LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Meet Me in Marlborough upon the occa-
sion of hosting its 5th Annual Farmer's Salute Dinner on May 18, 2011

WHEREAS, It is the sense 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, The agricultural industry is part of the foundation upon
which our distinct American Heritage is built; and
WHEREAS, New York State and the entire United States are dependent on
our agricultural industry for a variety of food products; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Meet Me in Marlborough upon the occasion of hosting its 5th Annual Farm-
er's Salute Dinner; this auspicious occasion will be celebrated on
Wednesday, May 18, 2011, at The Ship Lantern Inn in Milton, New York;
and
WHEREAS, Meet Me in Marlborough is a group of Milton and Marlborough,
New York, farmers and business people united to promote local agricul-
ture and tourism to a regional market; its goal is to sustain its agri-
cultural heritage and farming landscape while promoting economic growth
and stability through agri-tourism; and
WHEREAS, First settled in 1694, Marlborough's long and rich rural
tradition can be seen in many small farms that developed in this area,
as the rolling hills protected orchards from spring frosts, and the
Hudson River provided easy transportation of fresh produce; after the
advent of steam power in the mid eighteen hundreds, local farms were
able to "overnight" produce directly to markets in New York City; waves
of settlers came to Marlborough to farm, and its heritage includes a
diverse blend of nationalities and cultures; and
WHEREAS, On Wednesday, May 18, 2011, Meet Me in Marlborough is hosting
its 5th Annual Farmer's Salute Dinner in memory of Maria Conte-Mikkelsen
of Willow Tree Farms and Joseph Caradonna of Caradonna Farms; and
WHEREAS, The distinguished honorees designated for special recognition
on the occasion of Meet Me in Marlborough's 5th Annual Farmer's Salute
Dinner are Charles Weed, Sr., Joseph Porpiglia, Sr. and John Nicklin;
and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend the
efforts of our farmers as they continue their hard work of cultivating
the land, facing the many challenges of nature such as flood, drought
and heat, in order to grow our food; and
WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents an opportunity for this
Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to Meet Me in Marlborough
and to distinguished honorees, Charles Weed, Sr., Joseph Porpiglia, Sr.
and John Nicklin; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when organiza-
tions and individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought
to our attention, they 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
commend Meet Me in Marlborough upon the occasion of hosting its 5th
Annual Farmer's Salute Dinner; and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Meet Me in Marlborough and to Charles Weed, Sr., Joseph
Porpiglia, Sr. and John Nicklin.