Honor Quilter Susan Koenig

Senate Resolution No. 4264 BY: Senator BONACIC HONORING Susan Koenig upon the occasion of her induction into the Catskill Mountain Quilters Hall of Fame WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize that the quality and character of life in the communities across New York State are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those organizations and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its citizenry; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Susan Koenig upon the occasion of her induction into the Catskill Mountain Quilters Hall of Fame; and WHEREAS, Founded in 1982, the Catskill Mountain Quilters Hall of Fame is dedicated to preserving the history of quilting in the Catskill Mountains, as well as promoting its evolving and complex artistry; and WHEREAS, A resident of Kauneonga Lake, Susan Koenig is being recognized for her creative talent and dedication to the art of quilting; and WHEREAS, Susan Koenig is an active member of the Calico Geese Quilting Guild, a Cornell Cooperative Extension Home Economics unit with the goal to initiate a community-based, county-wide membership of quilters; and WHEREAS, As a member of the Guild, Susan Koenig fosters, preserves, and promotes the art of quilt making; and WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to the community, Susan Koenig and the Calico Geese Quilting Guild of Sullivan County give tirelessly of their time and energies to countless local charitable causes, donating lap quilts to area nursing homes as well as baby quilts to mothers and babies in need; and WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of her community service, a period of constructive involvement, Susan Koenig has stood constant in dignity, good grace and humor; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which Susan Koenig has displayed throughout her life; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Susan Koenig upon the occasion of her induction into the Catskill Mountain Quilters Hall of Fame; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Susan Koenig.