Bill Text: NY J00510 | 2021-2022 | General Assembly | Introduced

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Bill Title: Mourning the death of John L. Habib, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2021-03-23 - ADOPTED [J00510 Detail]

Download: New_York-2021-J00510-Introduced.html

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Senate Resolution No. 510

BY: Senator HARCKHAM

        MOURNING the death of John L. Habib, distinguished
        citizen and devoted member of his community

  WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
citizens  of  the  State  of  New York whose lifework and civic endeavor
served to enhance the quality of life  in  their  communities  and  this
great Empire State; and

  WHEREAS,  John  L. Habib of Croton-on Hudson, New York, was a member
of the Croton-on Hudson Board of Trustees; and

  WHEREAS, John L. Habib distinguished himself in his  profession  and
by his sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of
his community; and

  WHEREAS,  John L. Habib was a citizen of the world but always called
Croton home; after decades of accomplishment in the  United  States  and
overseas,  he  returned  to  Croton  to  help make his hometown the best
Village it could be; and

  WHEREAS, His unique blend of energy, humor and optimism  guided  his
efforts  for Croton; he cherished his memories of the Village as a young
boy but knew communities must grow and evolve to meet the challenges  of
today; and

  WHEREAS, John L. Habib's commitment to excellence, and his spirit of
humanity,   carried  over  into  all  fields  of  enterprise,  including
charitable and civic endeavors; and

  WHEREAS, John L. Habib worked hard to  create  the  Croton  Business
Council,  which  is  making an important difference for the Village; its
work will be a lasting tribute to John's vision and dedication; and

  WHEREAS, Trustee John L.  Habib  was  never  shy  about  questioning
conventional  wisdom  or  wondering  how  the Board of Trustees could do
better; the Board members will remember his insistence that they  strive
for excellence as they continue the work he valued so much; and

  WHEREAS,  It  was  always  a  great adventure to walk the streets of
Croton with John L. Habib, as he pointed out memories of days  gone  by,
described  new  ideas,  or  said  hello to old and new friends; he loved
Croton, and Croton clearly returned the affection; and

  WHEREAS, John L. Habib is survived by his wife, Tanya  Chuck  Habib;
and

  WHEREAS,  Armed  with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of
compassion, John L. Habib leaves behind a legacy which will long  endure
the  passage  of  time  and will remain as a comforting memory to all he
served and befriended; now, therefore, be it

  RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its  deliberations  to
mourn the death of John L. Habib, and to express its deepest condolences
to his family; and be it further

  RESOLVED,  That  a  copy  of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the family of John L. Habib.