LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 38th Annual Military Retiree
Appreciation Day at the United States Military Academy at West Point,
New York, on April 28, 2012

WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to honor those who
have served in the United States Armed Forces in times of active
conflict, as well as those who have served in times of peace; 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 38th Annual Military Retiree Appreciation Day at the United
States Military Academy at West Point, New York, on April 28, 2012; and
WHEREAS, On April 28, 2012, military installations across the United
States will host events to recognize and pay tribute to military reti-
rees and their families for their dedicated service to our great Nation;
and
WHEREAS, To honor its retired soldiers and their families, the United
States Military Academy at West Point will host a formal event where
guests will be welcomed by the School Superintendent, Lieutenant General
David Huntoon, and a number of guest speakers and displays on retirement
issues will be featured; and
WHEREAS, There will also be a Cadet Drill Team performance on The
Plain, a Cadet Review, and a demonstration from the Cadet Sport Para-
chute Club followed by a luncheon in the Cadet Mess, where retiring
members of both the Civilian Workforce and Active Duty Military are
recognized; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is very pleased to have this opportu-
nity to express its gratitude to the men and women who have served in
the United States Armed Forces for their tremendous sacrifices on behalf
of our Nation and all Americans; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 38th Annual Military Retiree Appreciation Day at the
United States Military Academy at West Point, New York, on April 28,
2012; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Colonel Michael J. Tarsa, Garrison Commander of the United
States Military Academy at West Point, New York.