LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating James Starks, a member of the , for his significant contributions to winning Super- bowl XLV

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to outstanding professional athletes who distinguish themselves through their exceptional performance, attaining unprecedented success and the highest level of personal achievement; and WHEREAS, Excellence and success in competitive sports can be achieved only through strenuous practice; James Starks' dedication to athletics is a year-round, everyday commitment; he is highly focused and has developed a matchless work ethic; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate James Starks, a member of the Green Bay Packers, for his significant contrib- utions to winning Superbowl XLV on Sunday, February 6, 2011, in Arling- ton, Texas; and WHEREAS,James Starks is a graduate of both Niagara Falls High School and the ; and WHEREAS, As a key running back, James Starks performed admirably for the Green Bay Packers professional football team during the National Football League's postseason; and WHEREAS, In XLV, James Starks and his Green Bay Packers teammates were watched by tens of millions of viewers throughout the world; and WHEREAS, James Starks' exemplary performances for the Green Bay Pack- ers professional football team are reflective of his dedication, deter- mination and personal commitment; his achievements stand as a hallmark of what is best in the families and communities across New York State; and WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his outstanding athletic career, James Starks has stood constant in dignity, good grace and humor, and has earned the respect and admiration of his coaches, team- mates and opponents; and WHEREAS, The auspicious occasion of Super Bowl XLV represents a unique opportunity for this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to James Starks and his exceptional athletic prowess and achievements; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to honor James Starks for his extraordinary athletic accomplishments which are a tribute to his skill, dedication and commitment; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to congratulate James Starks, a member of the Green Bay Packers, for his significant contributions to winning Superbowl XLV; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran- smitted to James Starks.