LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending the Fulton Polish Home upon the occa-
sion of celebrating its 100th Anniversary on May 14, 2011

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body, in keeping with its
time-honored traditions, to recognize and pay tribute to those organiza-
tions which foster ethnic pride and enhance the profile of cultural
diversity which strengthens the fabric of the communities of New York
State; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
the Fulton Polish Home upon the occasion of celebrating its 100th Anni-
versary on May 14, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Festivities to mark this auspicious occasion will include
live music from the Polka Band Jasiu Klocek and the Salt City Brass,
Polish food provided by Josie's Pierogies of Fulton, a Polka Dance, and
a special performance by the band SMOKIN will take place in the evening;
and
WHEREAS, In November 1910, the Polish Educational Society, which later
became known as the Polish Home, was organized; the initial meeting was
held at the Paul Kowalski Hall and Louis Romas was its first Presiding
Officer; the 73 founding members present at its first meeting acclaimed
the reason for the organization of this fraternal group was to strive
for outstanding Americanism; and
WHEREAS, In 1911 the club was incorporated, which resulted in the
receipt of a New York State membership charter; nine years later, the
building on West Broadway was purchased and has been home to the Fulton
Polish Home ever since; and
WHEREAS, The Fulton Polish Home is continually giving back to the
community it loves so much, including the donation of two annual schol-
arships to college bound members; and
WHEREAS, This occasion presents an opportunity for this Legislative
Body to recognize and pay tribute to the close relationship between the
members of the Fulton Polish Home and the citizens of its community; and
WHEREAS, Organizations of singular distinction such as the Fulton
Polish Home provide a model for enhancing the quality of life in the
community and, as such, merit the grateful praise of the community of
the State of New York; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
those organizations of true purpose and worthy accomplishment which
foster a spirit of community and service and, simultaneously, work dili-
gently to preserve their rich cultural heritage; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend the Fulton Polish Home upon the occasion of celebrating its
100th Anniversary on May 14, 2011; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Fulton Polish Home, Fulton, New York.