LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION memorializing Governor David A. Paterson to
proclaim May 2, 2009, as Shorewalkers' Great Saunter Day in the State of
New York

WHEREAS, It is important to recognize and honor those organizations
doing exemplary work; and
WHEREAS, Shorewalkers is an environmental and hiking club formed more
than 25 years ago whose goal is to increase public awareness of New York
City's waterways, and to encourage the public to walk our beautiful city
and shorelines; and
WHEREAS, Shorewalkers has been a leading advocate of environmental and
other quality-of-life projects in the New York City Metropolitan Region,
emphasizing the opening to the public of waterfront property; and
WHEREAS, The organization sponsors walks on virtually all weekends
throughout the year, including their major annual event called the Great
Saunter, a 32-mile walk around Manhattan's shoreline that draws hundreds
of walkers; and
WHEREAS, Such events are crucial to creating cohesive and active
communities, which are truly the lifeblood of both New York City and the
entire State of New York; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
memorialize Governor David A. Paterson to proclaim May 2, 2009, as
Shorewalker's Great Saunter Day in the State of New York, recognizing
and commending the important work of Shorewalkers; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Honorable David A. Paterson, Governor of the State of New
York.