Assembly Resolution No. 193

BY: M. of A. McDonald

RECOGNIZING March 31, 2021, as COVID-19
Remembrance and Tribute Day in the City of Albany,
New York, a day to pause and remember the residents
of Albany lost to the virus and to celebrate their
lives

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize
certain events of significance which bring the people of the State of
New York together to honor the memory and remember the lives of their
loved ones; the Albany COVID-19 Remembrance and Tribute Day is one such
event; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long- standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
recognize Wednesday, March 31, 2021, as COVID-19 Remembrance and Tribute
Day in the City of Albany, New York, a day to pause and remember the
residents of Albany lost to the virus and to celebrate their lives; and

WHEREAS, Under the direction of the Albany Tulip Court, the Albany
COVID-19 Remembrance Day will represent both family members and victims
of COVID-19 from Albany, New York, who have been tragically impacted by
this life-threatening and devastating pandemic; and

WHEREAS, This day of solemn reflection for those lost to COVID-19
will also honor those who overcame this devastating virus, as well as
the countless local frontline workers and small business owners who have
remained steadfast in their commitment to the community and its
residents during these difficult and trying times; and

WHEREAS, Furthermore, on this vital day, participants are encouraged
to light a candle as a way to pay just tribute to the essential and
frontline workers who spent tireless hours caring for and providing
services to the Albany community; it will also serve as a way to
remember those who have lost their lives to COVID-19, and their families
who continue to mourn their loss; and

WHEREAS, Our society is deeply saddened at the loss of neighbors,
family members, and friends but grateful for the opportunity to come
together as a community and reflect upon the lives lost to this horrific
pandemic; this Legislative Body encourages all New Yorkers across the
State to pause and honor the memory of the lives of those victims and
survivors; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
recognize March 31, 2021, as COVID-19 Remembrance and Tribute Day in the
City of Albany, New York, a day to pause and remember the residents of
Albany lost to the virus and to celebrate their lives; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the Albany Tulip Court.