LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Jane Cook upon the occasion of her
designation as the Outstanding Senior Citizen of the Year by the Seneca
County Senior Center

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend the senior
citizens of the Empire State who, as they reach the fullness of years,
continue to be active and vital participants in the life of their commu-
nity; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Jane
Cook upon the occasion of her designation as the Outstanding Senior
Citizen of the Year by the Seneca County Senior Center, to be celebrated
on Friday, May 14, 2010; and
WHEREAS, A resident of Seneca Falls, Jane Cook has spent over 65 years
in various community activities and volunteer positions; her life has
revolved around family, church, sports, music and friendships; and
WHEREAS, Having lived on Lower Lake Road since she was eight-years-
old, Jane Cook graduated from Mynderse Academy; after high school, she
married her late husband; and
WHEREAS, Active at Trinity Episcopal Church, Jane Cook has been sing-
ing in the choir for over 50 years; she has served on the Vestry, played
in the Bell Choir, served as the Episcopal Church's Women's Secretary,
and has taught Sunday School; and
WHEREAS, A longtime member of a sing along group that entertains week-
ly at local nursing homes, Jane Cook not only sings with the group, but
she also spends time visiting and communing with the residents; and
WHEREAS, Recently retired from serving as president of the Red Jacket
Fire Department Auxiliary, founder Jane Cook has spent over 50 years as
an officer and volunteer; she has been a strong advocate of the firemen
with fundraisers, bake sales and overall support; and
WHEREAS, Over the years, Jane Cook has also served as a Girl Scout
Leader, Kiwanis member, hospital volunteer, friend, neighbor, and
mentor; she is a true asset to society; and
WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her two sons, her two grand-
daughters, as well as her six great-grandchildren, all of whom feel
privileged to be a part of her life and rejoice in her achievements; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive warmth and devotion to her
community and its citizens which she has displayed throughout her life;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Jane Cook upon the occasion of her designation as the Outstanding
Senior Citizen of the Year by the Seneca County Senior Center; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Jane Cook.