LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 25th Anniversary of the Sulli-
van County Senior Games

WHEREAS, Senior citizens bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to
the increasingly active roles they play in today's society; their past
contributions and future participation are a vital part of, and valuable
asset to, the fabric of community life and activity; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to honor those
illustrious organizations of the State of New York whose purposeful
endeavors serve to enhance the quality of life for the cherished senior
citizens in their communities; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate the 25th
Anniversary of the Sullivan County Senior Games to be held in Monticel-
lo, New York; and
WHEREAS, The Sullivan County Senior Games, hosted by the Village of
Monticello Recreation Department, is an annual event run by a committee
of dedicated volunteers, most of whom are senior citizens; and
WHEREAS, During the past 25 years, the Sullivan County Senior Games
has welcomed nearly 2,000 seniors, people age 55 and over, from around
the region to participate in a number of events; and
WHEREAS, The Sullivan County Senior Games in Monticello, New York,
consist of a slate of competitive and recreational activities to promote
the development of healthier lifestyles; those activities include, but
are not limited to, Bocce, Shuffleboard, a One Mile Walk, Ping-Pong, Air
Hockey, Horseshoes, Card Games, Scrabble, Darts and Bingo; and
WHEREAS, The success of the Sullivan County Senior Games can be attri-
buted to the Village of Monticello Recreation Department and its commit-
tee of volunteers who have done so much to provide social, physical, and
spiritual well-being to the senior citizens of Sullivan County; their
hard work and unwavering dedication have created an event that not only
provides social entertainment but a friendly, competitive atmosphere
where one can feel comforted by the friendships they make; and
WHEREAS, This significant milestone is an excellent opportunity to
recognize the special contributions of the Sullivan County Senior Games
and the dedicated individuals who strive to better the quality of life
for senior citizens in the community; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that when organiza-
tions of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 25th Anniversary of the Sullivan County Senior Games to
be held in Monticello, New York; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Sullivan County Senior Games.