LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring George Franke upon the occasion of his
induction into the New York State Outdoorsmen Hall of Fame, Class of
2014

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
outstanding individuals who distinguish themselves through their excep-
tional performance, attaining unprecedented success and the highest
level of personal achievement; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
George Franke upon the occasion of his induction into the New York State
Outdoorsmen Hall of Fame to be celebrated at its Annual Banquet on
Saturday, April 26, 2014, at The Rusty Rail in Canastota, New York; and
WHEREAS, Founded in 1983, the New York State Outdoorsmen Hall of Fame
(NYSOHOF) is an organization dedicated to honoring sportsmen who have
made significant achievements in outdoors-related fields; and
WHEREAS, More importantly, these sportsmen are recognized for their
long-time service in preserving our outdoor heritage and helping others
experience it; NYSOHOF is also involved in programs such as kids fishing
clinics, youth hunts, seminars and similar activities; and
WHEREAS, Inductees into this prestigious institution are honored "not
for what they have taken, but for what they have given"; and
WHEREAS, George Franke has been active in many organizations including
the New York State Conservation Council, Safari Club International, and
Chenango County Federation of Sportsmen and Crossbow Coalition; and
WHEREAS, A major focus of George Franke has been youth involvement and
he has been a major fundraiser and organizer in many groups to send
youngsters to leadership or conservation camps; and
WHEREAS, George Franke has dedicated a lifetime of giving back to the
pursuits of outdoor sports and wildlife conservation; he exemplifies the
spirit of the New York State Outdoorsmen Hall of Fame; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals 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
congratulate George Franke upon the occasion of his induction into the
New York State Outdoorsmen Hall of Fame; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to George Franke.