Senate Resolution No. 2162

BY: Senator MARTINS

HONORING Rachelle Krieger upon the occasion of her
designation for special recognition by Residents
Forward on June 4, 2026

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend individuals whose artistic accomplishments, civic leadership,
and community service have enriched the cultural and environmental
vitality of their communities; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Rachelle Krieger upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by Residents Forward to be celebrated at its Annual Gala on
Thursday, June 4, 2026, at The Manhasset Bay Yacht Club; and

WHEREAS, Rachelle Krieger is a distinguished visual artist who has
lived and worked in Port Washington for more than two decades, building
a career marked by artistic excellence and steadfast environmental
advocacy; and

WHEREAS, Through her paintings and ceramics, Rachelle Krieger has
captured the beauty, fragility, and significance of the natural world,
creating works deeply rooted in the local landscape and inspired by the
urgent need for environmental stewardship and conservation; and

WHEREAS, From 2002 through 2009, Rachelle Krieger painted en plein
air at the Sand Point Preserve, developing a significant body of artwork
inspired by coastal ecosystems; and

WHEREAS, These works were subsequently exhibited in commercial
galleries throughout the United States and featured in numerous
fundraising exhibitions benefiting the North Shore Land Alliance and
Residents Forward, demonstrating her enduring commitment to land
conservation and community stewardship; and

WHEREAS, Rachelle Krieger organized the first Port Washington Open
Studios event in collaboration with the Town, expanding opportunities
for local artists while fostering cultural engagement and appreciation
for the arts throughout the community; and

WHEREAS, She further contributed to Port Washington's cultural life
by curating the community art exhibit tent at PortFest Music, Arts and
Community Festival, the annual fundraiser presented by HEARTS PW, and by
serving for ten years on the Art Advisory Council at the Port Washington
Public Library; and

WHEREAS, Throughout her distinguished career, Rachelle Krieger has
also juried exhibitions, led artist demonstrations, and utilized public
programming as a platform to promote environmental awareness and inspire
civic participation through the arts; and

WHEREAS, In addition to her artistic and cultural contributions,
Rachelle Krieger has demonstrated exceptional civic leadership through

her service as co-president of the Beacon Hill Women's Club, where she
helped organize fundraising initiatives supporting the Interfaith
Nutrition Network and scholarships for graduates of Schreiber High
School; and

WHEREAS, Whether painting fragile shorelines, participating in
community cleanups, or helping restore and protect local oyster beds,
Rachelle Krieger has unified her artistic practice and public service
around a singular purpose: to celebrate, protect, and sustain the
environment that inspires her work and enriches her community; now,
therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Rachelle Krieger upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by Residents Forward on June 4, 2026, and to extend to her
its highest commendation and sincere appreciation for her many artistic,
environmental, and civic contributions to the Port Washington community;
and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Rachelle Krieger.