J4083-2011 Actions
- Apr 26, 2012: ADOPTED
- Apr 26, 2012: REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
- Apr 19, 2012: REFERRED TO FINANCE
J4083-2011 Text
LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring the Women's Club of Rosendale upon the occasion of its 80th Anniversary WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend those illustrious organizations within the State of New York whose focus and intent have made a substantial impact on the quality of life in their communities; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor the Women's Club of Rosendale, New York upon the occasion of its 80th Anni versary; and WHEREAS, The Women's Club of Rosendale will proudly celebrate this auspicious occasion with a dinner to be held at the Rosendale Community Center on Thursday, May 10, 2012; and WHEREAS, The Women's Club of Rosendale meets on the second Thursday of each month; its meetings open with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a discussion of new and old business and a guest speaker, and conclude with thoughts about new and exciting ways to serve their Ulster County town; and WHEREAS, The success of the Women's Club of Rosendale is in direct correlation to the efforts of its members, past and present, whose 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 organization and the Rosen dale, New York community it serves; and WHEREAS, Since 1932, when the Women's Club of Rosendale was estab lished, its members have striven to support and enrich their community; its many programs and worthy endeavors include a Loan Closet which provides, free of charge, wheelchairs, walkers and other equipment to anyone in need, sponsorship of an annual scholarship for a graduating senior from the Rosendale community, Hudson Valley Blood Drives, and a town-wide clean sweep program, sprucing up the gardens and grounds; and WHEREAS, The Women's Club of Rosendale, in honor of its longtime promotion of literacy, collects magazines, books, and other reading materials and donates them to various area nursing homes, correctional facilities, and rehabilitation centers; it also continuously collects for its Food Pantry, sends packages to those serving in the military and participates in the town-wide beautification program; and WHEREAS, During the holiday season, Women's Club of Rosendale members, in addition, also prepare and deliver food baskets to less fortunate members of the community and contribute their time and talent preparing food for the Chefs Dinner, a free community-based holiday dinner held annually on December 25th, Christmas Day; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when organiza tions of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of the great State of New York; and WHEREAS, In light of its commitment, dedication, and successful efforts, it is the sense of this Legislative Body to extend its highest commendation to the Women's Club of Rosendale; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor the Women's Club of Rosendale upon the occasion of its 80th Anni versary, fully confident that it will continue to enjoy the success which has so characterized its past and that it and its members will continue to be involved and valued members of the Rosendale, New York community; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran smitted to the Women's Club of Rosendale.

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