LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Janet Mapstone upon the occasion of her
designation for special recognition on May 11, 2013

WHEREAS, From time to time this Legislative Body takes note of certain
extraordinary individuals it wishes to recognize for their valued
contributions to the success and progress of society and publicly
acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the basic humanity among
us all; Janet Mapstone is one such individual; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to join the Village of
Aurora community in honoring Janet Mapstone upon the occasion of her
designation for special recognition to be celebrated at an Appreciation
Dinner on Saturday, May 11, 2013, at the Aurora Firehouse; and
WHEREAS, A lifelong resident of the Village of Aurora, Janet Mapstone
is the daughter of the late Thomas G. Mapstone and Barbara Gunderson
Mapstone; she served as Village Trustee from 1992 until 1994 where,
among other duties, she oversaw the Childrens' Summer program; and
WHEREAS, Furthermore, in 2000, Janet Mapstone held the position of
Deputy Mayor, and served as a member of the Aurora Volunteer Fire
Department; and
WHEREAS, Janet Mapstone has participated in many Aurorafests, joining
the ever creative and much anticipated float entries of Tudi Kenyon and
Stan Zabriskie, much to the delight of parade watchers; and
WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her mother, Barbara, and her
cherished nephews, Christian and Jeremy, all of whom feel privileged to
be a part of her life and rejoice in her achievements; 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
honor Janet Mapstone upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition on May 11, 2013; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Janet Mapstone.