LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Sheila Mannese upon the occasion of
her designation for special recognition after many years of dedicated
service to the community of Marlborough, New York

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 individ-
uals who devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its citi-
zenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Sheila Mannese upon the occasion of her designation for special recogni-
tion after many years of dedicated service to the community of Marlbor-
ough, New York; and
WHEREAS, A woman of singular distinction, Sheila Mannese has contin-
ually demonstrated extreme competence, extraordinary intelligence, and
diligent leadership in her unwavering service to her community; and
WHEREAS, In recognition of her efforts, Sheila Mannese will be honored
at the 5th Annual Community Service Salute Dinner to be held on Sunday,
April 11, 2010, at the Rocking Horse Ranch in Highland, New York; and
WHEREAS, Sheila Mannese has worked tirelessly to sustain farmland and
promote agritourism; an exemplary leader, she has organized the Marlbor-
ough Agricultural Alliance, Meet Me in Marlborough, the Marlborough Farm
Trail, the Heart of the Hudson Valley Bounty Festival, and the Farmers'
Market; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Sheila Mannese has chaired the Open Space
Committee for the Town of Marlborough and was also active in the Green-
way Committee, the Recreation Committee and has chaired the Tourism
activities of the Economic Development Committee; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of her community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Sheila Mannese has stood constant in
dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Sheila Mannese has displayed
throughout her life; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a
long and sustained commitment to excellence certainly have earned the
recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Sheila Mannese upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition after many years of dedicated service to the community of
Marlborough, New York; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Sheila Mannese.