J 177: Commemorating the 90th Anniversary of Eddie's Restaurant of Sylvan Beach, New York

 Senate Resolution No. 177 BY: Senator GRIFFO COMMEMORATING the 90th Anniversary of Eddie's Restaurant of Sylvan Beach, New York WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize illustrious culinary establishments which have positively impacted and substantially contributed to the vitality of their communities; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate the 90th Anniversary of Eddie's Restaurant of Sylvan Beach, New York, to be celebrated at an event on Thursday, August 8, 2024; and WHEREAS, Eddie's Restaurant began from humble beginnings as a hot dog stand on Oneida Lake with eight stools for patrons; the founders, Eddie Stewart Sr. and his wife Florence, found great success in this new venture, winning over the hearts of locals for years to come; and WHEREAS, Growing in popularity since its inception, Eddie's Restaurant developed into a busy restaurant, serving an array of foods, including Eddie Stewart Sr.'s signature dish, the "Original Hot Ham Sandwich" which consists of grilled capicola ham on a seeded roll; and WHEREAS, Throughout the years, Eddie's Restaurant has been the place where summer romance flourished, childhood memories were made, and family traditions were built; genuine hospitality and culinary delights have made Eddie's Restaurant an integral part of the Sylvan Beach experience; and WHEREAS, The remarkable success of Eddie's Restaurant is due in large part to its owners, managers, and their dedicated staff, whose warmth and hospitality are easily recognized by their loyal patrons; this dynamic business is well-versed in customer service and truly makes everyone who walks through their door feel like family; and WHEREAS, The staff's involvement is, and always has been, characterized by an impressive commitment, an unbridled enthusiasm, and an uncompromising standard of excellence in all endeavors on behalf of the business and the community it serves, with countless members of the Stewart family having worked and still working at the restaurant over the years; and WHEREAS, The restaurant's legacy is carried on by Eddie Stewart Sr.'s son, Eddie Jr.; his wife, Leslie; grandson, Rick (Edward III); granddaughter, Alison; and great grandchildren, Edward IV, Emily, Ava, and Ania; and WHEREAS, It is with great pleasure that this Legislative Body acknowledges this exceptional business and its contributions to the local and State economies, fully confident that it will continue to enjoy the sparkling successes it has experienced thus far; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 90th Anniversary of Eddie's Restaurant of Sylvan Beach, New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Eddie's Restaurant.