LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Valley Cottage Library upon the occasion
of celebrating its 50th Anniversary on March 28, 2009

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that the quality of
life of the citizens of the State of New York is greatly enriched by its
exceptional cultural, educational and recreational institutions; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor the
Valley Cottage Library upon the occasion of celebrating its 50th Anni-
versary; and
WHEREAS, On Saturday, March 28, 2009, Valley Cottage Library is kick-
ing off its year-long celebration with a family and community centered
program; the day's activities will feature musical entertainment by its
own trustee, singer and songwriter, Michael Mark, with a special guest
appearance by Tom Chapin, as well as a performance of the Nyack High
School Chorus; in addition, some of the library's youngest cardholders
will be performing an original tribute to the library; and
WHEREAS, Since its inception in 1909, Valley Cottage Library has
provided the public with free access to knowledge while fostering life-
long learning; today, it provides books as well as other collections,
technology services, and numerous programs to fulfill the informational,
educational, and recreational needs of the greater Valley Cottage commu-
nity; and
WHEREAS, The continued success enjoyed by Valley Cottage Library
throughout its distinguished history is in direct correlation to the
efforts of the many individuals and volunteers who have supported the
development of the library over the years; and
WHEREAS, Equally commendable is Valley Cottage Library's superbly-
skilled staff, whose involvement is and has always been characterized by
an impressive commitment, an unbridled enthusiasm, and an uncompromising
standard of excellence in all of their efforts on behalf of the library
and the population it serves; and
WHEREAS, Steeped in a proud and distinguished history, Valley Cottage
Library may take just pride in its purposeful growth, as it looks
forward to continuing to serve the educational, cultural and intellectu-
al needs of the community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Valley Cottage Library upon the occasion of celebrating its 50th
Anniversary; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Valley Cottage Library.