Senate Resolution No. 1478

BY: Senator GRIFFO

HONORING Richard Woodland upon the occasion of his
retirement as Fourth Ward Councilor after 25 years
of distinguished service to the Town of New
Hartford, New York

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge
those individuals whose professional lives and civic endeavors serve to
enhance the stature of the State of New York; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Richard Woodland upon the occasion of his retirement as Fourth Ward
Councilor after 25 years of distinguished service; and

WHEREAS, For the past 25 years, Richard Woodland rendered faithful,
conscientious, and valuable service to the Fourth Ward, which includes
parts of New Hartford's commercial district, like Sangertown Square, the
Seneca Turnpike and part of Commercial Drive, along with the residential
properties that surround them; and

WHEREAS, In his capacity as a member of the Town Council of New
Hartford, Richard Woodland always served with loyalty, honor and
distinction; and

WHEREAS, First elected in 1998 in a special election, and officially
taking office in 1999, Richard Woodland went on to win reelection for
six consecutive terms, serving diligently for over two decades; and

WHEREAS, Richard Woodland was proudly part of the consolidation of
all of the Town of New Hartford's offices and its services to the new
municipal office building in the Orchard at 8635 Clinton Street; he is
also proud of the evolution and development of the commercial sector in
the town that took place during his service; and

WHEREAS, Through his experience on the Town Council, Richard
Woodland has gained a strong knowledge of local issues and has
established a good working relationship with our state and federal
leaders; and

WHEREAS, In his official acts, Richard Woodland was governed by a
keen sense of duty and always showed a unique grasp of human problems;
and

WHEREAS, During his tenure as Fourth Ward Councilor, Richard
Woodland earned the admiration, esteem, and affection of his colleagues;
now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Richard Woodland upon the occasion of his retirement after 25
years of distinguished public service; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Richard Woodland.