Sen. Joe Griffo

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the 40th anniversary of Hamilton Orthopaedics of New Hartford, New York, in July 2024. It highlights the clinic's contributions to the local economy and its extensive services, including care for athletes and the community through university and high school sports programs. The resolution directs the legislative body to pause briefly to acknowledge the organization's achievements and mandates that a copy of the document be sent to Hamilton Orthopaedics.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Otter Lake Fire Department in New York. It formally recognizes the department's 75 years of service and expresses gratitude to its firefighters for their dedication to community safety. The bill directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to honor the department and mandates that a copy of the resolution be sent to the firefighters.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes former Senator Neil D. Breslin as the recipient of the President Pro Tempore and Senate Majority Leader's Legislative Legacy Award. The document highlights his extensive career in public service, including his 13 terms in the New York State Senate, his leadership roles in ethics and insurance committees, and his advocacy for vulnerable populations. It also lists specific laws he sponsored that improved access to healthcare and prescription drug coverage for New York residents. The resolution concludes by directing that a copy of the text be sent to Senator Breslin to honor his contributions to the state.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution officially commemorates the 200th anniversary of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in New Hartford, New York, on June 2, 2024. The document honors the church's history, noting its founding in 1825 by Jedediah Sanger and its ongoing role in community service and outreach. It formally acknowledges the institution's contributions to the local community and expresses appreciation for its enduring presence. The resolution concludes by directing a copy of the text to the church's leadership, Reverend Kathlyn Schofield and Reverend Deacon Lynne Walton.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific stretch of State Route 28 in the village of Herkimer as the "War Dog Memorial Highway." The legislation requires the commissioner of transportation to install and maintain signs for this designation while clarifying that the change is ceremonial and does not alter the route's official legal name. This action serves to honor war dogs by giving a specific section of the road a commemorative title without disrupting traffic or commerce.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the 45th Annual Remsen Barn Festival of the Arts, which is scheduled to take place on September 28, 2024. It directly affects the festival organizers and the local community in Remsen by acknowledging the event's long history of showcasing over 225 artists and crafters. The resolution highlights specific features of the festival, such as the closure of Main Street to vehicles, a complimentary quilt show, and a corn maze, while expressing the legislative body's pride in the event's cultural contributions. Upon adoption, a copy of this resolution will be sent to the Remsen Barn Festival of the Arts.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that congratulates Christopher Cardello, the owner and founder of Subaru of Utica, on his retirement after 35 years of service. The text highlights his career achievements, including the growth of his dealership and its community support efforts, but does not create any new laws or change existing policies. Instead, it serves as a formal recognition from the state legislature to acknowledge his contributions and wish him well in his future endeavors.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the Verona Fire Department for hosting its 70th Annual Volunteer Fire Department Field Day from June 7 to 9, 2024. The resolution highlights the department's long history since its founding in 1928 and its role in providing fire, medical, and disaster services to the community. It commends the organization for its commitment to public welfare and notes that the upcoming event will include activities such as rides, games, a parade, and fireworks. Finally, the bill directs that a copy of this commendation be sent to the Verona Fire Department.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors Jillian Hanesworth and Augustus Clarke for winning the 2024 Sports Emmy Award in the Short Film category. The bill formally recognizes their work on the film "Still Here," which highlights the resilience of Buffalo following the 2022 mass shooting and blizzard. It directs the legislative body to pause its proceedings to acknowledge their achievement and mandates that a copy of the resolution be sent to them. The measure serves as a public commendation of their specific contribution to the NFL 360 series rather than altering any laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally honors Fire Captain Anthony Zumpano for his retirement after 36 years of service to the Utica Fire Department. It recognizes his career progression from firefighter to lieutenant and captain, noting his work as a paramedic and his long tenure primarily at Station No. 7. The resolution expresses appreciation for his dedication and community service, and it directs that a copy of the document be sent to Captain Zumpano as a keepsake.