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K 289

Congratulating Catherine Rinaldi upon the occasion of her retirement, as President, after many years of distinguished service to the MTA Metro-North Railroad

2025 Regular Session Introduced by MaryJane Shimsky

Ceremonial resolution recognizing Catherine Rinaldi's retirement as President of the MTA Metro-North Railroad and thanking her for distinguished service.

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Bill Summary · K 289

Summary: Bill K 289 — Congratulating Catherine Rinaldi upon retirement

Bill at a Glance

  • Bill Number: K 289
  • Title: Congratulating Catherine Rinaldi upon the occasion of her retirement, as President, after many years of distinguished service to the MTA Metro-North Railroad
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Classification: Resolution (ceremonial)
  • Introduced: April 1, 2025
  • Legislative Actions: Introduced (2025-04-01); Adopted (2025-04-01)
  • Sponsor: MaryJane Shimsky (primary)

Purpose and Intent

Bill K 289 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Catherine Rinaldi on the occasion of her retirement as President of the MTA Metro-North Railroad. It acknowledges "many years of distinguished service" and publicly commends her leadership and contributions to the agency. The resolution expresses best wishes for her future endeavors and serves as an official, symbolic gesture of appreciation from the legislative body.

Key Provisions

  • Acknowledges Catherine Rinaldi’s retirement from the role of President of the MTA Metro-North Railroad.
  • Recognizes her long tenure and distinguished service in leadership of the Metro-North operation.
  • Extends best wishes for future endeavors.
  • Typically directs that copies of the resolution be transmitted to the honoree and relevant parties (e.g., the MTA or other appropriate officials). (Note: Ceremonial resolutions commonly include a clause to transmit copies; exact language may vary by body.)

Who/What is Affected

  • Primary honoree: Catherine Rinaldi (retiring President of MTA Metro-North Railroad).
  • Institution: MTA Metro-North Railroad; by extension, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority community and riders who benefit from stable leadership.
  • Legislative body: The adopting legislative body (the sponsor and the body adopting the resolution).

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction and Adoption: Both occurred on April 1, 2025, indicating a same-day introduction and adoption, a common pattern for ceremonial resolutions.
  • Sponsor: MaryJane Shimsky (primary sponsor).

Financial and Policy Impact

  • No fiscal impact or policy change is associated with this ceremonial resolution. It is a symbolic act of recognition and does not create new obligations, funding, or regulatory requirements.

Context and Significance

Ceremonial resolutions like K 289 are used by legislative bodies to publicly honor individuals for notable service or contributions. In this case, the bill formally acknowledges Catherine Rinaldi’s leadership and retirement from the Metro-North Railroad, contributing to official records and public recognition of her impact on regional transportation.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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