Senate Resolution No. 2309
BY: Senator OBERACKER
HONORING Dave and Jess Shull upon the occasion of
their designation as recipients of the Distinguished
Citizen Award by the Baden-Powell Council, Boy
Scouts of America on May 9, 2024
WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to take note of
and publicly acknowledge individuals of remarkable integrity and
character who have inspired and brought pride to our majestic Empire
Sate with their strong contributions to the community and model
citizenship; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Dave and
Jess Shull upon the occasion of their designation as recipients of the
Distinguished Citizen Award by the Baden-Powell Council, Boy Scouts of
America on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at the 37th Annual Distinguished
Citizens Award Dinner for Chenango County at the Canasawacta Country
Club in Norwich, New York; and
WHEREAS, The Distinguished Citizen Award recognizes the noteworthy
and extraordinary leadership of distinguished citizens in the community;
the recipient of this auspicious award lives to serve and inspire the
youth of today, to lead, accept responsibility and care about principles
and causes beyond self-interest; and
WHEREAS, Exemplifying what it means to live by the Scout Oath and
Law, Dave and Jess Shull have set a positive example for others and
demonstrated concern and significant care for their community,
rightfully earning accolades for their accomplishments; and
WHEREAS, Born in 1976, Dave Shull was raised in Colorado Springs,
Colorado, and was an active member of The Boy Scouts of America,
achieving their highest honor of Eagle Scout in 1992; furthering his
education, he attended The University of Northern Colorado in Greeley,
Colorado and studied Sociology with an emphasis in Criminal Justice; and
WHEREAS, Beginning his career, Dave Shull was hired on with Foley's
Department Store, now known as Macy's, where he worked his way up the
ranks as Loss Prevention Manager; he moved to Oxford, New York in
October of 2005 to pursue a restaurant business venture; and
WHEREAS, Born in 1980, and raised in Oxford, New York, Jessica Shull
attended Oxford Academy where she excelled in school and began working
in her final year; becoming a mother to two beautiful daughters, she
continued her career completing her Associates Degree at Healthcare
online in 2009; and
WHEREAS, Dave and Jessica Shull met in 2006, while Dave was pursuing
a business venture in Oxford, New York, to open The Stadium Sports Bar &
Grill, which opened in January of 2005; Jessica was brought on the small
staff and instantly provided new ideas and knowledge to the restaurant,
starting to bake house made fresh desserts; and
WHEREAS, In 2007, The Stadium Sports Bar & Grill began hosting "Give
Back Nights," where the restaurant, facilitated by Dave and Jess Shull,
would welcome local organizations, school groups, and sports teams to
raise money and enjoy a delicious meal; a percentage of the business
from that evening would be donated back to the organization as both
sides worked together to bring people in to support the group for that
evening; and
WHEREAS, Over the next few years, Dave Shull and his business
partners would open Roma's Ristorante & Pizzeria in Sidney, New York in
2009; then, he purchased one the longest family owned and operated
restaurants in the area, Nina's Pizzeria in September of 2011; and
WHEREAS, Dave and Jess Shull got married in August of 2012 and had
two daughters; they continue to illustrate their impressive work ethic
as both contribute to the successful endeavors of their businesses and
their community fundraising projects; and
WHEREAS, Their restaurants employing an average of 60 employees
yearly, Dave and Jess Shull have hosted Give Back Nights; donated food
to organizations, first responders, and local sporting groups; provided
gift cards; and sponsored youth sports teams and provided heavily
discounted food for sports teams travel meals and concession stands; and
WHEREAS, Nina's has been an active major sponsor for many of the
yearly YMCA events and has taken on an active role with the Toys for
Tots Campaign over the past eight years; in addition, Nina's hosts an
Annual Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner and Movie event and provides and
donates all the food; partnering with The Barnes Brothers (Rich & Todd
Barnes), The Colonial Theatre, and The Chawgo's, the restaurant also
helps raise thousands of dollars to fill the Chawgo's bus full of toys
that are then distributed locally to families less fortunate right here
in Chenango County; and
WHEREAS, Dave Shull been recognized for his commitment to community
by receiving the following awards: Catholic Charities of Chenango County
(Fundraising Events Acknowledgement), 2017; Oxford Fire Department
Community Support Award, April 2017; Commitment to Community Award on
behalf of The Norwich Business Improvement District, October 2017; and
Commitment to Community Award on behalf of Commerce Chenango, 2020; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to honor and pay
tribute to those individuals whose commitment and creative talents have
contributed to the entertainment and cultural enrichment of the citizens
of the State of New York; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Dave and Jess Shull upon the occasion of their designation as
recipients of the Distinguished Citizen Award by the Baden-Powell
Council, Boy Scouts of America on May 9, 2024; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Dave and Jess Shull.
