LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the
Buffalo Audubon Society

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that the continuing
welfare of the citizens of this great State and Nation is greatly
enriched by the purposeful endeavors of individuals and organizations
committed to the preservation and protection of our environment, and to
the enhancement of appreciation for the distinctive features of our
natural surroundings; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and fully in accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commem-
orate the 100th Anniversary of the Buffalo Audubon Society, to be cele-
brated at its Centennial Gala on Wednesday, May 6, 2009, at the Buffalo
Zoo; and
WHEREAS, The Buffalo Audubon Society was established in 1909 and has
provided exemplary service to the communities of Western New York, and
New York State for 100 years; it is the oldest Audubon Chapter in New
York and one of the four oldest Audubon Chapters in the United States;
and
WHEREAS, The Buffalo Audubon Society is a membership based, not-for-
profit organization serving all or part of the seven counties of Western
New York; it promotes enjoyment and appreciation of the natural world
through education and stewardship; and
WHEREAS, The Buffalo Audubon Society has been a constant and effective
voice for the protection of natural wonders and environmental quality in
Western New York; it owns and maintains six nature preserves in Western
New York totaling more than 1,000 acres, including Beaver Meadow Audubon
Center, the most active nature education center in upstate New York; and
WHEREAS, The Buffalo Audubon Society provides nature and environmental
education to as many as 35,000 children and adults each year through
classroom presentations, field trips, workshops, festivals, and excur-
sions, and has inspired a deeper appreciation of nature among hundreds
of thousands of children and adults over the last century; and
WHEREAS, The Buffalo Audubon Society's distinguished record merits the
recognition and respectful tribute of this Legislative Body; now, there-
fore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Buffalo Audubon Society; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Buffalo Audubon Society.