J 467: Congratulating Twin Orchards Farms upon the occasion of achieving more than 80 years in business

 Senate Resolution No. 467 BY: Senator GRIFFO CONGRATULATING Twin Orchards Farms upon the occasion of achieving more than 80 years in business WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize the achievements of those individuals and businesses which contribute substantially to the economic vitality of their communities, thereby enhancing the economic well-being of the entire Empire State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Twin Orchards Farms upon the occasion of achieving more than 80 years in business; and WHEREAS, Located in New Hartford, New York, Twin Orchards Farms has been a cornerstone of the community; for generations, this family-owned business has attained a legacy of cherished memories with its loyal customers; and WHEREAS, In 1943, Lloyd N. Yager purchased Twin Orchards Farms for his son, Donald G. Yager; together, the father and son managed the orchard until Lloyd sold the business to Donald in 1951; and WHEREAS, In 1998, Donald G. Yager passed Twin Orchards Farms to his sons, Lloyd W. and Jon E. Yager; for more than eight decades, the orchard has served its customers well; however, choosing retirement, the Yager family will close the business; and WHEREAS, The Yager family and the hard-working staff of Twin Orchards Farms are deeply grateful for the patronage of their customers throughout the years, and they credit all the visitors during the history of the orchard with its wonderful success; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body, as well as the residents of the Town of New Hartford, applaud the Yager family for their successful business, which contributed to the growth of the community, and the services they provided for their neighbors' needs; and WHEREAS, The success of Twin Orchards Farms is in direct correlation to the efforts of its hardworking and dedicated owners who will stand as role models to all great business owners in the State and beyond; their involvement is, and always has been, characterized by an impressive commitment, an unbridled enthusiasm, and an uncompromising standard of excellence in all undertakings; and WHEREAS, It is with great pleasure that this Legislative Body acknowledges this exceptional business, its contributions to the local and state economies, and its vibrant and purposeful role in improving the quality of life in its community; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to congratulate Twin Orchards Farms, upon the occasion of achieving more than 80 years in business, and to wish the Yager family joy in their retirement and success in all future endeavors; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Twin Orchards Farms.