Westchester Jewish Council 37th Anniversary Gala Journal

WJC 37TH ANNIVERSARY GALA • 1

Westchester Jewish CouncilExecutive Committee

President ....................................................................Ronald E. Burton Vice Presidents ...........................................................Harriet Schleifer William H. Schrag Paul Warhit Treasurer. ...................................................................Larry Frankel Associate Treasurer ....................................................Jeffrey Kohn Secretary ....................................................................Noah Rockowitz Associate Secretary ....................................................Gary Trachten At Large .....................................................................Irwin Davison Hon. Samuel G. Fredman Debra Abrahams Weiner

Board of DirectorsMona Abramson

Daniel Alcott David Alpert

Rabbi Jaymee Alpert Marilyn Arsham

Harold Aspis Joy Avidan

Susan Taxin Baer Scott Baken Shari Balaish

Betsy Bernstein Tracey Bilski

Louise Challop Steve Chill Joyce Claar Steven Cony

Karen Firestone

Elise Flagg Asher Gaffney David Glasser

Wayne Goldstein Steffanie Harris Joni Jablansky Michael Karnes Dr. Martin Keltz

Marc Klee Rabbi Susan Mitrani Knapp Cantor Hayley Kobilinsky

Stuart Kolbert Betsy Landis

Arnold Linhardt Lee Lowell

Susan Pecker

Keith E. Reich Mark I. Reisman Barry Richman

Lisa Roberts Judith Stern Rosen

Beverly Rosenbaum David Ruzow

Elisabeth Schoenfeld Dan Schorr

Carolyn Schrier Rabbi David Schuck Bertram S. Schwarz

Stanton C. Selbst Harry Waizer Clifford Wolf

Charlotte Yudin Harriett Zeller

Honorary DirectorsAndrew BenerofeFroma Benerofe Hon. Eliot Engel

Donald Fleishaker Robert Friedland Hon. Nita Lowey Abigail Mandel

Past PresidentsIrwin S. Davison

Hon. Sam Eisenberg Hon. Samuel G. Fredman

Donald Landis Lester J. Millman Clarice Pressner

Saul Singer Samuel Stein (z”l)

Debra Abrahams Weiner Rabbi Amiel Wohl

StaffExecutive Director ......................................... Elliot ForchheimerAssistant Executive Director .................................Nancy K. ZaroProgram Manager ..................................................Donna BartellBookkeeper .......................................................... Margo LampertWAJE Director ...........................................................Nina LubanMarketing Manager .......................................... Debbie Schwartz

THE WESTCHESTER JEWISH COUNCIL The Westchester Jewish Council (formerly the Westchester Jewish Conference) is the central communicating, coordinating, convening advisory and resource body for the county’s Jewish community, representing over 140 Jewish organizations and serving 150,000 Jews. As Westchester’s Jewish community relations organization, the Council unites Westchester Jewry with the State of Israel, fosters communication among Jewish organizations and cultivates and strengthens relations with other ethnic groups, elected officials and the community at large. The Council encourages participation in Jewish life and supports and develops initiatives and programs that meet existing and emerging Jewish communal needs.


Ron Burton proudly serves as the 11th President of the Westchester Jewish Council, the Jewish community relations council for 149 Jewish organizations and synagogues in Westchester. Known by many as the “Connector General” – a title that reflects his passion for bringing people and organizations together – Ron has taken the Council to new heights during his tenure in the realms of Israel advocacy, governmental relations and social media.

While Waterford, Connecticut may not be known for its eruv or lean kosher pastrami, it does lay claim to being Ron’s childhood home. Ron’s parents helped found a Solomon Schechter school in

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nearby New London, and otherwise provided their sons with a life infused with Judaism and community service.

A product of Camp Ramah and USY, Ron has always loved things Jewish and has enjoyed spreading that love to other Jews of all denominations. Prior to taking on the Council presidency, Ron served on the Board of Directors of the American Jewish Committee’s Westchester Chapter, and as the President of the Westchester Jewish Center’s Brotherhood. He helped create UJA-Federation’s New Rochelle’s Family Campaign, as well as AIPAC’s Westchester Leadership for Tomorrow initiative. Ron currently serves on the board of directors of the Solomon Schechter School of Westchester and the JCC of Mid-Westchester, and he also sat on the board of the Northern Metro March of Dimes.

Professionally, Ron has been with the real estate law firm of Goldfarb & Fleece LLP since 1992, where he became a partner in 2000. He represents Kaplan, Inc., L&M Development Partners, Inc. and the Rudin family interests.

Ron received his B.A. from Columbia College and his J.D. from Columbia University. His claim to fame in college was that he was the radio play-by-play announcer for the Columbia sports teams and never called a football win in his four-year tenure.

Despite the demands of business and community, he somehow finds time to coach little league baseball and synagogue basketball and cheer at local musical theater productions.

What Ron cherishes the most, however, is the Jewish home he has built in New Rochelle with his wonderful wife, Jocelyn (a much-renowned real estate broker at Houlihan Lawrence), and their three (most-of-the-time) terrific children, Benjamin, Madeline and Zachary, who all attend Schechter Westchester.


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Adrienne & Brad Altman

Elinor & Shahar Azani

Janet & Bruce Beck

Leslie Tamarkin & Marc J. Becker

Tracey & Mark Bilski

Joan & Jason Brustman

Jody & Dan Burton

Lois Kohn Claar & Gary Claar

Marci Lobel Esrig & Marc Esrig

Karen & David Everett

Amy & Rob Feilbogen

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Martine & Stanley Fleishman

Leyla Leidecker & Yuri Foreman

Julie & Martin Franklin

Allison & Ben Friedland

Jackie & Jason Friedland

Sheila & Bob Friedland

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Laurie & Steve Girsky

Debby & David Glasser

Adena & Jon Goldberg

Tara Slone Goldstein & Wayne Goldstein

Pam & Eric Goldstein

Sandy & Jack Gruenberg

Stacey & Peter Hochfelder

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Mazel Tovto

Ron Burton

on this wonderful and most deserving honor.We are happy to celebrate

his work and his family.

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Thank you for all you do for the Westchester Jewish Council

and for the Jewish community!!

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Dear Ron,

Kol hakavod on this wonderful and well deserved honor.

We greatly admire the hard work and dedication you devote to causes in which you believe.

Your positive energy and enthusiasm are contagious.

Westchester Jewish Council is lucky to have you and we are proud

to call you our friend.

With admiration and respect,

The Franklin and Hochfelder Families


Celebrating 4 years of leadership

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Our RON of all Trades

May he go from strength to strength!

Hon. Samuel G. Fredman

Past-President and Co-Founder of the Council


“Do not separate yourself from community.” (Mishnah)

Mazel Tov to

Ron Burton for an outstanding job as president of the

Westchester Jewish Council.

We thank you for your commitment to our community and involvements

in the Jewish world.

Froma and Andy Benerofe

WJC 37TH ANNIVERSARY GALA • 13 BRONZE

MAZAL TOV &

THANK YOU To

RONALD BURTON A True Mensch

For his many years of dedicated service to the

WESTCHESTER JEWISH COUNCIL

And his work on behalf of AJC, AIPAC, UJA, YBNR, YSNR, JCC,

the March of Dimes, & the Westchester Jewish Center Brotherhood

Ron is caring, genuine, giving -- and a real “people” person.

May you go from strength to strength.

With deep appreciation, admiration, and much affection.

El isa and Larry Frankel


Mazel Tov to

Ron

an inspiringleader

Communicatorand

Mensch!

Go from strength to strength.

