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This resolution honors Rubin Livestock Services for 100 years of family business and contributions to agriculture in Monticello, New York.
Why it matters
Recognizes the vital role of family-run agricultural businesses. in sustaining local economies and preserving the agricultural heritage of New York, highlighting how multi-generational enterprises contribute to community stability over time.
Acknowledges the adaptability and growth of rural businesses. , as shown by Rubin Livestock Services’ expansion into new areas like their Horse Division and tack sales, reflecting the need for innovation to stay relevant in changing agricultural markets.
Celebrates community engagement and tradition. , illustrating how a longstanding business like Rubin Livestock Services fosters local identity and offers communal gathering points, as exemplified by their well-known animals and open approach to customers.
Underscores the importance of recognizing agricultural contributions at the state level,. reinforcing the message that rural businesses and their legacy are valued by lawmakers and society, which can encourage ongoing investment and participation in agriculture.
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Honor Rubin Livestock Centennial
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Senator · Senate District 42
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History
- Adopted
- Reported to calendar for consideration
- Referred to finance
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Senate Resolution No. 847 BY: Senator BONACIC COMMENDING Rubin Livestock Services upon the occasion of celebrating 100 years as a family business in Monticello, New York WHEREAS, The agricultural industry is part of the foundation upon which our distinct… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 847 BY: Senator BONACIC COMMENDING Rubin Livestock Services upon the occasion of celebrating 100 years as a family business in Monticello, New York WHEREAS, The agricultural industry is part of the foundation upon which our distinct American heritage is built; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body takes great pride in acknowledging outstanding individuals and businesses associated with the agricultural industry which clearly contribute to the spirit of excellence which so distinguishes the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Established in 1917, the Rubin family has been buying and selling quality livestock on Rubin Road in Monticello, New York, for 100 years; today, Jay and Shirley Rubin, along with their children, Kaitie and Jacob, are the only descendants still working on the family farm; and WHEREAS, Over the past century, there has been considerable expansion and growth; recently, the Rubins added a Horse Division offering its customers trail and backyard horses, western pleasure horses, leadline ponies, school horses, hunters, and a large selection of well-started green hunter horse and pony prospects; in addition, Rubin Livestock Services deals in new and used tack; and WHEREAS, For 100 years, Rubin Livestock Services has opened its doors to the community with friendly faces and even friendlier cows; for the last 14 years, Devil Dog, a longhorn cow, greeted customers at the gate and enjoyed eating all kinds of treats right out of people's hands; and WHEREAS, The Rubin family's monumental pride, endurance, and determination, endless hard work, and many lessons learned, as well as a little bit of luck has carried the multi-generational business through many periods of growth and prosperity; and WHEREAS, It is with great pleasure that this Legislative Body acknowledges this exceptional business and its contributions to the local and State economies, fully confident that it will continue to enjoy the sparkling successes it has experienced thus far; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend Rubin Livestock Services upon the occasion of celebrating 100 years as a family business in Monticello, New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Jay and Shirley Rubin, Owners, Rubin Livestock Services.
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