LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending the Troy Area United Ministries upon
the occasion of holding its FEAST and paying special tribute to this
year's honorees

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
the Troy Area United Ministries upon the occasion of holding its FEAST,
on Thursday, May 30, 2013, at the Franklin Terrace in Troy, New York,
and paying special tribute to this year's honorees, Connie Madigan,
Donald and Shirley Bowes, and Michael P. Barrett; and
WHEREAS, Troy Area United Ministries (TAUM) was organized in 1986 as a
consolidation of the United Urban Ministry of Troy, and the Troy Area
Council of Churches, who came together to work towards a more abundant
life for people within the community; and
WHEREAS, An ecumenical association of congregations joined with indi-
viduals of all faiths and backgrounds, the mission of TAUM is to serve
those in need, to work for social justice and to build a stronger commu-
nity; and
WHEREAS, Connie Madigan has served as TAUM's Board Secretary for 10
years, and on the Board of Directors for nine years; she volunteers her
time at TAUM and within the community, working at the CROP Hunger Walk,
the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Committee, and the Pittstown
Area Food Pantry; and
WHEREAS, Donald and Shirley Bowes are long-time supporters of TAUM;
their generosity has enabled the Troy Area United Ministries to endure
some very tough economic times; and
WHEREAS, Under the luminous direction of Michael P. Barrett, TAUM's
Furniture Program has been very successful; this annual program donates
vast amounts of furniture to individuals at risk of homelessness; and
WHEREAS, For the past 12 years, Michael P. Barrett rendered faithful,
conscientious and valuable service to the Troy Area United Ministries,
earning the admiration, esteem and affection of his colleagues; he will
be leaving TAUM to embark on the next chapter of his life to serve as
Executive Director of the Hudson Mohawk Industrial Gateway; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a
long and sustained commitment to excellence 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
commend the Troy Area United Ministries upon the occasion of its FEAST
to be held May 30, 2013, and to pay special tribute to this year's hono-
rees; and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Troy Area United Ministries, and the aforementioned hono-
rees.