LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the celebration of the 45th Anni-
versary of the Aquarium of Niagara on Saturday, June 12, 2010

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that the quality of
life of the citizens of the State of New York is greatly enriched by its
exceptional cultural, educational and recreational facilities; 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 celebration of the 45th Anniversary of the Aquarium of Niagara
on Saturday, June 12, 2010; and
WHEREAS, Originally called The Aquarium of Niagara Falls, the living
museum opened June 12, 1965; it is dedicated to broadening the public's
awareness of aquatic ecosystems through innovative and stimulating
exhibits, displays, and educational and recreational programs that
promote conservation and support research; and
WHEREAS, Conservation is an essential part of the Aquarium of
Niagara's mission; its conservation programs include the captive propa-
gation and management of endangered species such as the Peruvian
Penguin, the rehabilitation and release of endangered sea turtles and
displays depicting the perils faced by many of the world's ecosystems;
and
WHEREAS, Furthermore, the Aquarium of Niagara works diligently to make
the public aware of the essential role they must play in the protection
of threatened species and habitat preservation; and
WHEREAS, The Aquarium of Niagara fulfills its mission through a
diverse collection of live and interpretive displays, interactive exhib-
its, and informal animal demonstrations; graphic presentations which
accompany each exhibit are designed to provide the message of the theme
of that exhibit; and
WHEREAS, The Niagara Aquarium Foundation is committed to carrying on
the institution's tradition of education, research, and wildlife conser-
vation; and
WHEREAS, Today, the Aquarium of Niagara is Western New York's center
for aquatic education; it is open to the public 363 days of the year and
continues to be a vibrant mechanism for connecting New Yorkers of all
ages to the magic of the water/sea world as a place for great wonder and
learning; and
WHEREAS, The people of Western New York and beyond have enjoyed the
Aquarium of Niagara for 45 years; it is the destination appreciated by
residents and visitors alike and is a well-deserved source of pride;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the celebration of the 45th Anniversary of the Aquarium of
Niagara on Saturday, June 12, 2010, and to commend all those, past and
present, who have worked on its behalf and helped to make it the success
and popular, welcoming destination it is today; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Aquarium of Niagara.