LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Frances Fuggle upon the occasion
of celebrating her 100th Birthday

WHEREAS, Senior citizens bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to
the increasingly active roles they play in today's society; their past
contributions and future participation are a vital part of, and valuable
asset to, the fabric of community life and activity; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late Frances Fuggle upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday;
and
WHEREAS, A longtime Cazenovia resident, Frances Fuggle has been called
upon to contribute her time and talents to countless civic and charita-
ble endeavors and has always given of herself unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, Frances Fuggle served on the Board of the Madison County
Cooperative Extension and was a substitute teacher in the Cazenovia
schools; she was also the first female member of the Town of Cazenovia
Planning Board and served in this capacity during her 70s and 80s; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Frances Fuggle was a volunteer librarian at the
New Woodstock Public Library, where there is a room named in her honor;
and
WHEREAS, An avid reader, Frances Fuggle has read nearly 5,000 books
and continues to keep a daily journal; she is also a Syracuse basketball
fan and tries to watch all of their televised games; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with her zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; and
WHEREAS, Frances Fuggle has experienced the incredible joys and
sorrows characteristic of and reserved for those with the stamina and
courage to savor a full life; and
WHEREAS, This beloved lady has enriched the lives of those around her
through her joyous and sincere love for others and through the quiescent
charm and wisdom which comes only from a fullness of years; and
WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to publicly recog-
nize those who have reached such a remarkable age and who have witnessed
and celebrated the innovations, cultural developments and awesome
achievements of this country during the last century, while themselves
contributing to the growth and excellence of this great Empire State;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Frances Fuggle upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th
Birthday; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Frances Fuggle.