With admiration and affection,Joyce and Fred Claar


ConGraTulaTionsto our dear friend

Ron Burtonwhose tireless devotion to our community

makes him truly worthy of this honor.

With special thanks toDeb, elliot, nancy, Donna, Debbie, Margo,

Joni, Jocelyn and the entire Gala Committeefor ensuring tonight’s success.

Debbie and Bill SchragElliot, Rebecca & Suzanne

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Mazel Tov

ron BurTon

For Your Deserved honorand

Many ThanksFor all You Do for The Jewish Community

Gary & Evelyn Trachten


February 2, 2013 Dear Friends: On behalf of Westchester County government, I would like to welcome everyone to the 37th anniversary gala, hosted by Westchester Jewish Council and to congratulate their very deserving honoree, Ron Burton. I extend our gratitude for the dynamic work Ron has done for the community as well as for Westchester Jewish Council. The Westchester Jewish Council continues to unite capable and caring people whose commitment and experience have enriched the lives of countless individuals. You all are to be congratulated for your services to the citizens of Westchester County. To acknowledge all that you have done and continue to do, I am pleased to designate Saturday, February 2, 2013 to be Westchester Jewish Council Day in your honor. Sincerely,

Robert P. Astorino County Executive


February 2, 2013

Dear Friends,

I am delighted to offer congratulations to the Westchester Jewish Council as it celebrates its 37th

Anniversary. I appreciate the opportunity to recognize and celebrate the fine work and contributions of the Westchester Jewish Council on this auspicious occasion.

The mission of the Westchester Jewish Council to foster communication among Westchester’s Jewish organizations and strengthen relationships with other faith communities should be commended. As the resource and communications center for Westchester Jewish life, WJC enriches Westchester as a whole through the wide range of programming, activities, and volunteer work. I thank you knowing that this work strengthens our county and helps increase countywide consciousness about serious issues that affect us all

I also congratulate your very special honoree—Westchester Jewish Council President, Ron Burton—for his dedication to the goals of the Westchester Jewish Council. His leadership is continually on display with his commitment to connecting the people of Westchester, Jewish and of other faiths, through the principles of education, community and kindness.

Once again, please accept my congratulations to the Westchester Jewish Council for the 37 years of outstanding service to the people of Westchester County and best wishes for many years to come.

Shalom,



STATE OF NEW YORKOFFICE OF THE STATE COMPTROLLER

110 STATE STREET ALBANY, NY 12236

February 2, 2013

Elliot Forchheimer, Executive Director Westchester Jewish Council 701 Westchester Avenue, Suite 203E White Plains, NY 10604

Dear Friends:

Greetings to all those gathered this evening for the 37th

Anniversary Gala hosted by the Westchester Jewish Council. Since 1975, the WJC has achieved great successes in unifying and strengthening the diverse, thriving Jewish community of Westchester County.

Special congratulations are due to this year’s honoree: Ronald E. Burton, WJC’s 11th President and a partner at Goldfarb & Fleece LLP. His outstanding leadership, service and accomplishments are truly worthy of your recognition.

Working closely with over 140 member organizations, the Westchester Jewish Council helps invigorate Jewish life in the area, promoting education and Torah learning for all ages, supporting Israel, coordinating charitable activities and social services, and nurturing religious and cultural expressions of Judaism. The WJC helps build and sustain connections among the County’s 150,000 Jewish residents as well as the surrounding community through a wide range of initiatives, including interfaith collaborations, youth programming, extensive opportunities for volunteering, informational roundtables and government relations campaigns. The dedicated officers, board, staff and members of the Westchester Jewish Council are honoring cherished traditions and enhancing the life of the entire community.

Best wishes for a joyful celebration and continued success. Sincerely,

Thomas P. DiNapoli State Comptroller


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Dear Ron,

Congratulations on this honor.

We are very proud of your work for the Jewish community.

love,Mom and Dad

Jocelyn, Ben, Maddie and ZachyDan, Jody, adam and sammy

Bill, Deb, Joshua and alex


To

Ron

Truly, a wonderful person who does so much good for Jews

and for the world.

We are so pleased to share your Mazal.

Richard & Jill Spitz


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Ron Burton?

He is the greatest!

Sheila and Bob Friedland


The Westchester Jewish Council is honoring

Ron Burton

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Mazal Tov!

Noah and Julie Rockowitz


Mazel Tov to

Ron,

we appreciate all your wonderful work!

Laurie and Steve


MaZel Tov

Ron!

You are truly an inspirational leader!

Cindy and Ben Golub




To our Friend,

Ron,Mazal Tov on this well deserved honor.

our community is deeply grateful forall you do to help strengthen

our Westchester Jewish community.

May you be blessed with good health so we can continue to benefit

from your committed and excellent leadership for many years to come!

With deep appreciation,Harriet and Marc


Executive Committee

President Ronald E. Burton

Vice Presidents

Harriet Schleifer William H. Schrag

Paul Warhit

Treasurer

Larry Frankel

Associate Treasurer Jeff Kohn Secretary

Noah Rockowitz

Associate Secretary Gary Trachten

At Large

Irwin S. Davison Hon. Samuel G. Fredman Debra Abrahams Weiner

Board of Directors

Mona Abramson Daniel Alcott David Alpert

Marilyn Arsham Harold Aspis

Joy Avidan Susan Taxin Baer

Scott Baken Shari Balaish

Betsy Bernstein Tracey Bilski

Louise Challop Steve Chill

Joyce Claar Steven Cony

Karen Firestone Elise Flagg

Asher Gaffney David Glasser

Wayne Goldstein Steffanie Harris Joni Jablansky

Michael Karnes Dr. Martin Keltz

Marc Klee Rabbi Susan Mitrani Knapp

Cantor Hayley Kobilinsky Stuart Kolbert Betsy Landis

Arnold Linhardt Lee Lowell

Susan Pecker Keith E. Reich

Mark I. Reisman Barry Richman

Lisa Roberts Judith Stern Rosen

Beverly Rosenbaum David Ruzow

Elizabeth Schoenfeld Dan Schorr

Carolyn Schreier Rabbi David Schuck Bertram S. Schwarz

Stanton C. Selbst Harry Waizer Clifford Wolf

Charlotte Yudin Harriett Zeller

Past Presidents Irwin S. Davison

Hon. Sam Eisenberg Hon. Samuel G. Fredman

Donald Landis Lester J. Millman Clarice Pressner

Saul Singer Samuel Stein (z”l)

Debra Abrahams Weiner Rabbi Amiel Wohl

Honorary Directors Andrew Benerofe Froma Benerofe Hon. Eliot Engel

Donald Fleishaker Robert Friedland Hon. Nita Lowey

Abigail Mandel

Executive Director Elliot Forchheimer

Assistant Executive Director Nancy K. Zaro

Office Manager Margo Lampert

701 Westchester Avenue • Suite 203E • White Plains, NY 10604-3002 Phone: 914.328.7001 • Fax: 914.761.6309 • E-mail: [email protected] • www.wjcouncil.org

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The Jewish Community Relations Council of Westchester

February 2. 2013 23 Shevat 5773 Dear Friends, Good evening and welcome to the Westchester Jewish Council’s 37th anniversary gala! We are so pleased to be here tonight to celebrate our community and to honor and pay tribute to our honoree and Council president, Ron Burton, who has done so much to enhance Jewish life here in Westchester. Ron, through his unbridled enthusiasm and indefatigable spirit, has led by example and shown enormous dedication and commitment to the Jewish community. We are grateful for the leadership he has shown in bringing so many diverse parts of the Westchester Jewish community together. We urge you to take the time to read Ron’s biography that is published in this beautiful journal and join us in honoring and thanking him for his many years of service. We know you will share the admiration, pride and appreciation for his accomplishments that we do. We have planned an evening of fun and entertainment with a great musical tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, the music of The New Relics (the “in house” band here at Beth El Synagogue), along with schmoozing while enjoying great food and each other’s company and catching up with new and old friends as we honor our friend, Ron Burton. The Westchester Jewish Council serves as the Jewish community relations organization for Westchester County with approximately 140 member organizations serving the 8th largest Jewish community in the United States. Our volunteer board and executive committee work closely with our dedicated professional staff to promote the community building mission of the Council; and we are grateful for the opportunity to be with all of you, our supporters, this evening. Our sincere thanks to our fabulous gala and journal committee members listed in this program, as well. We hope you will take the time to consider bidding at our silent auction and trying for one of our wonderful raffle prizes, additional components of tonight’s festivities. In Pirke Avot – “Ethics of the Fathers” it is written: “The day is short and the work is great” and nothing could be truer for the Council in pursuing its goals. After the performance, there will be a sumptuous dessert reception with more musical entertainment. We hope you will stay and enjoy and connect with friends. Thank you so much for being here and for your ongoing support of the Council. Enjoy!! Debra A. Weiner & William H. Schrag 37th Annual Gala Co-Chairs


February 2, 2013

23 Shevat 5773

Dear Ron:

We at Schechter Westchester are delighted to join the entire Westchester Jewish

community in wishing you mazal tov on being honored by the Westchester Jewish

Council at their 37th Anniversary Gala. Your work as the eleventh president of this

organization speaks to your dedication and devotion with which you approach every

aspect of your Jewish communal involvement. WJC’s work toward uniting the community

through its work with the 140 organizations that comprise its network is strengthened by

the leadership and guidance that you provide.

As one of the many organizations that have benefitted from your commitment to Jewish

continuity, education, and values, Schechter Westchester considers itself fortunate to

count you and the entire Burton family as valued members of our kehilah.

Our students and parents, faculty and staff, join us in extending a hearty kol haKavod to

you on this well-deserved recognition.

B’Shalom,

Dr. Elliot Spiegel Michael Leffell Headmaster President, Board of Trustees


City of New Rochelle New York

Noam Bramson

Mayor

515 North Avenue • New Rochelle, NY 10801 • 914-654-2150 • 914-654-2357 (fax) • [email protected]

February 2, 2013

Dear Friends, On behalf of all residents of New Rochelle, it gives me great pleasure to congratulate my friend Ron Burton on the well-deserved honor he receives tonight. Ron exemplifies the virtues that all community leaders should possess – a warm and giving spirit, tireless devotion to service, and personal dedication to improving the lives of neighbors. I am proud that one of our own residents has achieved such high regard throughout Westchester, and join Ron’s countless admirers in saluting his service to the Westchester Jewish Council. Since its founding, the WJC has served as an invaluable forum for dialogue, cultural celebration, and public service. The WJC’s efforts have been instrumental not only in strengthening the fabric of Jewish life in our region, but also in upholding the universal principles and values that define a strong and health community. It has always been a privilege to work with your dedicated officers and staff, and I wish you continued success in the months and years ahead.

Sincerely,

Noam Bramson Mayor


Congratulations to

this evening’s extraordinary honoree

Ron Burton

We are pleased to pay tribute to your ongoing

efforts and passionate commitment.

Your dedication to the Westchester Jewish Council

— and the community at large —

serves as an inspiration to us all.

Congratulations to the Westchester Jewish

Council as we celebrate its remarkable

work on behalf of our community.

Yasher Koach!

Pam Wexler

Westchester Regional Chair

Amy Gutenplan, Caryl Orlando & Stu Seltzer

Westchester Campaign Chairs

Leslie Goldberg

Westchester Women’s Philanthropy Chair


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Tel: 1.914.761.5100 Fax: 1.914.761.9859

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Honorary Officers: Meshulam Riklis ● Laurence A. Tisch** Life Trustees: Robert H. Arnow ● Lawrence B. Buttenwieser ● William Kahn ● Irving Schneider ● Stephen Shalom ● Daniel S. Shapiro ● Samuel J. Silberman** Sanford Solender** ● Wilma S. Tisch ● James L. Weinberg ● Elaine K. Winik Life Benefactors: The Belfer, Ruben & Saltz Families ● Jack & Zella B. Butler Foundation ● The Fisher Family ● Leo & Julia Forchheimer Foundation ● Ruth & David Gottesman ● Kathryn & Alan C. Greenberg The Jesselson Family ● Leni & Peter W. May ● Paul & Irma Milstein Foundation ● Seymour & Vivian Milstein Family ● Henry & Lucy Moses Fund, Inc. ● Samuel I. Newhouse Foundation, Inc. ● Milton Petrie ● The William Rosenwald Family ● Jack & Lewis** Rudin ● Family of S.H. & Helen R. Scheuer ● Helen** & Irving Schneider & Family Marvin & Donna Schwartz ● Joseph & Marcy** Sirulnick ● The Sheldon H. Solow Foundation ● The Tisch Family ● Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz ● Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP ● The Weiler Arnow Family ● The Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Foundation Past Chairs, Board of Directors: Morton A. Kornreich** ● Joseph Gurwin** Irwin Hochberg ● Larry A. Silverstein ● Judith Stern Peck ● Larry Zicklin ● Morris W. Offit ● Susan K. Stern ● Jerry W. Levin Past Presidents: Peggy Tishman** David G. Sacks** ● Alan S. Jaffe ● Louise B. Greilsheimer ● James S. Tisch ● Larry Zicklin ● Morris W. Offit ● John M. Shapiro *Executive Committee member **Deceased

President Jerry W. Levin* Chair of the Board Alisa R. Doctoroff* Executive Vice President & CEO John S. Ruskay General Chairs, 2013 Campaign Marcia Riklis* Jeffrey M. Stern* Campaign Chairs Karen S.W. Friedman* Wayne K. Goldstein* William L. Mack Commission Chairs Eric S. Goldstein* Alisa F. Levin* Jeffrey A. Schoenfeld*

Fredric W. Yerman* Treasurer John A. Herrmann, Jr.* Executive Committee At Large Lawrence C. Gottlieb* Linda Mirels* Michael Olshan*

David Valger* Pamela P. Wexler* Senior Vice President Financial Resource Development Mark D. Medin Senior Vice President Strategic Planning and Organizational Resources Alisa Rubin Kurshan Senior Vice President Agency Relations Roberta Marcus Leiner Chief Financial Officer Irvin A. Rosenthal General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer & Secretary Ellen R. Zimmerman Executive Vice Presidents Emeriti Ernest W. Michel

Stephen D. Solender Westchester Leadership Regional Chair Pamela P. Wexler* Chairs, Annual Campaign Amy Gutenplan Caryl Orlando

Stu Seltzer Chair, Women’s Philanthropy Leslie Goldberg Vice Chair, Women’s Philanthropy Lois KohnClaar Chair, Program Services Cabinet Jen Sokol Chairs, Westchester Business and Professional Division Mitchell Ostrove Judith Stern Rosen Chairs, Westchester Wall Street J. Morgan Rutman

Jeffrey Solomon Chairs, Government Relations Amy Lemle Ann Yerman Chairs, King David Society Ellen B. and Michael Brown Wendy and Neil Sandler Bruce Wexler Chairs, Eden Society Cheryl and Richard Rosen Mara and Jeffrey Talpins Debbie and Richard Yoken Chairs, SYNERGY Rabbi Lester Bronstein Paul Warhit Chairs, Tov B’Yachad Arlene Kleinberg

