Assembly Resolution No. 755

BY: M. of A. Peoples-Stokes

commemorating the 200th Anniversary of Frederick
Law Olmsted's Birthday on Tuesday, April 26, 2022

WHEREAS, From time to time we take note of certain individuals whom
we wish to recognize for their valued contributions and to publicly
acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the basic humanity among
us all; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate the
200th Anniversary of Frederick Law Olmsted's Birthday on Tuesday, April
26, 2022; and

WHEREAS, Frederick Law Olmsted was an author, journalist, public
official, city planner, and creative genius who truly transformed the
American landscape; he will long be remembered as the founder and
premier landscape architect in the United States during the 19th
Century; and

WHEREAS, Frederick Law Olmsted's philosophy and designs influenced
the development of beautiful and functional landscapes, including parks
and parkways, college campuses, planned communities, estates,
cemeteries, recreation areas, and specialized landscapes for arboreta;
and

WHEREAS, This trailblazer truly believed landscape designs should
promote community, advance democracy, provide recreational opportunities
in urban environments, nurture and invigorate public health, and
encourage the development of livable communities; and

WHEREAS, In 1865, Frederick Law Olmsted was one of the first
individuals to promote the idea of national parks in his Yosemite
Report; and

WHEREAS, Frederick Law Olmsted inspired the development of large
parks and park systems for public benefit in many urban areas; today,
his landscape designs continue to contribute to the quality of life and
play a vital role in the enrichment of the City of Buffalo's park
system, as well as hundreds of communities across the United States; and

WHEREAS, Through Frederick Law Olmsted's vision, dedication and
tireless efforts, his associates, sons, and successor firms continued
his work philosophy and designs well into the 20th Century, leaving a
tremendous legacy of historic landscapes which continue to benefit the
citizens of this great Nation and visitors from all over the world; and

WHEREAS, The Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy will be celebrating
the legacy of Frederick Law Olmsted during the week of April 22, 2022,
in conjunction with the observance of National Olmsted 200; and

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and
sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their

profession, certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all
the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 200th Anniversary of Frederick Law Olmsted's Birthday on
April 26, 2022; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to The Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy.