Senate Resolution No. 861

BY: Senator SEWARD

COMMENDING the Otsego Land Trust upon the occasion
of its designation as recipient of the NEW
Environmental Stewardship Award by the Otsego County
Chamber of Commerce

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that the
continuing welfare of the citizens of the State of New York is greatly
enriched and reliably served by the purposeful endeavors of
organizations and individuals who are committed to the preservation of
our natural environment and the enhancement of the appreciation of the
distinctive features of our surroundings, and to the economic well-being
of the areas in which they exist; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
commend the Otsego Land Trust upon the occasion of its designation as
recipient of the NEW Environmental Stewardship Award by the Otsego
County Chamber of Commerce, to be recognized at its Annual Spring Dinner
celebrating "Sustainable Success in Otsego County" on Tuesday, March 28,
2017, at SUNY Oneonta; and

WHEREAS, Since 1986, the Otsego County Chamber of Commerce has
served the businesses and communities of Otsego County with programs and
services designed to foster strong economic growth and make the county a
great place to live and work; and

WHEREAS, The Otsego Land Trust is being honored with this auspicious
award in recognition of its positive impact on Otsego County; and

WHEREAS, This vital organization has truly enhanced the environment
of the county by protecting its land and waters; and

WHEREAS, Partnering with more than 100 landowners, Otsego Land Trust
has saved 11,000 acres that will be forests or fields forever; and

WHEREAS, Otsego Land Trust has been instrumental in helping
landowners protect their land by hosting community programs; and

WHEREAS, In addition, the Otsego Land Trust provides access to the
Blueway, seven sites of over 500 acres open to the public for such
activities as hiking, including ADA trails, as well as birding, canoe
and kayaking, fishing, and outdoor recreation for both county residents
and tourists to enjoy; and

WHEREAS, Over its distinguished history, the Otsego Land Trust has
demonstrated continuous service to the residents and communities which
it serves; and

WHEREAS, The success of the Otsego Land Trust is in direct
correlation to the efforts of its staff, whose involvement is, and
always has been, characterized by an impressive commitment, an unbridled
enthusiasm, and an uncompromising standard of excellence in all
endeavors on behalf of the organization and the community it serves; and


WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents an opportunity for this
Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to the Otsego Land Trust;
and

WHEREAS, It is incumbent upon all citizens to recognize and applaud
the efforts of organizations such as the Otsego Land Trust which work
tirelessly on behalf of protecting our natural surroundings for the
benefit of present and future generations of New Yorkers; now,
therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend the Otsego Land Trust upon the occasion of its designation as
recipient of the NEW Environmental Stewardship Award by the Otsego
County Chamber of Commerce; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the Otsego Land Trust.