Yuval Marcus Mark Semer Chair, Community and Volunteer Services Stephanie Tessler Chairs, Culture of Gratitude Laura Kleinhandler Laura Urken Westchester Regional Office Regional Director Richard J. Spitz Associate Directors Larry Nathan Ellen J. Thurm

February 2, 2013

Dear Friends, It’s a pleasure to join you as we pay tribute to your extraordinary honoree, Ron Burton. As president of Westchester Jewish Council, he has made countless contributions to the Westchester community — both the Jewish community and the community at large — and he indeed deserves the loving recognition so evident this evening. Ron is an exceptional leader whose commitment to the Council truly has bettered the community. His tireless dedication and palpable warmth inspire us all! This evening also provides an excellent opportunity to celebrate Westchester Jewish Council’s vital mission — enhancing Jewish life throughout the county, nurturing relationships both within and beyond the Jewish community, and acting as a valuable resource for those in need. We thank you for your efforts and achievements. On behalf of UJAFederation of New York, we extend our deepest congratulations to Ron and applaud Westchester Jewish Council’s notable work. Mazel tov on this uniquely special occasion! With warmth and appreciation,

Pam Wexler Richard Spitz Westchester Regional Chair Westchester Regional Director


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To the Great Connector

Ron Burton,

Mazal Tov on your well-deserved honor!

Thank you for all you do on behalf of the Westchester Jewish community!

Lois Kohn-Claar and Gary Claar


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Ron Burtonon this well deserved honor

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Mazal Tov on this

much deserved honor.

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Mazel Tov to

RON BURTON

on this well deserved honor

Your dedication and service to the Jewish community, and the JCC of Mid-Westchester in particular,

is deeply appreciated

The Board and Staff of the JCC of Mid-Westchester


CONGRATULATIONS TO

RON BURTON

FOR THIS MUCH DESERVED HONOR

YOU EPITOMIZE THE WORD

MENSCH

AND SET AN EXAMPLE FOR ALL OF US

KAREN and DAVID EVERETT


The Talmud teaches: “Who is occupied with the needs of the community is as though

they occupied themselves with Torah.”

Dear Ron,

From the moment we met you we knew someone special had joined our lives.

We are proud to be your family!

Nana Jena, Marni, Ed and Shoshana



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Ron Burtonon this well deserved honor

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TO OUR FRIEND NANCY ZARO -YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS NEVER CEASE

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YOU HAVE BROUGHT THE WESTCHESTER JEWISH COUNCIL TO NEW HEIGHTS!

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With great pleasure we join the Westchester Jewish community and the WJC in honoring

Ron Burton, who leads us with unflagging commitment,

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Harry & Karen Waizer


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You are a great examplefor all of us!

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The Westchester Board of Rabbiscelebrates the commitment and achievements

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Ron Burton President of the Westchester Jewish Council

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Scott B. Weiner, Senior Rabbi

Erik Contzius, Cantor

Beth Nichols, Associate Rabbi


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Ron Burtonon his outstanding service to

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Yasher Koach to

Ron Burton, a man of vision and strength,

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and to the staff, officers, and Directors of the Westchester Jewish Council for all of

their time and efforts.

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RoN, with admiration for your commitment to the Jewish community of Westchester and

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MaZel Tovto

Rona First Class Mensch!

Jeff, SharonAndrew, Jordan

& Aaron Feldman

ConGraTulaTionsto our FrienD

Ronon a most deserved honor.

May you continue to lead the Westchester community with

your strong voice and vision.

Tobi and Joel Haims

RonWe salute you

“Connector General.” We are so proud to know

and honor you.

Judy and Bobby Schmeidler

MaZel Tov

Ron We are very proud

of all your hard work & community building.

love, Amy & Mitchell Josephs


Yasher Koach juf rahh

Ron BurtonThank you for your dedicated

service to the Westchester Jewish Council

and to our entire K’helahWith much gratitude

and appreciation.

Tris and Sam Berger

To Ron Burton The most connected guy we know

Sherry & Larry Thaler

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We are blessed to have a friend who is a great inspiration.

Reb Nachman of Bratzzlav said:

“The true leader must share

in the holiness of the world.”

our synagogue and or entire community has been made more holy through ron’s leadership.

May he and his family be blessed with health and happiness.

Rabbi Jeffrey Segelman

Rabbi Loren Monosov Cantor Alan Sokoloff

MaZel Tov to

Ronthe best “tummler” in the world.

We are proud of all your great work for the

Westchester Jewish Council.Love: Marc, Leslie,

Coby and Maya


Ron, ConGraTulaTions

on your well-deserved honor!From, Galit Reichlin,

Tamara Ashman, and your friends at

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ConGraTulaTions to this year’s honoree,

Ron Burton, and thank you for all you do.

From The Bosworth Family

(lauren, Brian, andrew & robin)

We honor

Ron Burton and the staff of the

Westchester Jewish Council for the important and inspiring work

they do on behalf of our Jewish community.

Rabbi Howard Goldsmith and

Congregation Emanu-El of Westchester.

Mazel Tov

Ron and

Westchester Jewish Council.

Barbara and David Horowitz


Yasher Koach to

Ron on this well-deserved honor,

and kudos to the wonderful

staff of WJC.

Charlotte and Howard Yudin

Congratulations to

Ron BurtonThank you for your leadership

and commitment to making Westchester Jewish community

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are aways a team effort.Best to you all.

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“I did not find the world desolate when I entered it. My fathers planted for me

before I arrived, so I plant for those who come after me.”

- Talmud

To our dear friend

RonWe are so proud of you

You are the most deserving of this honor

We know you will always make this world a better place

With love, The Seltzer Family

Mazel Tov Ron!

May you continue to do mitzvot

for many years to come!

Robin and Mitchell Kaphan and Family

One person’s candle is a light for many. – TALMUD

MaZel Tov to

Cousin Ronnie!Your candle shines and inspires!

love,Lori, Dan, Lisle,

Graham & Jonah

Congratulations

Ron,

The Mamaysky Family


Mazal Tov Ron

on this much deserved honor. Thank you for all you do for our

Westchester Jewish community. You are a true leader, a good friend

and an inspiration to us all!

Pam, Eric, Melissa, Jordan and Julia Goldstein

Mazel Tov Ron!

You will Forever reign as the King of the Westchester Jews!

love

Jackie and Joel Spitz


Yasher KoaCh

Ron

You are an inspiration to all!

Mark Teich

RonMaZal Tov

to you & Jocelyn and your entire wonderful family. You make things happen!

With love,Noah & Karen Estrin

Mazal Tov

Thank you for all that you do!

Dan Schorrand Jen Buchwald

MaZal Tov to a great guy –

Ron Burton

Arthur Bodek, Eva Fishman and Family


in honor of

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WesTChesTer JeWish CounCil

From Sybil and Leslie Rosenberg

MaZel Tov on This

Well DeserveD honor.

Janet and Bruce Beck

Mazel Tov, Ron!

You should be so proud of this well-deserved honor!!

Jonathan and Adena

Goldberg

MaZel Tov to

our FrienD Ron

for this well-deserved honor.

Sabrina and Asher Gaffney


Ron,

Mazel Tov on this

wonderful honor!!!

Julie and Philip Schanzer

Ron!Mazel Tov!

Thank you for your countless gifts to the

Westchester Jewish community.

