LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Safe Harbors of the Hudson upon the
occasion of hosting its 6th Annual Gala Celebration on June 9, 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
Safe Harbors of the Hudson upon the occasion of hosting its 6th Annual
Gala Celebration on June 9, 2012, at the Ritz Theater in Newburgh, New
York; and
WHEREAS, Safe Harbors of the Hudson, incorporated in 2000, is a
nonprofit organization that is committed to transforming lives and
building communities through housing and the arts in the City of
Newburgh; and
WHEREAS, Safe Harbors' initial project began in December of 2002, when
the historic Hotel Newburgh was purchased; this run-down hotel was
transformed into attractive, well-designed supportive housing which was
renamed The Cornerstone Residence; and
WHEREAS, The Cornerstone Residence is a unique housing opportunity
that offers more than a place to live; it also offers support services
and jobs training on-site provided by the staff of Independent Living;
and
WHEREAS, These apartments house a mixed tenancy of single adults,
including the formerly homeless, veterans, those living with a mental
health diagnosis, artists and other adults who need affordable housing;
and
WHEREAS, With The Cornerstone serving as its model and inspiration,
Safe Harbors of the Hudson is continuing its ongoing goal of creating
and implementing a redevelopment plan that will effect meaningful change
and enrich the quality of life throughout its surrounding urban neigh-
borhoods; and
WHEREAS, Safe Harbors of the Hudson believes that the arts can help
create the social change the City of Newburgh needs, increasing traffic
to the historic downtown area and encouraging an inspiring exchange of
ideas, viewpoints, and culture; and
WHEREAS, Safe Harbors has received many awards in recognition of its
innovative work, including Orange County Chamber of Commerce's Not-for-
Profit Enterprise of the Year in 2008 and the Residence of the Year
Award from the Supportive Housing Network of New York State in 2007; 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 Safe Harbors of the Hudson upon the occasion of hosting its 6th
Annual Gala Celebration on June 9, 2012; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Safe Harbors of the Hudson.