LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 30th Anniversary of Better
Housing for Tompkins County, Inc. on June 15, 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 who would devote themselves to the welfare of the
community and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commem-
orate the 30th Anniversary of Better Housing for Tompkins County, Inc.,
to be celebrated at La Tourelle Resort & Spa in Ithaca, New York, on
June 15, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Through partnerships with other agencies, local government,
and state and federal funding sources, Better Housing for Tompkins Coun-
ty has worked to develop and improve housing opportunities for low and
moderate income individuals, families, older people and the disabled in
rural Tompkins County since its inception in 1981; and
WHEREAS, The mission of Better Housing for Tompkins County, Inc., is
to increase sustainable, secure and affordable housing options for rural
residents though construction, education and advocacy; and
WHEREAS, Better Housing provides a range of services which help low-
income families become first-time homebuyers, or complete the needed
rehabilitation to stay in older but affordable housing; and
WHEREAS, Moreover, Better Housing also assists the elderly and disa-
bled with the repairs that they need to maintain independent living, and
provides seniors and families with accessible, comfortable apartments to
rent; and
WHEREAS, Hundreds of families are assisted each year through the agen-
cy's ongoing commitment to the preservation and creation of affordable
housing; 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
this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 30th Anniversary of Better Housing for Tompkins County,
Inc. on June 15, 2011; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Better Housing for Tompkins County, Inc.