We are delighted to celebrate with you and we are privileged to

be a working part of the Westchester Jewish Council.

Donna Bartell, WJC Program Manager

Margo lampert, WJC Bookkeeper

Nina luban, Westchester Adult Education Director

Debbie Schwartz, WJC Marketing Manager

MAZEL TOV

Ron!Love,

Bill, Deb, Joshua & Alex


Mazel TovRon Burton! oh what a night,

oh what you have doneFor the Jewish community!

Arlene and Michael

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MaZel TovRon Burton

on this well deserved honorYour commitment and dedication

are a true inspiration

Ellen and David GoldschmidtKaren and Daniel Kosowsky

ThanKs

Ron for all you do

for our community.

Gary and Diane Katz

MaZel Tov

Ronon This Well Deserved honor

Your fellow new londoners are Proud of you!

Ruth and Stephen Hendel


Ron,

Thanks for all that you do.

We love you!

The Brustman Family

Mazel Tov Cousin Ronnie on this well deserved honor

We respect your hard work & dedication to the

Jewish community

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We are delighted to honor or friend Ron Burton

May you continue to be a source of strength, leadership

& inspiration to the Jewish community

Stephen & Allie Kliegerman

Mensch (Yiddish: ???? mentsh): a person of integrity and honor;

Ron Burton

Mazal Tov Ron!

We applaud and appreciate your commitment to the entire

Jewish community

Marji and David Karlin


Congratulations To Ron Burton And The Entire WJC Family

May You Go From

Strength To Strength

From the Board, Staff, and Membership of Scarsdale Synagogue

Temples Tremont and Emanu-‐El

2 Ogden Road, Scarsdale, NY 10583

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MaZel Tovto

Ronand thanks

for your community service!

Ellen and Robert Shasha

ConGraTulaTions to the

Westchester Jewish Counciland

Ron Burton

John and Marcy Harris

Mazal Tov

Ron a very well deserved

recognition of the great work you are doing for the


With Best WishesAdrienne, Brad, Gaby

and Ryan Altman




MaZel Tov to

Ron Burton and the

Burton Family on this great honor.

love,Addison, Berkeley, Candice

and Howard Wolk


Congratulations,

Ron.

We are so proud of you.

Sidney and Deanna Wolk, Robin Wolk and David Klein,

Jeff and Marla Wolk, Candice and Howard Wolk


Best wishes to my friends at the Westchester Jewish Council,

for a memorable evening as you celebrate at your 37th Anniversary Gala

and

Congratulations to your honoree, Ron Burton,

11th President of the Westchester Jewish Council.

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Congrats on this well-deserved honor.

Jill and Bruce Schanzer


“Through faith we experience the meaning of the world; through action we give the world meaning”

Rabbi Leo Baeck

Mazel Tov to

Ron on this deserving honor.

Your legacy is defined by the strength of the Westchester Jewish Council

and unity of Westchester Jewry.

May you continue to inspire , lead and go from strength to strength.

Nancy and Joey Zaro


“It is not the place that honors the person but the person that honors the place” - Ta’amit 21 b

Yasher Koach to Ron Burton

on this deserving honor. The Westchester community is very lucky to have him as a leader and friend.

Thanks to the leadership of the Westchester Jewish Council and to its great professionals!

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MAZEL TOv!

Thanks for all you do for the Westchester Jewish

community!

Amos and Shari Balaish

Kol Hazzanim – Westchester Community of Cantors

congratulates Westchester Jewish Council

President

Ron Burton on this milestone,

thanks him for his support, and wishes him much success in his future

endeavors! Cantor Hayley Kobilinsky, President

Cantor Alan Sokoloff, Vice President & Treasurer Cantor Devorah Avery, Secretary

Cantor Erik Contzius, Founder & Immediate Past President

ConGraTulaTions,

Ron,

on your well-deserved honor!

Elise and Barry Richman

ConGraTulaTions to

Ron on this special honor.

We are grateful for all you do for the Jewish community.

Jayne Lipman

and Bob Goodman


Mazel Tov

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and dedication to the Westchester Jewish community.

We wish you continued success and fulfillment.

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Ron

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Mazel Tov

Ron

Wendy and Dan Moskowitz

Mazal Tov

RonThank you for all your work for

Westchester Jewish Council and the many other ways

you strengthen our Jewish Community

With Gratitude and admiration Meira and Tom Fleisch

Mazel Tov

to

Ron Burton! Your leadership is

an example to all of us.

Barry & Barbara Novick


Ron,

The Westchester Jewish Council has been strengthened immeasurably

by your vision, leadership and charisma.

May the legacy you leave behind continue to enrich the

Jewish community of Westchester for years to come.

Kol hakovod

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Westchester Jewish Council 701 Westchester Avenue 203E White Plains, NY 10604

Dear Friends:

Please accept my warmest greetings and congratulations as you gather to celebrate Westchester Jewish Council’s 37th Anniversary Gala, “Oh What a Night!”. I am honored to have the opportunity to recognize the exemplary work of WJC and President Ron Burton on this momentous occasion.

Founded in 1975, the Westchester Jewish Council voices the concerns of the Jewish community in Westchester County and serves as a conduit of commonality between the Jewish community and other religious and cultural groups. By utilizing its resources and collaborating with its leadership and its member organizations, the Westchester Jewish Council continues to transform the lives of Westchester residents through the spirit of cooperation and faith. I applaud the devotion and commitment of the leadership, members, and all contributors to the Westchester Jewish Council.

Furthermore, I would like to extend my congratulations to this evening’s honoree: Westchester Jewish Council, President Ron Burton. As the eleventh president of the Westchester Jewish Council he has built upon the existing foundation of commonality and has engaged the Westchester Jewry. Ron has and continues to be the “Connector General” a title that is fitting of his enthusiasm and dedication to unite Westchester residents together. I am honored to join the Westchester Jewish Council in recognizing this outstanding individual for his dedication to the Westchester community and our great state.

Again, congratulations and thank you for your dedication and commitment on behalf of all New Yorkers. I know that the Westchester Jewish Council will continue mobilizing Jewish residents of Westchester for generations to come. Best wishes for a wonderful event.

Sincerely,

Charles E. Schumer United States Senator


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Honorary Officers: Meshulam Riklis ● Laurence A. Tisch** Life Trustees: Robert H. Arnow ● Lawrence B. Buttenwieser ● William Kahn ● Irving Schneider** ● Stephen Shalom ● Daniel S. Shapiro ● Samuel J. Silberman** Sanford Solender** ● Wilma S. Tisch ● James L. Weinberg ● Elaine K. Winik Life Benefactors: The Belfer, Ruben & Saltz Families ● Jack E. & Zella B. Butler Foundation ● The Fisher Family ● Leo & Julia Forchheimer Foundation ● Ruth & David Gottesman ● Kathryn & Alan C. Greenberg ● The Jesselson Family ● Leni & Peter W. May ● Paul & Irma Milstein Foundation ● Seymour & Vivian Milstein Family ● Henry & Lucy Moses Fund, Inc.Samuel I. Newhouse Foundation, Inc. ● Milton Petrie ● The William Rosenwald Family ● Jack and Lewis** Rudin ● Family of S.H. & Helen R. Scheuer ● Helen** & Irving Schneider & Family ● Marvin & Donna SchwartzJoseph & Marcy** Sirulnick ● The Sheldon H. Solow Foundation ● The Tisch Family ● Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz ● Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP ● The Weiler Arnow Family ● The Harry & Jeanette WeinbergFoundation Past Chairs, Board of Directors: Morton A. Kornreich** ● Joseph Gurwin** ● Irwin Hochberg ● Larry A. Silverstein ● Judith Stern Peck ● Larry Zicklin ● Morris W. Offit ● Susan K. Stern ● Jerry W. Levin*Past Presidents: Peggy Tishman** ● David G. Sacks** ● Alan S. Jaffe ● Louise B. Greilsheimer ● James S. Tisch ● Larry Zicklin ● Morris W. Offit ● John M. Shapiro *Executive Committee member **Deceased

