Honor Cooperstown Chamber Centennial

Senate Resolution No. 1134 BY: Senator SEWARD COMMEMORATING the 100th Anniversary of the Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce on April 27, 2017 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize the achievements of those organizations which substantially contribute to the economic vitality of their communities and the entire Empire State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce, to be celebrated on Thursday, April 27, 2017, at the National Baseball Hall of Fame; and WHEREAS, Founded in 1917, the Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce is a resource and catalyst to develop, promote, and support a diverse business community in the Cooperstown area; and WHEREAS, For the past century, this esteemed organization has served to encourage and support new businesses and professional opportunities, facilitate new partnerships, and promote the growth of current businesses in the community; and WHEREAS, Located in the heart of Cooperstown on Chestnut Street, the Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce is comprised of members of the community and local business leaders working together to support economic growth and prosperity; and WHEREAS, Through offering an exchange of ideas, as well as education and advocacy on behalf of its members, the Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce has fostered the growth and well-being of its membership, and has enhanced the quality of life in the community; and WHEREAS, A solid cornerstone of its region, the Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce will continue to serve as the leading resource sought by the public for information about tourism, local events, and business education for many years to come; and WHEREAS, Over its distinguished 100 year history, the Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce has demonstrated continuous service to the residents and communities which it serves; and WHEREAS, The success of the Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce is in direct correlation to the efforts of its members, 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 Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce; and WHEREAS, It is with great pleasure that this Legislative Body acknowledges this exceptional organization and its contributions to the local and State economies, fully confident it will continue to enjoy the sparkling success it has experienced thus far; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce on April 27, 2017; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce.