Assembly Resolution No. 2249

BY: M. of A. Rules (Jones)

MEMORIALIZING Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim
July 2024, as Lake Appreciation Month in the State
of New York

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize
official months that are set aside to increase awareness of issues that
affect the lives of citizens of New York State; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim July 2024, as Lake
Appreciation Month in the State of New York, in conjunction with the
observance of National Lake Appreciation Month; and

WHEREAS, Lake Appreciation Month is an opportunity to highlight the
importance of lakes and reservoirs are among New York's most valuable
natural resources; and

WHEREAS, Lakes and reservoirs provide drinking water, irrigation,
energy, recreation, scenic beauty, and habitat for wildlife; these
beneficial uses have been of vital importance to New York's history,
growth, and financial health; and

WHEREAS, Lakes and reservoirs of this great Empire State improve the
quality of life for all of New York's residents and their importance
should not go unnoticed; and

WHEREAS, The State of New York recognizes the need to protect these
lakes and reservoirs for future generations; and

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim July 2024, as Lake
Appreciation Month in the State of New York; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to The Honorable Kathy Hochul, Governor of the State of New
York.