Bill Text: AZ SCR1021 | 2016 | Fifty-second Legislature 2nd Regular | Enrolled

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Bill Title: Death resolution; Samuel L. Polito

Spectrum: Bipartisan Bill

Status: (Passed) 2016-04-06 - Transmitted to Secretary Of State [SCR1021 Detail]

Download: Arizona-2016-SCR1021-Enrolled.html

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Senate Engrossed

 

 

 

State of Arizona

Senate

Fifty-second Legislature

Second Regular Session

2016

 

 

SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 1021

 

 

 

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION

 

on the death of Samuel L. Polito.

 

 

(TEXT OF BILL BEGINS ON NEXT PAGE)

 

Samuel L. Polito passed away on July 3, 2015 at the age of eighty.

Born in Tucson, Arizona in 1934 to humble immigrant parents, Sam understood the transformational power of education and committed his life's work to enhancing the educational landscape in this state. 

Sam embarked on his professional journey as an elementary school teacher, rising through the ranks to principal, district administrator and assistant superintendent.  In 1989, he started his governmental relations firm through which he worked with Arizona legislators and policymakers for decades, positively shaping Arizona education policy for generations to come. Advocating for education at the local, state and federal levels until his passing, Sam helped the people of this state realize the value of technical education.

Sam distinguished himself as a conscientious and hardworking individual, and his dedication and professionalism serve as a model to all.  He consistently demonstrated the highest character and competence, and he was unsurpassed in his common sense and knowledge of the Legislature and the legislative process.  He earned the well-deserved respect and admiration of all who had the privilege of working with him over the years.

Dedicated to his family, Sam Polito will be greatly missed by his beloved wife of more than forty years, Linda, his six children, his grandchildren, his sister and countless other family members.

Therefore

Be it resolved by the Senate of the State of Arizona, the House of Representatives concurring:

1.  That the Members of the Legislature express sincere regret at the passing of Samuel L. Polito and extend their deepest sympathies to his family and many friends.

2.  That the Members of the Legislature extend posthumous recognition and honor to Samuel L. Polito for his many years of selfless service and dedication to the betterment of education in this state.

 

 

 

 

UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED BY THE HOUSE APRIL 5, 2016.

 

UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED BY THE SENATE APRIL 5, 2016.

 

FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE APRIL 6, 2016.