LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Clearwater upon the occasion of its
designation for special recognition by the Mill Street Loft on March 8,
2012

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
Clearwater upon the occasion of its designation for special recognition
by the Mill Street Loft, to be celebrated at its 15th Annual Friend of
the Arts Award event on Thursday, March 8, 2012 at the Grandview in
Poughkeepsie, New York; and
WHEREAS, The Hudson River Sloop Clearwater is part of the legacy
generously given by music legend, environmental activist and Beacon
resident Pete Seeger; and
WHEREAS, Pete Seeger's leadership in building the 106 foot replica of
the 18th and 19th century cargo sloop and, subsequently, what is now one
of the world's leading environmental organizations, cannot be over-
stated, nor can the support of the hundreds of thousands of volunteers
and supporters that are inspired to continue his dream; and
WHEREAS, Established in 1969, Clearwater has been at the forefront of
the environmental movement; and
WHEREAS, Clearwater has been instrumental in helping to pass landmark
legislation such as the Clean Water Act; and
WHEREAS, The historic vessel Clearwater, and the organization that
sustains it, conduct science-based environmental education, advocacy and
musical celebrations, such as the annual Clearwater Revival, all models
for programs worldwide; and
WHEREAS, The Clearwater organization has been led since 2007 by Execu-
tive Director Jeff Rumpf who is committed to building Clearwater's next
generation of environmental leaders; and
WHEREAS, Under Jeff Rumpf's leadership, Clearwater has established an
endowment program, moved the offices to Beacon and is part of America's
Great Outdoors Initiative; and
WHEREAS, Clearwater's Green Cities Initiative addresses the needs of
the Hudson Valley's river towns, educating urban communities about green
opportunities to encourage a better quality of life, healthier environ-
ment and sustain the area's greatest natural resource, the Hudson River;
and
WHEREAS, Throughout its history, Clearwater has demonstrated a strong
connection to youth, extraordinary achievements in environmental educa-
tion, advocacy, and a commitment to building a new generation of lead-
ers; 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
commend Clearwater upon the occasion of its designation for special
recognition by the Mill Street Loft on March 8, 2012; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Clearwater.