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This resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Black River Regulating District for its contributions to flood control and environmental protection.
Why it matters
Highlights the historical importance of flood management. The Black River Regulating District was created in response to devastating floods, and its century-long work showcases how infrastructure investment can protect communities from recurring natural disasters.
Recognizes the role of public-benefit corporations. By commemorating the District, the resolution underscores how state-created entities can successfully manage complex tasks like water regulation, dam operation, and environmental stewardship over generations.
Acknowledges environmental and economic impacts. The District’s work has not just reduced flood risk but also improved water quality, public health, river navigation, and hydroelectric power generation, showing the broad, interconnected benefits of water management systems.
Calls for public appreciation of environmental guardianship. By formally recognizing the District’s staff and leadership, the resolution emphasizes the value of sustained, often behind-the-scenes efforts that contribute to the wellbeing and resilience of local communities.
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Honor Black River Centennial
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Senate Resolution No. 2315 BY: Senator GRIFFO COMMEMORATING the 100th Anniversary of the Black River Regulating District on September 10, 2019 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that the continuing welfare of the citizens of the State of New… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 2315 BY: Senator GRIFFO COMMEMORATING the 100th Anniversary of the Black River Regulating District on September 10, 2019 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 which 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 commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Black River Regulating District observed at its Centennial Board Meeting and Celebration on Tuesday,
September 10, 2019, at Maggie's on the River in Watertown, New York; and WHEREAS, The Hudson River-Black River Regulating District (HRBRRD) is a New York state public-benefit corporation which traces its formation to the creation of the Black River Regulating District in
1919, and the Hudson River Regulating District in 1922, in response to the severe historical flooding of the cities of Albany, Green Island, Rensselaer, Troy, and Watervliet by the Sacandaga River and Hudson River and its tributaries; and WHEREAS, The HRBRRD,… Show allHide
1919, and the Hudson River Regulating District in 1922, in response to the severe historical flooding of the cities of Albany, Green Island, Rensselaer, Troy, and Watervliet by the Sacandaga River and Hudson River and its tributaries; and WHEREAS, The HRBRRD, formed in 1959, by combining the two entities, collects excess runoff to reduce flooding impacts in the Hudson River and Black River basins, and releases this captured water gradually during periods of low river flow to maintain water quality in each river basin; this system was designed to reduce damage from spring storms and snowmelt, including disease and destruction of life and property, and to improve river navigation and public sanitation; and WHEREAS, The HRBRRD was also formed with hydroelectric generation in mind; it owns and operates several dams including the Conklingville Dam which formed the Great Sacandaga Lake and reservoirs; and WHEREAS, The success of the HRBRRD is in direct correlation to the efforts of its Executive Director John C. Callaghan, Sr. and his 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 institution and the community it serves; and WHEREAS, It is incumbent upon all citizens to recognize and applaud the efforts of organizations such as the HRBRRD, 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 commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Black River Regulating District on September 10, 2019; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to John C. Callaghan, Sr., Executive Director, Hudson River-Black River Regulating District.
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