LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the Cornwall, New York, 62nd Annual
Independence Day Parade on July 4, 2011

WHEREAS, Our proud tradition of celebrating the birth of our Nation on
July 4, 1776, is not only a tribute to our rich history, but a
reflection of our living commitment to the exercise of freedom, a legacy
which rings through the ages and touches every citizen throughout the
land of liberty; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend events which symbolize the historical, social and cultural
development of this great State and embody the spirit of the principles
upon which this Nation was founded; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate the
Cornwall, New York, 62nd Annual Independence Day Parade on Sunday, July
4, 2011; and
WHEREAS, For over six decades, the citizens of Cornwall have gathered
together to celebrate the birth of our Nation on July 4th; what began as
a small patriotic celebration at Donahue's Farm, sponsored by the Dona-
hue and Dorfman families, has, over the years, evolved into an event
which involves the entire community; and
WHEREAS, The treasured values of family unity and wholesome enter-
tainment for all ages that are reflected in the events scheduled to
celebrate such an auspicious occasion help to foster community spirit
and cooperation and preserve the beliefs, ideals and values for which
our forefathers declared the independence of these United States; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
most joyously commemorate the Cornwall, New York, 62nd Annual Independ-
ence Day Parade on July 4, 2011, fully confident that such procedure
mirrors our shared commitment to preserve and to enhance the spirit of
freedom which is our American heritage; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Cornwall Independence Day Committee.