Assembly Resolution No. 2113

BY: M. of A. Kelles

COMMEMORATING the 125th Anniversary of the
American Society of Landscape Architects and
recognizing the enduring contributions of landscape
architects to the well-being and prosperity of New
York State

WHEREAS, Landscape architecture is a multifaceted profession that
encompasses the analysis, design, planning, management, and stewardship
of the natural and built environment, playing a crucial role in shaping
the spaces where people live, work, and play; and

WHEREAS, Landscape architects design and create community master
plans, walkable neighborhoods, multimodal transportation networks, green
stormwater systems, and accessible spaces such as public plazas, parks,
schools, residential common areas, playgrounds, and trails that lead to
active lifestyles and healthy communities; and

WHEREAS, The American Society of Landscape Architects, founded on
January 4, 1899, has reached the remarkable milestone of its 125th
anniversary; and

WHEREAS, The 125th anniversary of the American Society of Landscape
Architects is an opportunity to reflect on the profession's
transformative impact on public health, safety, and welfare through the
thoughtful design, analysis, management, and stewardship of the natural
and built environments in New York State contributing to the overall
well-being of its residents; and

WHEREAS, Landscape architects are STEM professionals, leveraging
science, technology, engineering, and mathematics knowledge to address
the most pressing challenges facing its communities, fostering
innovation, research, and leadership in the field; and

WHEREAS, As licensed professionals, landscape architects have
consistently demonstrated their commitment to public health, safety, and
welfare by designing accessible and safe public spaces, promoting active
lifestyles, and fostering resilient and sustainable outdoor environments
in New York State; and

WHEREAS, Landscape architects have played an integral role in
shaping the economic, social, and cultural fabric of New York State,
contributing to the creation of vibrant and livable communities that
enhance the quality of life for all residents; and

WHEREAS, New York State dutifully recognizes the vital role of
licensed landscape architects in shaping healthy, equitable, safe, and
resilient public and private outdoor spaces, contributing to the overall
well-being of its citizens; and

WHEREAS, New York State acknowledges with pride the impact of
landscape architects in addressing climate change and biodiversity
through innovative and sustainable design practices, creating resilient
and green infrastructure to withstand and respond to severe weather

events, ultimately reducing the burden on state and local funds for
disaster recovery efforts; and

WHEREAS, This great State of New York finds it imperative to
celebrate the economic benefits derived from licensed landscape
architects, acknowledging their role in creating inviting and safe
spaces that contribute to the state's economy, while simultaneously
preserving the environment and ecological systems; and

WHEREAS, New York State also acknowledges The City College of New
York, Cornell University, and The State University of New York for their
accredited landscape architecture programs, nurturing and inspiring
students to become the next generation of leaders and innovators in
landscape architecture within New York State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 125th Anniversary of the American Society of Landscape
Architects and recognizes the enduring contributions of landscape
architects to the well-being and prosperity of New York State; and be it
further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the American Society of Landscape Architects.