LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating the Preservation League of New
York State upon the occasion of celebrating its 40th Anniversary on June
13, 2013

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 that are devoted 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 congratu-
late the Preservation League of New York State upon the occasion of
celebrating its 40th Anniversary; this auspicious occasion will be cele-
brated at a reception to be held at the Fort Orange Club in Albany, New
York, on Thursday, June 13, 2013; and
WHEREAS, The origins of the Preservation League of New York State
commenced in June 1973 when preservationists from across the state gath-
ered for a weekend in the southern Albany County hamlet of Rensselaer-
ville at the urging of the New York State Council on the Arts; they
quickly came to a consensus that New York needed a private organization
to: provide a clear, unified voice for preservation; offer technical
assistance; and promote preservation ethics and practices; and
WHEREAS, In March 1974 the Preservation League of New York State was
incorporated; its purpose was to communicate preservation ideals and
help shape federal, state and local policies to encourage the
protection, sensitive use and creative reuse of historic properties; and
WHEREAS, Currently, the Preservation League of New York State is well-
positioned to advance its goals; it is the only statewide preservation
organization in New York providing comprehensive and predominantly pro-
bono services to those who wish to identify, preserve, protect, reuse,
and promote historic resources; and
WHEREAS, The Preservation League of New York State has four decades of
experience in building the capacity of local groups; educating New York-
ers through workshops, presentations, and seminars; promoting creative
solutions for endangered properties; advancing public policies on the
local, state, and national levels; and offering a statewide voice for
preservation in the media; and
WHEREAS, During its 40th Anniversary year, the Preservation League of
New York State will launch a number of new initiatives designed to put
it on solid footing for the future, and help it use the information it
has collected to better communicate with, and energize, its many
constituents; and
WHEREAS, Historic preservation is more relevant now than ever before;
it plays a major role in revitalizing neighborhoods and communities,
stimulating economic activity, and capitalizing on new sources of public
and private investment; in addition, it offers a sustainable alternative
to new development, conserves resources, and protects and promotes the
qualities that make our communities distinctive places; and
WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents a unique opportunity for
this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to the Preservation
League of New York State; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when an organ-
ization of such noble aims and accomplishments is brought to our atten-
tion, it should be recognized and applauded by all the citizens of this
great Empire State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate the Preservation League of New York State upon the occasion
of celebrating its 40th Anniversary; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Preservation League of New York State.