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Chair of the BoardAlisa R. Doctoroff*

Executive Vice President & CEOJohn S. Ruskay

General Chairs, 2013 CampaignMarcia Riklis* Jeffrey M. Stern*

Campaign ChairsKaren S.W. Friedman*Wayne K. Goldstein*William L. Mack

Commission ChairsEric S. Goldstein* Alisa F. Levin*Jeffrey A. Schoenfeld*Fredric W. Yerman*

Treasurer

John A. Herrmann, Jr.*

Executive Committee At LargeLawrence C. Gottlieb* Linda Mirels* Michael Olshan*David Valger*Pamela P. Wexler*

Senior Vice PresidentFinancial Resource DevelopmentMark D. Medin

Senior Vice PresidentStrategic Planning andOrganizational ResourcesAlisa Rubin Kurshan

Senior Vice PresidentAgency RelationsRoberta Marcus Leiner

Chief Financial OfficerIrvin A. Rosenthal

General CounselChief Compliance Officer& SecretaryEllen R. Zimmerman

Executive Vice Presidents EmeritiErnest W. MichelStephen D. Solender

February 2, 2013

Dear Friends: With great privilege, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Westchester Jewish Council on the occasion of your 37th Anniversary Gala. As Westchester's Jewish community relations organization, Westchester Jewish Council (WJC) plays a critical role in uniting Westchester Jewry, one of the largest Jewish communities in the country, with the State of Israel, fostering communication among Jewish organizations and cultivating and strengthening relations with other ethnic and religious groups, elected officials and the community at large. On behalf of all who will benefit from your initiatives and programs, we express our deepest gratitude. We are pleased this evening to share in honoring an extraordinary individual and partner of WJC: Ron Burton. Through your leadership as WJC’s 11th and current president, you have elevated the Council’s work in the areas of Israel advocacy, Jewish education, social media and government relations. Your deep commitment to and love of the Jewish community has changed lives; you inspire us all. On behalf of UJA-Federation, we extend a heartfelt Mazal Tov to Westchester Jewish Council and Ron Burton. We are proud to collaborate with such an extraordinary institution and look forward to many more years of fruitful partnership.

With very best wishes,

Jerry W. Levin Alisa R. Doctoroff John S. Ruskay President Chair of the Board Executive Vice President & CEO


ConGraTulaTions to

Ron Burtonand to the


for their ongoing good work on behalf of the


The Susan and Ralph Freydberg Family Foundation


MaZel Tov and

ThanK You

for all you do for the


Harriet Kaplow


MaZal TovTo his excellency

The honorable WJC President and all around Mensch,

Ron Burtonron’s commitment to our community is evidenced

by all the lives he touches. his tireless efforts on behalf of everyone he knows, which includes pretty much everyone

who lives in Westchester, strengthen our Jewish institutions, our broader community, as well as any individual in need.

ron, we not only have enormous admiration for you, we love you and your awesome, forebearing wife, Jocelyn.

Marty and Lynn Keltz


ConGraTulaTions to

Ron Burton for doing a superb job as President

of the Westchester Jewish Council...an integral component of the


Joni and Paul JablanskyJeffrey, Sophie and Sam


ConGraTulaTions to


Yasher Koachto

Ron Burton

a well deserved honor!

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MaZel Tov to

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ron’s Warmth of spirit Touches us all.

May You Continue to Make Family and Friends Proud and Do Good for the

Jewish Community and Beyond

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We honor and celebrate the leadership and commitment of our friend

Ron Burton to the


With appreciation and admiration,

Martha and Jeff Kohn


MaZel Tov

Ron on this amazing honor.

You are an inspiration to us all.

We love you!!

The Weissman Crew


CO-PRESIDENTS Ophira CukiermanPeter Rothschild HONORARY CHAIRMENOF THE BOARDFrederick A. KlingensteinRoy R. Raizen

BOARD of DIRECTORSRoger H.Kahn, TreasurerWayne Goldstein, SecretaryKaren Spar KasnerAlan AnnexBarbara BishopEileen BloomRon BurtonLoren GilbergGreg KaldorJim LasserSusan RozinHelen SamuelsJacques SteinbergMarcy VinderJennifer Weinberg

EXECUTIVE DIRECTORKaren Kolodny

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENTMilton Sussman

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICERMichael Herz, CPA, MBA

LIFE TRUSTEESJoan* & Robert ArnowJohn & Maxine* BendheimShirley* & Roy* DurstEdna Mae & Leroy FademEmily & Eugene GrantDeborah & Lawrence HilibrandSharon* & Frederick KlingensteinCheryl & Philip MilsteinVivian & Seymour* MilsteinNancy* & Roy RaizenElaine & Alan Weiler

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February 2, 2013

Dear Friends,

On behalf of the lay and professional leadership of the Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Mid-Westchester, it is our pleasure to congratulate tonight’s most deserving honoree and JCC Board member, Ron Burton, on this special occasion.

The consummate networker and relationship builder, Ron has given his time and talent to help the JCC expand its reach and build a stronger presence in the Jewish community. We thank him for all he has done, and will continue to do, to support the JCC as it continues to grow and serve the needs of the local community.

Ron’s dedication to and tireless efforts on behalf of the Westchester Jewish Council have helped strengthen and grow an organization so important in our community. In celebrating Ron, we must also recognize the important role that the WJC plays in serving as the coordinating and resource organization to the local Jewish community.

Ron, you inspire us all through your commitment to Jewish causes. Mazel Tov on this well-deserved honor.

Warmly,

Ophira Cukierman Peter Rothschild Karen Kolodny Ophira Cukierman Peter Rothschild Karen KolodnyCo-President Co-President Executive Director


MaZel Tov to

Ron Burtonon this most deserving honor

Your outstanding dedication and commitment

to theWestchester Jewish Council

is appreciated by the entire


Btw, you would make a great politician....

Hon. Martin and Tobi Rogowsky


SANDRA R.GALEF Assemblywoman 95th District

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February 2, 2013 Dear Westchester Jewish Council, I am writing to you today to offer my sincere congratulations to Ron Burton, your president, on being honored by you at your 37th Annual Gala for taking the Council to new heights in the areas of advocacy for Israel, with federal, state, and local governmental representatives, as well as with Jewish education and social media.

Ron Burton has been devoted to the celebration of Jewish culture and heritage, as someone who went to a Jewish camp himself and participated in Jewish youth activities. He spreads his love of all things Jewish to all those with whom he comes into contact, of every faith. Ron has held leadership positions in many organizations, serving as President of the Westchester Jewish Center’s Brotherhood, and the Northern Metro March of Dimes, as well as on the board of the American Jewish Committee’s Westchester Chapter. Ron continues to serve on the Board of Directors of the Solomon Schechter School of Westchester and the JCC of Mid-Westchester. Ron’s love for his family and commitment to the Jewish home he has built is further testament to his character and the qualities you are honoring today. Even in his very little bit of spare time, he is manages to coach little league baseball and synagogue basketball.

I offer Ron Burton all the best as I am sure he will continue to lead your organization above and beyond. Sincerely, Sandra R. Galef Assemblywoman 95th A.D.


