LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 125th Anniversary of the Utica
Salvation Army to be celebrated on May 10, 2010

WHEREAS, It is the custom 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 125th Anniversary of the Utica Salvation Army to be celebrated
on Monday, May 10, 2010; and
WHEREAS, The auspicious occasion of the 125th Anniversary of the Utica
Salvation Army will be celebrated on Monday, May 10, 2010, at the Harts
Hill Inn, Whitesboro, New York; and
WHEREAS, The founder of the Salvation Army was a Methodist minister
named William Booth; he began by preaching to the poor of London's east-
end slums in 1865; in 1878 he changed the organization's name to "The
Salvation Army"; and
WHEREAS, The Salvation Army started its ministry in the United States
in October 1879 in New York City; and
WHEREAS, Just five years after the Army was established in the United
States, the Utica mission was founded; the first public meeting was held
in St. Patrick's Hall on the corner of State and Columbia Streets on
January 11, 1885; and
WHEREAS, The officer in charge was Captain William Evans, assisted his
father, Richard Evans, Captain and Mrs. Jimmy Jones, Lieutenant Lyons,
Lieutenant Gardineur and Lieutenant Martin Carraber; and
WHEREAS, The story of The Salvation Army's first hundred years in
Utica is a success story of people helping people; the first stout-
hearted Salvationists braved unruly crowds and even police arrest;
undeterred, their faith, determination and dedication paved the way for
The Salvation Army as it is known today; and
WHEREAS, The Salvation Army is a church as well as a social service
agency; its success in Utica is attributed to God, and the support of
the community; and
WHEREAS, Since its inception the Utica Salvation Army has continually
worked to expand its services and programs; open daily, six days a week,
including Sundays, it offers Bible Studies and worship for children and
adults under the faithful leadership of Captains Frank and Shana
Picciotto; and
WHEREAS, In addition, the Utica Salvation Army offers services based
on the needs of the community; among its services are a daily soup
kitchen and food pantry as well as several programs to help senior citi-
zens, the sick and homebound, youths, teens, men, young adults and
women; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is pleased to have this opportunity to
recognize the Utica Salvation Army for its unwavering commitment to the
citizens of Utica, New York, as it provides an uncompromising standard
of excellence in the delivery of superlative community service; 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
commemorate the 125th Anniversary of the Utica Salvation Army; and be it
further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Utica Salvation Army.