LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring the Ossining Women's Club upon the occa-
sion of its 90th Anniversary

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend those
illustrious organizations within the State of New York whose focus and
intent have made a substantial impact on the quality of life in their
communities; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor the
Ossining Women's Club upon the occasion of its 90th Anniversary; and
WHEREAS, Organized in 1919, the Ossining Women's Club emerged from a
Red Cross Group which was active during World War I; when the group
disbanded, the women wanted to stay together and continue to do civic
works and social activities in the region; and
WHEREAS, Two years after its inception, the Ossining Women's Club was
able to raise enough money to purchase The Manse, a former Presbyterian
Rectory that has 10 rooms that currently provide affordable housing to
women; and
WHEREAS, Initially, the Ossining Women's Club brought better quality
films to play in the local theater, founded the Ossining Children's
Center and started recreation programs and established community play-
grounds, which are currently being run by the Village; and
WHEREAS, Over the last 40 years, the members of the Ossining Women's
Club have continued volunteering at the Ossining Children's Center, and
decorated hospitals in the area during the holidays, working the gift
shop at the Bethel Nursing Home and helping with the Ossining Historical
Society and the Episcopal Church; and
WHEREAS, The success of the Ossining Women's Club is in direct corre-
lation to the efforts of its members, whose involvement is, and always
has been, characterized by an impressive commitment, an unbridled enthu-
siasm, and an uncompromising standard of excellence in all endeavors on
behalf of the organization and the population it serves; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when organiza-
tions of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
the great State of New York; and
WHEREAS, In light of its commitment, dedication, and successful
efforts, it is the sense of this Legislative Body to extend its highest
commendation to the Ossining Women's Club; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor the Ossining Women's Club upon the occasion of its 90th Anniver-
sary, fully confident that it will continue to enjoy the sparkling
success which has so characterized its past; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Ossining Women's Club.