LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Robert Gerlach upon the occasion of his
retirement after 38 years of distinguished service to the Town of Romu-
lus, New York

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body seeks to acknowledge those individuals
whose professional lives and civic endeavors serve to enhance the stat-
ure of the State of New York; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Robert Gerlach upon the occasion of his retirement after 38 years of
distinguished service to the Town of Romulus, New York, to be celebrated
at the Romulus Town Hall on Tuesday, December 20, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Affectionately known as Duke, Robert Gerlach is a graduate of
Ithaca College; he honorably served his country from 1956-1958 as a
member of the United States Army; and
WHEREAS, For the past 38 years, Robert Gerlach rendered faithful,
conscientious and valuable service to the Town of Romulus; and
WHEREAS, In his capacity as Town Councilman, Robert Gerlach served
with loyalty, honor and distinction; and
WHEREAS, In his official acts, Robert Gerlach was governed by a keen
sense of duty and always showed a unique grasp of human problems; and
WHEREAS, Under the able leadership of Robert Gerlach, cable television
was brought to the Romulus community, land was donated for the Hernon
Park in Willard, Romulus Town Hall was erected, and a town seal was
created; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his tenure with the Town of Romulus, Robert
Gerlach earned the admiration, esteem and affection of his colleagues;
and
WHEREAS, Robert Gerlach is an active member of Christ Episcopal
Church, South Seneca Sportsman's Club, the Elks Club, the American
Legion and the Swamp College Brass Quintet; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Barbara, and their
children, Don Gerlach and Sally Everts; five grandchildren; Jeff
Gerlach, Jonathan Gerlach, Cara Everts, Zach Covert, and Alex Covert; as
well as one great-grandchild, Colton Everts, all of whom feel privileged
to be a part of his life and rejoice in his achievements; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and
sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their
profession, certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all
the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Robert Gerlach upon the occasion of his retirement after 38 years
of distinguished service to the Town of Romulus, New York; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Robert Gerlach.