Mazel Tov to

Ron Burton, our friend, partner and inspiration

You are truly

Kol WestchesterThe voice of Westchester

We hope you continue to stand in front of the

Jewish community in Westchester and beyond.

xo,Tara and Wayne


ConGraTulaTionsTo

Ron Burton

and with great appreciation for the wonderful community building

work of theWestchester Jewish Council

Joan and Sam Ginsburg


in honor of

Ron Burton

who can make the most difficult of meetings enjoyable.

ConGraTulaTions

Betsy and Don Landis


To Ron– The GC (Great Connector) of the WJC,

Thanks for your leadership, vision and tireless efforts in building bridges for Jewish journeys throughout

Westchester County and beyond. We wish the robert Moses of Westchester Jewry

boundless joy, strength and success as you begin the next phase of construction

on your labors of love for our community.

With much love, admiration and our enduring gratitude,Ellen and Scott Baken


Hebrew Hospital Home of Westchester

Extends Their Congratulations To

Ron Burton

On his fine accomplishments on behalf of


Mary Frances Barrett Peter Sanna Chief Executive Officer Executive Director


Tel: (914) 995-2810 • Fax: (914) 995-3884 • E-mail: [email protected]

February 2, 2013

Dear Ron,

We, members of the Democratic Caucus of the Westchester County Board of Legislators, are delighted to congratulate you on the honor that you have received tonight.

During your four-year term as President of the Westchester Jewish Council, you have made many crucial and lasting contributions to this vital institution. Your ability to bring people and organizations together has forged many new and important connections for WJC, which will help our community for many years to come.

We are also pleased to commend the WJC in its 37th year, for its collaboration with faith-based organizations throughout Westchester County, on programs that promote cooperation, understanding and community. The WJC is a huge asset to Westchester County and we value its impact on our quality of life.

Although your term as President has come to a close, we know that you will continue to have an active role in making the WJC the very best it can be.

Wishing you all the best,

Hon. Peter Harckham, LD #2 Hon. Lyndon Williams, LD#13

Hon.Catherine Borgia, LD # 9 Hon. MaryJane Shimsky, LD # 12

Hon. Judy Myers, LD # 7 Hon. Alfreda Williams, LD # 8

Bill Ryan, LD # 5

Peter B. Harckham Majority Leader Legislator, 2nd District Chair, Committee on Rules

Committee Assignments: Budget & Appropriations

Environment & EnergyGovernment Reform, Efficiency & Savings

Government OperationsLegislation

Public Safety & Security


here’s to Ron Burton’s

outstanding leadership and the Westchester Jewish Council’s continued success.

Best Wishes, Ellen Cutler Levy and David Levy



Terry and Russ Bernard


RON

For all your tireless efforts on behalf of the Jewish Community

Kol HaKovod

As the Talmud states:

“Who is occupied with the needs of the community is as though they occupy themselves withTorah”

Chazak, Chazak V'nitchazek

Michael Karnes and Jane Rubin


Mazel Tov

Ron!

Rosele & Dan Frishwasser

Mazel Tov to

Ron Burton for this well-deserved honor and for all the wonderful

things you do for the Jewish community. Kol ha Kavod!

Beth and Gabe Nechamkin


We salute theWestchester Jewish Council

for the important work it does on behalf of our community. ConGraTulaTions

to Ron Burton

Emily and Eugene Grant

Ron,Congratulations

on the well deserved honor!

Hope and Simon Ziff


CONGRATULATIONS

RON.WE ARE GRATEFUL TO YOU

FOR YOUR DEDICATION AND COMMITMENTAND

FOR YOUR LEADERSHIP IN OUR COMMUNITY.

MARVIN ISRAELOW AND DORIAN GOLDMAN

MaZal Tov to

Ron - with appreciation for

your commitment and leadership

Linda Mirels


Mazel Tov Ron Burton:

Community leader, selfless friend, tireless giver,

and the coolest Dad in school. Thank you for all that you do!

Beth, Aviva, Denise and the rest of the extended

Hurvitz Family.

Ron Ha’Yakar-There are very few people in the universe like you.

somehow you know everyone, connect people to new friends and colleagues, all the while, making each of

us feel especially thought of by you. Your generosity is expressed in your wonderful smile

and constant consideration. Your love of the Jewish people is deep and has

textured your leadership of the council. Thank you for your tireless efforts and ahavat yisrael.

in admiration and Friendship,

David Schuck and Tali Aldouby-Schuck

Mazel Tov

Ron

from the Camp Audrey Amer

Family

Mazel TovRon Burton

For your dedication, inspiration and leadership

special thanks toBill schrag, Debra abrahams Weiner and the Westchester Jewish Council

For all you do on Behalf of the Westchester Jewish community.

Janet and Warren Newcorn


MaZel Tov To MY heMishe FrienD

Ron Burton

WiTh love, David Schechtman,

eastern Consolidated

To the Master shmoozer, Connector and all around Mentsch - Kol hakavod

for all you do!! Mazal Tov to Ron

and the WJC!

Mark & Marjorie SeidenfeldSusan & Dan Groner

Jill & Sy Gruza

MaZal Tov Ron!

You’ve touched many hearts with your tireless

and incredible work on behalf of WJC.

We love you,

Gila & Richie

MaZel Tov and

WarM Wishes to

JoCelYn anD ron

Bev Cannold


Congratulates our esteemed hard hitting,

scrappy fielding, always hustling teammate

on his extraordinary leadership and friendship.

Your softball teammatesON THE ROCKS

We salute

Ron Burton,our Great Friend,

sometime runner/roller blader, always enthusiastic Cheerleader.

– Running Friends of Ronnie

Congratulations to our friendRon Burton

Thank you for all that you dofor WJC

and the Jewish community. Yasher Koach

From all of your friends at AJC Westchester

ConGraTulaTions,

Ron, on your

well-deserved honor!

all the best,Dayna and Brian Cohen


Congratulations

Ron

John and Marjorie Lewin

Ron, Congratulations on this well

deserved honor for all the great work that you do, and the simcha and ahavat Yisrael

that you do it with! Your friends at the Jre, Rabbi Yossi and ElishEva oRatz Rabbi MoshE and EstER bEckER

Rabbi avi and shana hoffMan

Rabbi tzvi and MiRiaM sYtnER

Ron,Thanks for all that you do

for the Westchester Jewish community.

We are so happy to be celebrating with you.

love, Feilbogen Family

Thanks to

Ron Burton and


For all the important work you do on behalf of our community.

Rika and Mark Reisman


“happy is he who performs a good deed: for he may tip the scales for himself and the world.”

-talmud

Ron

Congratulations on a most deserving honor.

Deborah and David Glasser


Ron,

Thank you for your commitment to the Westchester Jewish community.

Ruth and Louis Brause




Phyllis and Andrew Herz

Congratulations to the

Westchester Jewish Council for outstanding leadership in

the Jewish Community .

Lee Lowell

Thank you to the Westchester Jewish Council

for strengthening and uniting the

Community

Laurie and Randy Pearlman

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Serving the not-for-profit community including the WestchesterJewish Council and its members

James J. Landy Lynn Bagliebter Chairman First Senior Vice President








Est. 1986 in NYC

“New York’s Favorite Pizza”

The Kolaj family, And the entire Famous Famiglia Organization,

Congratulates Ron Burton

On this well-deserved honor. And we commend The

Westchester Jewish Council Team on all of the

Important work that They do every day.


