Senate Resolution No. 501

BY: Senator BRESLIN

HONORING William Tuthill upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of the 2023 Dr. Karen R.
Hitchcock Award for Championing the Choral Arts in
the Capital Region by Albany Pro Musica

WHEREAS, From time to time this Legislative Body takes note of
certain extraordinary individuals it wishes to recognize for their
valued contributions to the success and progress of society and publicly
acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the basic humanity among
us all; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor William
Tuthill upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the 2023
Dr. Karen R. Hitchcock Award for Championing the Choral Arts in the
Capital Region by Albany Pro Musica, to be celebrated at its Annual Love
& Light Gala on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at Wolferts Roost Country Club
in Albany, New York; and

WHEREAS, A long-time singer, board member, volunteer, and generous
supporter of Albany Pro Musica for 25 years, William Tuthill truly
embodies Dr. Hitchcock's commitment to this vital organization; and

WHEREAS, After moving to the Capital Region in 1996, William Tuthill
joined Albany Pro Musica's chorus in 1998, and he started volunteering
for projects and events soon after; and

WHEREAS, Finding a community of like-minded people, William Tuthill
later became the organization's part-time Administrative Director and
also served on the Board of Directors for two three-year terms; and

WHEREAS, In addition to his tireless work on behalf of Albany Pro
Musica, William Tuthill also serves on the boards for the Albany Pride
Center and the Capital District Recovery Center; and

WHEREAS, William Tuthill generously supports numerous arts and
community organizations as a donor, and continues to support his
community and his passions; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an
individual for the benefit of others which William Tuthill has displayed
throughout his life; and

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a
long and sustained commitment to excellence certainly have earned the
recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State;
now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor William Tuthill upon the occasion of his designation as recipient
of the 2023 Dr. Karen R. Hitchcock Award for Championing the Choral Arts
in the Capital Region by Albany Pro Musica; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to William Tuthill.