State Capitol, Albany, New York, March 17, 2006 -- State Senator Owen H. Johnson (4th Senate District, Babylon), Chairman of the Finance Committee, recently presented resolutions to American Red Cross volunteers for their efforts in aiding Hurricane Katrina victimsin the American Red Cross Museum Room, which is located at the Nathaniel Conklin House in Babylon Village.

"I am proud of the volunteers that give of their time and service to help others out in time of need," said Senator Johnson. "It is an honor to pay tribute to the American Red Cross Suffolk County Chapter for it’s ongoing leadership and involvement in response to disasters."