LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Merrimac Farms of Mount Morris,
New York, upon the occasion of being named Livingston County Farm of the
Year

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 enhanced by the concerned and dedicated efforts of local businesses
and individuals that generously contribute to the welfare of the commu-
nity 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 congratu-
late Merrimac Farms of Mount Morris, New York, upon the occasion of
being named Livingston County Farm of the Year; and
WHEREAS, New York State and the entire United States is dependent on
our agricultural industry for a variety of food products; and
WHEREAS, As a part of the agricultural industry, Merrimac Farms stands
as a symbol of the foundation upon which our distinct American heritage
is built; and
WHEREAS, The efforts of our farmers should be commended as they
continue their hard work of cultivating the land, facing the many chal-
lenges of nature such as flood, drought and heat, in order to grow our
food; and
WHEREAS, Through its diligence and expertise, Merrimac Farms has
brought pride and recognition to itself, its local community, and to our
great Empire State; and
WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body that when local
businesses of such noble aims and accomplishments 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
congratulate Merrimac Farms of Mount Morris, New York, upon the occasion
of being named Livingston County Farm of the Year; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Merrimac Farms, Mount Morris, New York.