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Town of Oakfield resolution calling for repeal of the SAFE act

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Passed unanimously by the Town Board of the Town of Oakfield, March 12th 2013.

RESOLUTION OPPOSING THE PROCESS OF ENACTMENT AND CERTAIN PROVISIONS CONTAINED WITHIN THE NEW YORK SAFE ACT

WHEREAS, The right of the people to keep and bear arms is guaranteed as an individual right under the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution; and

WHEREAS, The right of the people to keep and bear arms for defense of life, liberty and property is regarded as an inalienable right of the people of the Town of Oakfield;

WHEREAS, The lawful ownership of firearms is, and has been, a valued tradition in the Town of Oakfield, and the rights protected by the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution are exercised by many of its residents; and

WHEREAS, The people of the Town of Oakfield derive economic and environmental benefits from all safe forms of recreation involving firearms, including, but not limited to, hunting and target shooting while utilizing all types of firearms available under the Constitution of the United States; and

WHEREAS, Members of the Town Board of the Town of Oakfield, being elected to represent the people of the Town of Oakfield, are duly sworn by their oath of office to uphold the Constitution of the United States; and

WHEREAS, Members of the New York State Assembly and the New York Senate, being elected by the people of New York State, are duly sworn by their oath of office to uphold the Constitution of the United States; and

WHEREAS, The enactment of the NY SAFE Act (chapter 1 of the Laws of 2013) has engendered significant controversy over both the process by which it was enacted and certain provisions contained within it; and

WHEREAS, It is our understanding that many State Legislators had less than an hour to read the legislation, which contained approximately twenty-five thousand words, before being forced to vote on it; and

WHEREAS, Having reviewed the legislation and time constraints, it our conclusion that there is no possible way any individual could have read the entire bill and understood its full implications prior to voting on it; and

WHEREAS, Our State Legislators most certainly could not have had the time to request, and receive, the input of their constituents regarding this matter; and

WHEREAS, Seeking and considering, such public input is a standard to which we hold ourselves as the Town Board of the Town of Oakfield; and

WHEREAS, This legislation has 60 sections, of which only three take effect immediately, and

WHEREAS, In our opinion, there was no reason for the Governor to use a message of necessity to bring this bill to vote immediately and bypass the three day maturing process for all legislation; and

WHEREAS, The mishandling of the process in crafting the NY SAFE Act resulted in complex policy changes, many of which have been left to interpretation, and are confusing even to the State Legislators who voted on them, and the law enforcement officials who are required to enforce and explain them; and

WHEREAS, Requiring law-abiding gun owners to verify ownership of certain types of firearms every five years, in addition to registering them on their permits, which now also must be renewed every 5 years, does not increase the safety of the public and is unnecessarily burdensome to the law abiding residents of New York State; and

WHEREAS, This legislation prohibits the sale of firearm magazines with a capacity larger than seven rounds; and

WHEREAS, Those firearm magazines with a capacity larger than seven rounds, which are authorized to be retained by existing owners, may only be loaded with seven rounds and eventually must be permanently altered to only accept seven rounds or be disposed of, thus constituting a seizure of legally owned personal property with no provision for compensation; and

WHEREAS, Few or no low capacity (7 rounds or less) magazines currently exist for many of the firearms commonly possessed by law-abiding residents of New York State; and

WHEREAS, Limiting the number of rounds to seven versus ten is arbitrary and capricious, has no correlation to public safety, unfairly burdens law –abiding gun owners, and puts an undue burden on gun manufacturers to retool their manufacturing plants; and

WHEREAS, The only persons who will comply with the new high-capacity magazine ban are law-abiding citizens, leaving the same high-capacity magazine in the hands of those who choose not to obey the law; and

WHEREAS, REQUIRING DOCUMENTATION OF ALL AMMUNITION SALES IN NEW YORK STATE, AS PROVIDED FOR IN THIS LEGISLATION, IS A SIGNIFICANT UNFUNDED MANDATE ON BUSINESS; AND

WHEREAS, The New York State Combined Ballistic Identification System, which wasted $44 million in taxpayer money and resulted in zero convictions, illustrates the propensity of government to waste taxpayer resources when legislation is not properly reviewed; and

WHEREAS, Governor Cuomo has proposed spending $36 million dollars in his 2013-2014 Executive budget for the implementation of the NY SAFE Act at a time when New York State residents are crying out for tax relief; and

WHEREAS, This legislation severely impacts the possession and use of firearms now permitted by the residents of the Town of Oakfield for defense of life, liberty and property; and

WHEREAS, This legislation severely impacts the possession and use of firearms now permitted for safe forms of recreation including, but not limited to, hunting and target shooting; and

