LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 40th Anniversary of Time for
Tots Nursery School and the retirement of owner and teacher, Gail Evans

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 commem-
orate the 40th Anniversary of Time for Tots Nursery School and the
retirement of owner and teacher, Gail Evans; this auspicious occasion
will be celebrated at the Time for Tots final graduation, to be held on
Wednesday, June 16, 2010, in the auditorium at Rome Free Academy in
Rome, New York; and
WHEREAS, The Time for Tots Nursery School in Rome, New York, was
purchased by Gail Evans in 1970; and
WHEREAS, Gail Evans graduated with a Bachelor's degree in teaching
from SUNY Cortland and taught for one year in Camillus, New York, and
two years at Ridge Mills Elementary School prior to taking over Time for
Tots; and
WHEREAS, Under the outstanding administration of Gail Evans, the Time
for Tots Nursery School has grown from a traditional nursery school to a
universal pre-K program working with the Rome City School District; and
WHEREAS, After 40 years, more than 1,200 children have been educated
at the Time for Tots Nursery School; and
WHEREAS, For Gail Evans, the operation of Time for Tots has been a joy
from day one; the most rewarding part of her career was observing the
children learn and seeing the light in their eyes; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of her professional and communi-
ty service, a period of constructive involvement, Gail Evans has stood
constant in dignity, good grace and humor, and earned the respect and
admiration of her colleagues, family and friends; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Gail Evans displayed throughout her
life; and
WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents a unique opportunity for
this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to the Time for Tots
Nursery School and owner and teacher, Gail Evans; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when organiza-
tions and individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments 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
commemorate the 40th Anniversary of Time for Tots Nursery School and the
retirement of owner and teacher, Gail Evans; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Gail Evans, Time for Tots Nursery School, 717 West Thomas
Street, Rome, New York 13440.