LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Bridgehampton National Bank upon
the occasion of celebrating its 100th Anniversary in 2010

WHEREAS, Organizations which serve the economic well-being and interests
of the people of this great Empire State merit the commendation of this
Legislative Body; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late Bridgehampton National Bank upon the occasion of celebrating its
100th Anniversary in 2010; and
WHEREAS, Founded on February 19, 1910, the Bridgehampton National
Bank's history is one of supporting the businesses and institutions
which make up the unique towns and villages of Eastern Long Island; and
WHEREAS, A truly local bank, Bridgehampton National Bank has always
taken the role of a community bank seriously; its outreach to the great-
er community of non-profit organizations which assist the needy, protect
the environment, embrace the arts and foster education, is integral to
its corporate culture and responsibility; and
WHEREAS, It is not enough that Bridgehampton National Bank simply
offer funds and grants, its trademark is that it is a bank which gives
of the utmost time and energy to its community and customers; and
WHEREAS, Through the years, Bridgehampton National Bank has received
recognition from various community groups for its leadership, those
organizations include: The Retreat, The Children's Museum of the East
End, Southampton Youth Services, Peconic Land Trust, Alternatives, The
American Cancer Society, South Fork Breast Health Coalition, the NAACP,
to name a few; and
WHEREAS, On Saturday, June 5, 2010, Bridgehampton National Bank will
celebrate its 100th Anniversary on the grounds of the Bridgehampton
Historical Society; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when organiza-
tions of such noble aims and accomplishments which have made significant
contributions to the economic success and quality of life in communities
throughout the State of New York are brought to our attention, they
should be recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire State;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Bridgehampton National Bank upon the occasion of celebrat-
ing its 100th Anniversary in 2010; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Kevin M. O'Connor, President and Chief Executive Officer of
Bridgehampton National Bank.