WHEREAS, While there are some areas of the legislation that the Town of Oakfield Town Board finds encouraging, such as addressing glaring shortcomings in the mental health system, the strengthening of Kendra’s Law and Mark’s Law, as well as privacy protections for certain pistol permit holders, by-and-large, we find the legislation does little more than negatively impact lawful gun ownership; and

WHEREAS, This legislation fails to offer any meaningful solutions to gun violence and places increased burdens where they do not belong, squarely on the backs of law-abiding citizens; and

WHEREAS, This legislation effectively turns countless New York State law-abiding gun owners into criminals; and

WHEREAS, The manner in which this legislation was brought forward for vote in the State Legislature is deeply disturbing to the Town Board of the Town of Oakfield; now therefore

BE IT RESOLVED, That the Town Board of the Town of Oakfield does hereby oppose and request the repeal of any legislation, including the sections within the NY SAFE Act (Chapter 1 of the Laws of 2013), which infringe upon the right of the people to keep and bear arms; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Oakfield considers such laws to be an egregious violation of the 2nd Amendment Constitutional Rights, onerous and burdensome to the citizens and the County in their implementation, and beyond lawful legislative authority granted to our State representatives; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Oakfield strongly encourages members of the New York State Legislature to hold public hearings to address the issue of gun violence in a way that will produce meaningful results; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Oakfield requests the members of the New York State Senate and Assembly who represent all of the Town of Oakfield to reply, in writing, with their views on, and actions taken, in support of, or opposition to, the NY SAFE Act; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be sent to President Barack Obama, Vice President Joseph Biden, Governor Andrew Cuomo, United States Senators Charles Schumer, Kirsten Gillibrand, Congressman Chris Collins, New York State Senator Michael Ranzenhofer, Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver, New York State Assemblyman Stephen Hawley and the Association of Towns of New York
State.

THE FOLLOWING IS A TRUE AND ACCURATE RECORD OF VOTES CAST FOR THIS RESOLUTION.
Supervisor Cianfrini AYE
Deputy Supervisor/Councilman James Veazey AYE
Councilperson Carol Glor AYE
Councilman Tim Kabel AYE
Councilman Matt Martin AYE

Town of Oakfield by Evan Hempel

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Monroe County resolution opposing NY SAFE act

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UPDATE- Press Release Monroe County Takes Official Action to Oppose NY SAFE Act by Evan Hempel

Certified Monroe County Resolution 13-0083 of 2013 – Replealing the New York State Secure Ammunition and Fi… by Evan Hempel

Adopted Monroe County Legislature Resolution 13-0083 by Evan Hempel

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Town of Geneva resolution calling for repeal of the NY SAFE act

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RESOLUTION NO. 5-2013

RESOLUTION OPPOSING THE NEW YORK SECURE AMMUNITION AND FIREARMS ENFORCEMENT ACT OF 2013

WHEREAS, The right to bear arms is guaranteed by the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, as well as the Civil Rights Law of the State of New York; and

WHEREAS, Our oath of office is unambiguous; “”I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support the constitution of the United States, and the constitution of the State of New York, and that I will faithfully discharge the duties of the office of …………, according to the best of my ability;”; and

WHEREAS, The New York State Secure Ammunition and Firearms Enforcement (SAFE) Act of 2013 was rushed to passage by the New York Senate, Assembly and Governor, is contrary to the Second Amendment of the United States Constitution and will have a detrimental effect on hunters, sportsmen and legal gun owners acting on their right of self defense; and

WHEREAS, The SAFE Act of 2013 contains a few positive measures in pursuit of enhanced gun safety, notably;
1. The law makes killing emergency first responders an aggravated or first degree murder offense requiring life without parole.
2. The law requires a comprehensive review of mental health records before firearms permits are granted and review of records to determine if revocation of permits is required.
3. The law provides that guns must be safely stored if the owner lives with someone who has been convicted of a felony or domestic violence crime, has been involuntarily committed, or is currently under an order of protection.
4. The law adds several increased sanctions for violation of New York gun laws and creates new gun crimes which did not previously exist; and

WHEREAS, This legislation imposes far more burdensome regulations upon law abiding gun owners; notably;
1. The law’s definition of assault weapons is too broad, and prevents the possession of many weapons that are legitimately used for hunting, target shooting and self defense.
2. The law enacts reductions in the maximum capacity of gun magazines which unfairly limits the design capabilities of guns purchased legally for over a century, strikes only at law-abiding citizens and will not make New Yorkers safer.
3. The law requires a five year recertification of pistol permits and registration of existing assault weapons which is an unfair impediment contrary to the Second Amendment, strikes only at law-abiding citizens and will not make New Yorkers safer.
4. The new law imposes several new provisions regarding how, and from whom, ammunition can be lawfully purchased which is an unfair impediment contrary to the Second Amendment, strikes only at law-abiding citizens and will not make New Yorkers safer; and

