Bill Text: NY J03154 | 2019-2020 | General Assembly | Introduced
Bill Title: Honoring Linda Parker upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by the New York State Office for the Aging
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2020-05-27 - ADOPTED [J03154 Detail]
Download: New_York-2019-J03154-Introduced.html
Senate Resolution No. 3154 BY: Senator GRIFFO HONORING Linda Parker upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by the New York State Office for the Aging 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, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Linda Parker upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by the New York State Office for the Aging at its Annual Older New Yorkers' Day Celebration; and WHEREAS, Each May, the New York State Office for the Aging pauses to acknowledge the outstanding contributions made by older citizens during National Older Americans Month; and WHEREAS, Members of older generations have helped build and shape our Nation to be the greatest in the world; they have defended our freedoms and values to ensure that those who come after them may have better lives; nowhere in the Nation is the legacy of their efforts more visible and more a part of the lives of all citizens than here in the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Linda Parker has given tirelessly of her time and energies to helping the elderly and those less fortunate in her community for more than 40 years; and WHEREAS, A lifelong resident of New York State, 73-year-old Linda Parker grew up in Boonville and currently resides in Prospect; while in her 50's, this extraordinary woman obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Gerontology from Utica College; and WHEREAS, Upon the completion of her studies, Linda Parker began her illustrious career as a Care Manager for the Neighborhood Center in Utica, where she has worked for the past 16 years; in this capacity, she specializes in services for the elderly and assisting them in remaining independent within their communities; and WHEREAS, An active member of Boonville Alliance Church, Linda Parker volunteers her time cleaning and setting up space for regular church meetings, as well as in its Rummage Room, a second-hand clothing area for people in need; and WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to the history of her community, Linda Parker has spent the past seven years, during the months of May and September, as a volunteer guide for the Town of Trenton, giving walking tours, and explaining the history of Trenton as well as the area of the historic Trenton Falls; and WHEREAS, Linda Parker has volunteered for more than three decades at the Prospect Library, where she can always be found greeting and assisting patrons, and keeping record of borrowed library books; she is also a past trustee member of the Prospect Town Library; and WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her three sons and six grandchildren, as well as her special niece, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of her life and rejoice in her many achievements; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which Linda Parker has displayed throughout her life; and WHEREAS, Linda Parker, a very active and industrious woman, has inspired and enriched the lives of those she serves through her volunteerism, generously sharing the wisdom gained over years of experiencing life to its fullest; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Linda Parker upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by the New York State Office for the Aging; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Linda Parker.