K 835: Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of Elmwood Taco & Subs of Buffalo, New York

 Assembly Resolution No. 835 BY: M. of A. Conrad COMMEMORATING the 50th Anniversary of Elmwood Taco & Subs of Buffalo, 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 50th Anniversary of Elmwood Taco & Subs to be celebrated on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at the restaurant in Buffalo, New York; and WHEREAS, A landmark within its community, Elmwood Taco & Subs was founded by Ron Lucchino and first opened its doors in 1975 on Elmwood Avenue in Buffalo; the shop moved locations on the avenue a few times before permanently settling at 937 Elmwood; and WHEREAS, Throughout the 50 years Elmwood Taco & Subs has operated, it's been a family business with Ron Lucchino being joined by his wife Barb and later their children; Jen, Mike and Jackie; and WHEREAS, In 2019, Mike and Jackie Lucchino took over the business and continued to invest in Elmwood Taco & Subs; and WHEREAS, The remarkable success of Elmwood Taco & Subs is due in large part to its founder, Ron Lucchino and current owners, Mike and Jackie Lucchino, whose warmth and hospitality are easily recognized by their loyal patrons; this dynamic couple is well-versed in customer service and truly makes everyone who walks through their door feel like family; and WHEREAS, For five decades, Elmwood Taco & Subs has stood as a beloved establishment which has provided a friendly, open environment for patrons to collectively gather and share their thoughts, ideas and life experiences; 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 50th Anniversary of Elmwood Taco & Subs of Buffalo, New York, and to offer best wishes to Mike and Jackie Lucchino for continued success in all their future endeavors; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Mike and Jackie Lucchino.