LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Lock Number 4 in Waterloo, New York, on
the Cayuga-Seneca Canal upon the occasion of its designation as recipi-
ent of the 2011 Best Lock Award by the New York State Canal Corporation

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that the quality of
life of the citizens of the State of New York is greatly enriched by its
exceptional governmental, cultural, educational and recreational facili-
ties and institutions; and
WHEREAS, It is also the sense of this Legislative Body that insti-
tutions and facilities that give positive definition to the profile and
disposition of the communities of the State of New York profoundly
strengthen our society with their commitment; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Lock
Number 4 in Waterloo, New York, on the Cayuga-Seneca Canal upon the
occasion of its designation as recipient of the 2011 Best Lock Award by
the New York State Canal Corporation; and
WHEREAS, Graded in the fall of 2011 during the annual inspection of
the 524-mile-long Erie Canal system, Lock Number 4 in Waterloo, New
York, on the Cayuga-Seneca Canal emerged from a spirited competition
among all facilities in the system as the winner of the Best Lock Award;
and
WHEREAS, In honor of Lock 4's superior performance, Chief Lock 4 Oper-
ator James DeSanto received a commemorative recognition flag from the
Director of the New York State Canal Corporation; and
WHEREAS, Chief Lock 4 Operator James DeSanto of Seneca Falls, New
York, and Lock 4 Operator Jim Brandstetter of Auburn, New York, were
praised for the complete rehabilitation of Lock 4 and for its landscap-
ing and painting; and
WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents a unique opportunity for
this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to Lock Number 4 in
Waterloo, New York, on the Cayuga-Seneca Canal; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when organiza-
tions, institutions and facilities of such noble aims and accomplish-
ments are brought to our attention, they should be recognized by all the
citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Lock Number 4 in Waterloo, New York, on the Cayuga-Seneca Canal
upon the occasion of its designation as recipient of the 2011 Best Lock
Award by the New York State Canal Corporation; and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Chief Lock 4 Operator James DeSanto and Lock 4 Operator Jim
Brandstetter.