LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Sullivan Renaissance upon the occasion
of hosting its Annual Conference and Exposition on March 10, 2012, and
recognizing the honorees of the evening

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 commend
Sullivan Renaissance upon the occasion of hosting its Annual Conference
and Exposition, to be held on Saturday, March 10, 2012, at the CVI
Building in Ferndale, New York, and to recognize the honorees of the
evening; and
WHEREAS, Sullivan Renaissance is a beautification and community devel-
opment program which provides communities in Sullivan County with fund-
ing for beautification projects; and
WHEREAS, At their Annual Conference and Exposition, Sullivan Renais-
sance will present its 2012 Sullivan First Achievement Awards to those
illustrious businesses, organizations, and individuals who have emulated
their core mission to enhance the appearance of Sullivan County, while
building a sense of pride and spirit in the community; and
WHEREAS, The business recipients of the 2012 Sullivan First Achieve-
ment Awards are: the Spencer Daniels Agency, for its ongoing commitment
to the Village of Monticello and for its many contributions to events
throughout the community; Aero Star Petroleum, Inc., for being a wonder-
ful showcase of best practices in the landscaping of a commercial prop-
erty; Eagle Plaza Mall, for its continued enhancements and landscaping
efforts at the Eagle Plaza Mall; and Bernie's Holiday Restaurant, for
its landscaping efforts at Bernie's Holiday Restaurant while addressing
the interior and exterior building renovations; and
WHEREAS, The organizations which will receive 2012 Sullivan First
Achievement Awards are: St. James Episcopal Church, for its outstanding
beautification efforts at the church as well as the enhancement of the
Hamlet of Callicoon; Keith Gilmour and the Recovery Center, for their
ongoing commitment to Sullivan Renaissance and numerous volunteer activ-
ities in the Village of Monticello; and the Youth Economic Group of
Rural Migrant Ministries, for its outstanding efforts that demonstrate
how young people can make a difference in their communities through
volunteerism and an entrepreneurial spirit; and
WHEREAS, The individuals to be honored with a 2012 Sullivan First
Achievement Award are: Jim and Betty Lund, for their outstanding and
ongoing commitment to volunteer activities with the Woodbourne Action
Committee; Dave and Phyllis Moore, for their long-term volunteerism with
the Neversink Renaissance and for their outstanding leadership in the
community; Laurie Kilgore, for her time and artistic contributions to
several community efforts including "Windows on Broadway" in Monticello,
Sullivan County Museum in Hurleyville, and numerous projects in Rock
Hill; and Barbara Sush, for her enthusiastic, long-term volunteerism in
Monticello with Sullivan First and Sullivan Renissance, and for her
commitment to the beautification of Monticello; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals and organizations of such noble aims and accomplishments are
brought to our attention, 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
commend Sullivan Renaissance upon the occasion of hosting its Annual
Conference and Exposition on March 10, 2012, and to recognize the hono-
rees of the evening; and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Sullivan Renaissance and the aforementioned honorees.