LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Sheriff Adrian "Butch" Anderson upon the
occasion of his designation as recipient of the Meritorious Service
Award by the Exchange Club of Southern Dutchess County

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and honor
those distinguished sheriffs and citizens who would devote themselves to
public service, demonstrating great courage and diligence in providing
for the care and welfare of the citizens of their communities and this
great Empire State; and
WHEREAS, Within every community of the State of New York there are
certain individuals who, by virtue of their commitment and dedication,
command the respect and admiration of their community for their exem-
plary contributions and service on behalf of others; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Sheriff Adrian
"Butch" Anderson upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of
the Meritorious Service Award by the Exchange Club of Southern Dutchess
County to be celebrated at its 41st Annual Awards Breakfast on Tuesday,
May 12, 2009, at the Holiday Inn, Fishkill, New York; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those dedicated
public servants who unselfishly devote their lives to the preservation
of order and the protection of others are worthy and due full praise for
their commitment and noble endeavors; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Dutchess County Sheriff Adrian "Butch" Anderson upon the occasion
of his designation as recipient of the Meritorious Service Award; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Sheriff Adrian "Butch" Anderson.