was also named a 40-Under-40 honoree by the Buffalo Urban League Young Professionals; and WHEREAS, Christopher L. Jacobs resides in Buffalo, New York, with his wife, Martina, who feels privileged to be a part of his life and rejoices in his many achievements; and WHEREAS, Every citizen in New York State has most certainly benefited, in one way or another, from the deep dedication, intelligence and commitment former Senator Christopher L. Jacobs brought to his work as a legislator, loyal friend, and trusted advisor; and WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to reflect upon those outstanding individuals who have made everlasting contributions on behalf of their fellow man and have truly left their mark on this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to recognize and applaud the many accomplishments of former Senator Christopher L. Jacobs, and to wish him well in all his future endeavors; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to former New York State Senator Christopher L. Jacobs.