WHEREAS, This legislation creates an environment in the state hostile to gun manufacturers and gun ownership; now therefore be it

RESOLVED, That the Geneva Town Board opposes the enactment of the New York State Ammunition and Firearms Enforcement Act of 2013 because it fundamentally alters and minimizes the right to keep and bear arms while minimally addressing the problems of gun violence; and

RESOLVED, That the Geneva Town Board calls upon the New York State Legislature and Governor to repeal the New York State Secure Ammunition and Firearms Enforcement Act of 2013; and

RESOLVED, That certified copies of this resolution be sent by the Clerk of this Board to the Governor of the State of New York, Senator Michael Nozzolio and Assembly Minority Leader Brian Kolb

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, Councilman Riley motioned that the following resolution be adopted; which was then seconded by Councilman Larsen. The Supervisor called the roll of the Town Board, which was done by the following results:

I, Lorrie S. Naegele, Town Clerk of the Town of Geneva do hereby certify that the aforementioned resolution was adopted by the Town Board of the Town of Geneva on March 12, 2013 by the following vote:

AYE:
Councilman Richard Larsen
Councilman Patrick Malcuria
Councilman Pat Riley
Councilman George Smith

NAY:
Supervisor Mary E. Luckern

______________________________
Lorrie S. Naegele, Town Clerk
Dated: March 12, 2013

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Town of Conklin resolution

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RESO 2013-34: OPPOSITION TO ANY ATTEMPT BY THE NEW YORK STATE LEGISLATURE TO ENACT LEGISLATION WHICH BUNDLES ISSUES RELATING TO GUN CONTROL AND AMENDMENT OF THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION LAW

Mr. Bullock moved for the following resolution:

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Conklin is aware that two bills have been introduced in the New York State Senate, Bill Numbers S.2131 and S.2132, which propose amendments to the New York State Freedom of Information Law exempting disclosure of gun permit holders in certain instances, and

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Conklin supports legislation that would exempt from disclosure records pertaining to gun permit holders except for law enforcement purposes, and

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Conklin is aware of efforts to enact stricter gun control legislation, but has not had an opportunity to review and consider this legislation, and

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Conklin believes that the issues surrounding disclosure of gun permit holders and those of enacting stricter gun control are separate issues which should not be bundled together in one law,

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Town Board of the Town of Conklin in regular session duly convened as follows:

1. The Town Board of the Town of Conklin hereby approves of legislation which would exempt from disclosure those individuals who hold gun permits.

2. The Town Board of the Town of Conklin opposes any effort by the New York State Legislature to enact stricter gun control measures without an opportunity of the residents of the state to debate the merits of the legislation.

3. The Town Board of the Town of Conklin opposes any effort by the State of New York to bundle together stricter gun control legislation with legislation that would exempt the records pertaining to gun permit holders from disclosure under the New York State Freedom of Information Law as it is set out in the Public Officers Law.

4. Certified copies of this resolution be sent to Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kristen Gillibrand; Congressman Richard L Hanna; New York State Senator Thomas W. Libous; New York State Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver; Assemblyman Clifford Crouch; Broome County Executive Debra Preston and the New York State Association of Towns.

Seconded by Mr. Francisco.

VOTE: Bullock – Yes, Minoia – Yes, Francisco – Yes, Finch – Yes. Motion passed unanimously.

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Town of Somerset resolution calling for repeal of the NY SAFE act

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RESOLUTION #44­ 2013
SUPPORT OF SECOND AMENDMENT

Supervisor Engert stated that the Councilmen and he have received several comments from residents regarding the NY SAFE Act and how it infringes on our rights. He read a letter from Councilman Wayner for the record, which stated (in part) that the actions of Governor Cuomo “to promote and sign into law the ill­ conceived and mis­named NYS SAFE Act, in direct contradiction to the United Stated Constitution, is all the impetus required for me to oppose his irresponsible actions”. The letter further stated “for us to  stand by silently and allow this or any government to trample underfoot our Constitutional rights would be in direct contradiction to the very spirit and purpose of their sacrifices” (our servicemen and women) and urged the Board to adopt the proposed resolution requesting repeal of this unconstitutional and dangerous law.

