LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Marshall & Sterling Insurance upon the
occasion of its designation for special honor by the Children's Home of
Poughkeepsie on October 1, 2009

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the
quality and character of life in the communities across New York State
are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those organiza-
tions and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the
community and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Marshall & Sterling Insurance upon the occasion of its designation for
special honor by the Children's Home of Poughkeepsie at its Second Annu-
al Margaret Garrison Race Awards Reception on October 1, 2009, at the
Dutchess Golf and Country Club; and
WHEREAS, Founded in 1864, Marshall & Sterling Insurance is among the
largest privately-owned insurance agencies in the United States, with
total written premiums in excess of $320 million; and
WHEREAS, An employee-owned company with more than 325 insurance
specialists, Marshall & Sterling Insurance has been recognized by IIABA
as one of the top Best Practice Agencies in the Nation; and
WHEREAS, With 16 branch offices throughout New York State, including
eight offices in the Hudson Valley, Marshall & Sterling Insurance
provides affordable auto, home, life, health and business insurance
coverage; and
WHEREAS, As one of the largest independent insurance agencies in the
nation, Marshall & Sterling Insurance has the industry expertise, atten-
tive care and support each customer deserves; and
WHEREAS, For over 70 years, Marshall & Sterling Insurance has had a
business relationship with the Children's Home of Poughkeepsie; its
employees have provided gifts for the children every December, partic-
ipated in cookie contests and shared the results with the residents; 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, This Legislative Body is pleased to have this opportunity to
express its highest admiration for Marshall & Sterling, fully confident
that it will continue to enjoy the sparkling success which has so char-
acterized its past; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Marshall & Sterling Insurance upon the occasion of its desig-
nation for special honor by the Children's Home of Poughkeepsie on Octo-
ber 1, 2009; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Marshall & Sterling Insurance.