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.