February 2, 2013

Dear Friends:

We congratulate Ron Burton on his honor at the Westchester Jewish Council 37th Anniversary Gala. Ron is a truly inspiring Jewish communal leader who has been an irreplaceable partner for The Jewish Education Project (formerly BJENY-SAJES) in Westchester. Ron’s enthusiasm, care and sincerity have helped us build relationships across the Westchester community.

Working together with Executive Director Elliot Forchheimer, Ron’s dedication and hard work have enabled the Westchester Jewish Council to stand as a central resource for Jewish activities in Westchester County.

Ron’s leadership has contributed to The Jewish Education Project’s ability to spark and spread innovations that expand the reach and increase the impact of Jewish education for children, teens and families. We are especially proud to be launching innovative Jewish education options for teens in Westchester through our exciting Westchester Jewish Teen Learning Initiative.

We join you in saluting Ron on his well deserved honor, and we congratulate the Westchester Jewish Council on all that they have accomplished.

Sincerely,

Dorothy Tananbaum Robert Sherman President Chief Executive Officer

Deborah Friedman Sarene Shanus Executive Vice President Chair, Westchester Regional Committee



February 2, 2013

Dear Ron, On behalf of the Board of Directors of Jewish National Fund please accept my personal congratulations on your well-deserved honor at the Westchester Jewish Council’s 37th Anniversary Gala. Your leadership is unmatched in the community and your dedication to Israel and the Jewish people is unparalleled. We feel privileged at JNF to be your partner. The ever-growing collaboration between Jewish National Fund and the Westchester Jewish Council is something we value tremendously, and your friendship means a lot to me. On this special occasion, as you gather at the WJC 37th Anniversary Gala, we join all those in attendance in applauding your numerous accomplishments. Your leadership and commitment have strengthened the connection between American Jews and Israel and kept the spirit and values of Zionism alive. With warmest regards and best wishes for an enjoyable evening.

Sincerely,

Russell F. Robinson Chief Executive Officer

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February 2, 2013 I am delighted to salute the Westchester Jewish Council on its 37th Anniversary. The WJC continues to fulfill its mission as an outstanding resource for Westchester’s Jewish community, representing over 140 organizations. The WJC has made a wonderful choice in honoring Ron Burton, its 11th president. During his tenure he increased the organization’s Israel advocacy, improved its government relations, and its presence on social media – to mention just a few areas where Ron has had an impact. Ron is indefatigable in his support of Jewish causes and the Jewish community. He has served on the Board of Directors of the American Jewish Committee’s Westchester Chapter, as the president of the WJC’s Brotherhood and the Northern Metro March of Dimes. Ron helped to create UJA-Federation’s New Rochelle’s Family Campaign and AIPAC’s Westchester Leadership for Tomorrow initiative. Ron is currently on the board of directors of the Solomon Schechter School of Westchester, where his children Benjamin, Madeline and Zachary attend. He is also on the board of the JCC of Mid-Westchester. A devoted family man, Ron makes his home with his wife Jocelyn in New Rochelle. We all gain when individuals like Ron give of their time, talent and energy for the benefit of the community. I am delighted to recognize Ron Burton on the occasion of the WJC’s 37th Anniversary for his tireless efforts and I am happy to count him as a friend. Sincerely, Amy R. Paulin Member of Assembly


Additional Support Provided By

Mona AbramsonHarold Aspis

Sue and John BaerAndrew BenerofeFroma Benerofe

Rabbi Lester BronsteinTheodore Brown

Naomi BrunnlehrmanRoger Challop

Fred ClaarLouise Cohen

Cantor Erik ContziusKaren Hertz Everett

Donald FleishakerStephanie Garry

Barbara HorowitzJoni Jablansky

Mitchell KaphanHarriet KaplowMichael KarnesStuart Kolbert

Liz LandauBetsy LandisFrank Linde

Abigail MandelRussell Mannis

“Who is wise? One who learns from every person. Who is strong? One who subdues one’s evil inclination. Who is rich? One who is happy with one’s lot.

Who is to be honored? One who honors others. ~Pirket Avot

A special thanks from the Westchester Jewish Council to our past

Julian Y. Bernstein Distinguished Service Award Recipients for their continued support and generosity in making this year’s Gala a huge success!

Mona and David AbramsonJill and Steven Abusch

Debra and Edward AckermanMarilyn and Greg Adler

victoria and Daniel AlcottLiat and Daniel Altman

Jordanna Birnbaum AmselMarilyn and Ron Arsham

Stephen BaerKatherine Beitner

Jane and Steve BerkowitzDaniel Bernstein

Clare and Richard BlaserRobin and Cliff Bond

Cantor Benjie Schiller and Rabbi Lester Bronsteinvivian and Theodor Brown

Naomi and Steve BrunnlehrmanBarry Carron

Roger and Louise ChallopTammy and Evan Cohen

Rachel and Andrew CollensCaroline and Steve Cony

Carol an Herb CorbinCarole Daman

Fany and Salomon DubiWendy and Brandon Dunn

David EdellSteven and Susan Ellenberg

Marci and Marc EsrigStephanie and Andrew Falk

Ella and Russell FayerSunny and Maier Fein

David FiresteinKaren and Howie Firestone

vicki and Nate FisherElise and Noel Flagg

Jennifer and Jonathan FranklinAllison and Ben Friedland

Cantor Morris GlazmanMartin Gluck

Leslie and Paul GoldbergCantor Margot Goldberg

Rachel and Michael GoldmanKaren and Jonathan Goldstick

Caroline and Michael GottschalkSandy and Jack Gruenberg

Karen and Phillip HymowitzJudy and Rabbi Steven Kane

John KelleyRuth and Richard KirschRandi and Richard Klee

Laura and David KleinhandlerRabbi Susan Mitrani Knapp and Fred Knapp

Cantor Hayley and Ben KobilinskyNadine Kochavi

Rita and Roy KrasikJeffrey and Jennifer Lavine

Fran and Mark LernerLorri and Richard LevineElaine and Martin LevitinSusan and Barry Lewen

Gloria and William LewitAbigail Mandel

Betty Berenson and David MenashiBonnie Mendel

John MorrisBonnie and David Nanus

Rebecca NeuwirthElaine and David NirenbergShoshana and David Noble

Elana and Shay oronLisa and Rob Patchen

Honorable Amy PaulinSheryl and Sam Pearlstein

David and Rona PicketCheryl and Lloyd Pine

Kay and Rabbi Moshe PomerantzStacey Popovsky

Geralynn and David ReiferTamar RemzElliot Rose

Phyllis and Elliot RosenRenana and Robert Rosenbloom

Dana RottmanLori and Jonathan RubinNaomi and Alan Schiller

Carolyn SchrierDiana Schutt

Miriam and Bertram SchwarzSimone and Mark SemerLouise and Jay Silverman

Skyview LiquorErica and Cantor Alan Sokoloff

Judy and Jack SternMissy Stein

Jillian and Jeremy TemkinSandy Laskin and Lewis Trencher

Julie and Richard TroyBetty and Mitchell TroyetskyJoyce and Michael Wechsler

Donna and Michael WeissmanLynda and Michael Wirth

Rabbi Amiel WohlRenee and Ivor Wolk

Harriet ZellerSarah Becker and Robert Zimmerman

Cookie MarkhoffSusan Pecker

Geralynn ReiferNeil Rimsky

Tobi RogowskyHarriet SchleiferBertram Schwarz

Stanton SelbstSaul Singer

Harriet SuvallIlissa Warhit

Herbert WeinerHarriet Zeller

Documents

Westchester Jewish Council 37th Anniversary Gala Journal