Assembly Resolution No. 551
BY: M. of A. Barclay
HONORING Jillian Shaver upon the occasion of her
designation as recipient of the 2019 Amelia Earhart
Woman of Achievement Award by the Zonta Club of
Oswego on June 18, 2019
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize that
the quality and character of life in the communities across New York
State are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those
individuals who devoted themselves to the welfare of the community and
its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Jillian Shaver upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the
2019 Amelia Earhart Woman of Achievement Award by the Zonta Club of
Oswego to be celebrated at its Annual Dinner on Tuesday, June 18, 2019,
at the Lake Ontario Event and Conference Center, Oswego, New York; and
WHEREAS, Since 1985, the Zonta Club of Oswego has presented the
prestigious Amelia Earhart Woman of Achievement Award to a woman who has
dedicated herself to her community and who serves as a role model for
young women; Jillian Shaver is one such individual; and
WHEREAS, Originally from Connecticut, Jillian Shaver studied and
earned her degree in child development and psychology at George
Washington University before residing in various states with her
husband, an Oswego native and United States Naval Officer; and
WHEREAS, In 2012, Jillian Shaver and her young family settled in
Oswego, New York, where she worked tirelessly to build the Children's
Museum of Oswego (CMOO), truly dedicating herself to her community and
providing a fun developmental opportunity for children to explore and
learn about the world around them; and
WHEREAS, Under the able leadership of Jillian Shaver, the Children's
Museum of Oswego not only offers the museum in the center of the city,
but also brings exhibits to the community in the Children's Park at
Harborfest, Oswego Farmers Market, and other events throughout the year;
and
WHEREAS, In addition to her work with the Children's Museum of
Oswego, Jillian Shaver gives of her time and energies to Trinity
Catholic School, Harborfest Children's Park Committee, United Way and
the Literacy Council; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an
individual for the benefit of others which Jillian Shaver has displayed
throughout her life; and
WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her husband, and their two
children, who have all shown her love and support and rejoice in her
many achievements; and
WHEREAS, It has always been the objective of this Legislative Body
to honor and support those individuals who have displayed their
commitment to the betterment of their communities, and it is the intent
of this Legislative Body to inscribe upon its records, this tribute to
Jillian Shaver, that future generations may know and appreciate her
admirable character, her many benevolent deeds, and the respect and
esteem in which she is held by her peers; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Jillian Shaver upon the occasion of her designation as recipient
of the 2019 Amelia Earhart Woman of Achievement Award by the Zonta Club
of Oswego on June 18, 2019; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Jillian Shaver.