LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 15th Anniversary of the Elmwood
Avenue Festival of the Arts on August 23-24, 2015

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to honor those events
of artistic significance which highlight the creative talents that have
contributed to the cultural enrichment of our communities and our
Nation; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commem-
orate the 15th Anniversary of the Elmwood Avenue Festival of the Arts on
August 23-24, 2015, in Buffalo, New York; and
WHEREAS, The arts, in whatever form depicted, are central to human
expression; they are truly a universal language and their contribution
to the development of friendship and understanding among all peoples
cannot be underestimated; and
WHEREAS, Remaining true to its mission, the Elmwood Avenue Festival of
the Arts continues to foster growth in, and awareness of, Western New
York's artistic and cultural treasures and improve the fabric of its
unique urban environment; and
WHEREAS, The history, the heritage, and the lives of the people of all
countries and all cultures are portrayed in their art; the act of shar-
ing this art enriches us altogether; and
WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion represents an opportunity for this
Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to the Elmwood Avenue
Festival of the Arts for its invaluable contributions to the Art and
Culture of Western New York; and
WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body that organiza-
tions which give positive definition to the profile and disposition of
the communities of the State of New York profoundly strengthen our soci-
ety with their commitment; and
WHEREAS, It is most fitting that we take time to celebrate the arts of
our Nation, to honor our artists, and to express our appreciation to
everyone who patronizes the arts; and as we celebrate the arts, we cele-
brate and give thanks to our American freedom, the only atmosphere in
which artists can truly create and in which art is truly the expression
of the soul; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 15th Anniversary of the Elmwood Avenue Festival of the
Arts on August 23-24, 2015; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Festival Committee, Elmwood Avenue Festival of the Arts,
Buffalo, New York.