LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring the Planting Fields Arboretum State
Historic Park upon the occasion of receiving the New York State Arborist
Gold Leaf Award

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that the continuing
welfare of the citizens of the State of New York is greatly enriched and
reliably served by the purposeful endeavors of organizations/individuals
who are committed to the preservation of our natural environment and the
enhancement of the appreciation of the distinctive features of our
surroundings, and to the economic well-being of the areas in which they
exist; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor the
Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park upon the occasion of
receiving the New York State Arborist Gold Leaf Award; and
WHEREAS, Situated between Oyster Bay and Locust Valley on Long
Island's North Shore, Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park is
one of Long Island's premier public arboretums and historic sites; a
former Gold Coast estate of over four hundred acres, it is rich with
history; and
WHEREAS, In addition, current information about innovative garden
techniques and new plant selections is available; the Arboretum contains
greenhouses, gardens, woodland paths, and outstanding plant collections;
the grounds, landscaped by the Olmsted Brothers of Brookline, Massachu-
setts, are spectacularly beautiful year round; and
WHEREAS, The estate buildings include Coe Hall, the 65 room former
residence of the Coe family which has been restored as a museum bringing
the past to life; Planting Fields is an ideal location for wedding
photography and concerts, and hosts over 200 diverse events annually;
and
WHEREAS, Planting Fields is a perfect retreat for horticulturists,
history and design enthusiasts, and visitors looking for peace or state
of the art gardening solutions; and
WHEREAS, It is incumbent upon all citizens to recognize and applaud
the efforts of recreational facilities such as the Planting Fields
Arboretum State Historic Park which work tirelessly on behalf of
protecting our natural surroundings for the benefit of present and
future generations of New Yorkers; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor the Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park upon the occa-
sion of receiving the New York State Arborist Gold Leaf Award; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Vincent Simeone, Director, Planting Fields Arboretum State
Historic Park.