LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending the Rutgers Ladies Auxiliary of John-
son, New York, upon the occasion of celebrating 50 years of dedicated
service to the Rutgers Fire Company and the community

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 that are devoted 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
the Rutgers Ladies Auxiliary of Johnson, New York, upon the occasion of
celebrating 50 years of dedicated service to the Rutgers Fire Company
and the community; this auspicious occasion will be celebrated at the
organization's 68th Annual Banquet, to be held on Saturday, May 15,
2010, at Kuhl's Highland House in Middletown, New York; and
WHEREAS, Organized on February 17, 1960, the Rutgers Ladies Auxiliary
of Johnson, New York, is a volunteer organization that raises funds for
the Rutgers Fire Company to assist in maintaining the highest standard
of fire-fighting apparatus, as well as upkeep for the building and
grounds; and
WHEREAS, In fulfilling its worthy purposes, the Rutgers Ladies Auxil-
iary of Johnson, New York, holds several fund-raising events throughout
the year; these events consisted of holding the first card party to more
elaborate activities such as catering dinners, penny socials, fashion
shows, craft fairs, bake sales, raffles, New Year's Eve parties and
barbecues; and
WHEREAS, The funds raised by the Rutgers Ladies Auxiliary of Johnson,
New York, have been instrumental in the purchase of many necessary items
to maintain the highest level of emergency apparatus for the Rutgers
Fire Company, including Scott Air packs, Tel-Rad systems, and crisis
gear, as well as for the purchase of non-emergency materials such as
kitchen equipment, dishes and silverware, catering tools, tables,
chairs, a dishwasher, curtains, a new kitchen, hardware, and paint for
the interior and exterior of the firehouse; and
WHEREAS, In addition, since 1966, the Rutgers Ladies Auxiliary of
Johnson, New York, has sponsored a Minisink Valley High School graduat-
ing senior with a college scholarship; and
WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents a unique opportunity for
this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to the Rutgers Ladies
Auxiliary of Johnson, New York; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when an organ-
ization of such noble aims and accomplishments is brought to our atten-
tion, it should be recognized and applauded by all the citizens of this
great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend the Rutgers Ladies Auxiliary of Johnson, New York, upon the
occasion of celebrating 50 years of dedicated service to the Rutgers
Fire Company and the community; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Rutgers Ladies Auxiliary of Johnson, New York.