On a motion of Councilman Dewart, seconded by Councilman Alt, the following resolution was ADOPTED

Ayes  4 Engert, Alt, Jansen, Dewart
Nays  0

WHEREAS, the right of the people to keep and bear arms is guaranteed as an individual right under the second amendment to the United States Constitution and under the Constitution of the State of New York, and

WHEREAS, the right of the people to keep and bear arms for defense of life, liberty and property is regarded as an inalienable right by the people of the Town of Somerset, New York, and

WHEREAS, the people of the Town of Somerset, New York derive economic benefit from all safe forms of firearms recreation, hunting, and shooting conducted within Somerset using all types of firearms allowable under the United States Constitution and the Constitution of the State of New York, and

WHEREAS, the Town of Somerset Town Board being elected to represent the people of Somerset and being duly sworn by their Oath of Office to uphold the United States Constitution and the Constitution of the State of New York, and

WHEREAS, the New York State Assembly and the New York State Senate being elected by the people of the State of New York and being duly sworn by their Oath of Office to uphold the United States Constitution and the Constitution of the State of New York, and

WHEREAS, legislation hastily passed by the New York Assembly and Senate and signed into law by Governor Cuomo without public hearings, infringes on the Right to Keep and Bear Arms and would ban the possession and use of firearms now employed by individual citizens of the Town of Somerset for defense of life, liberty and property and would ban the possession and use of firearms now employed for safe forms of firearms recreation, hunting and shooting conducted within the Town of Somerset, New York, and

WHEREAS, the Town of Somerset Town Board believes there are many other less intrusive means available other than rash, confusing and inarticulately drafted firearms laws that would effectively control, manage and reduce violence in our society such as mental health reforms, anti­bullying programs for schools, enforcement of existing firearms laws to the fullest extent possible and proper psychological counseling for those in need or who request it.

NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that the Town of Somerset Town Board does call upon our NYS Legislature to repeal the NY SAFE ACT and further hereby oppose the enactment of any legislation that would infringe upon the Right of the People to keep and bear arms and consider such laws to be unconstitutional, unnecessary and beyond lawful legislative authority granted to our State representatives, as there is no documented correlation between gun control measures and crime reduction.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be sent to President Barack Obama, Vice President Joseph Biden, Senator Charles Schumer, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, Congressman Chris Collins, Governor Andrew Cuomo, Senator George Maziarz and Assemblywoman Jane Corwin.

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Town of Candor resolution in support of Second Amendment

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CANDOR SAFE ACT

Candor Town Board
Support for the Second Amendment

WHEREAS, the right of the People to Keep and Bear Arms is guaranteed as an individual right under the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution and under the Constitution of the State of New York;

WHEREAS, the right of the People to Keep and Bear Arms for defense of Life, Liberty, and Property is regarded as an Inalienable right by the People of the Town of Candor, Tioga County, New York;

WHEREAS, the People of the Town of Candor, Tioga County, New York, derive economic benefit from all safe forms of firearms recreation, hunting and shooting conducted within Candor using all types of firearms allowable under the United States Constitution and the Constitution of the State of New York;

WHEREAS,the Town of Candor Board, being elected to represent the People of Candor and being duly sworn by their Oath of Office to uphold the United States Constitution and the Constitution of the State of New York;

WHEREAS, the New York State Assembly and the New York State Senate, being elected by the People of the State of New York and being duly sworn by their Oath of Office to uphold the United States Constitution and the Constitution of the State of New York;

WHEREAS, Legislation recently passed by the New York Assembly and Senate infringes on the Right to Keep and Bear Arms and would ban the possession and use of firearms now employed by individual citizens of the Town of Candor, for defense of Life, Liberty and Property and would ban the possession and use of firearms now employed for safe forms of firearms recreation, hunting and shooting conducted within the Town of Candor, Tioga County, New York;

WHEREAS, the Town of Candor Town Board believes there are many other less intrusive means available, other than rash, confusing and inarticulately drafted firearms laws that would effectively, control, manage, and reduce violence in our society, such as mental health reforms anti-bullying programs for schools, enforcement of existing firearms laws to the fullest extent possible, and proper psychological counseling for those in need or who request it;

WHEREAS, the Town of Candor Town Board does hereby oppose the enactment of any legislation that would infringe upon the Right of the People to Keep and Bear arms and consider such laws to be unnecessary and beyond lawful legislative authority granted to our State representatives;

WHEREAS, there is no documented correlation between gun control measures and crime reduction;

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town of Candor Town Board does hereby oppose the enactment of any legislation that would infringe upon the Right of the People to Keep and Bear arms and consider such laws to be unnecessary and beyond lawful legislative authority granted to our State representatives.

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Town of Wales resolution opposing the NY SAFE act

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RESOLUTION TO AMEND NYS SAFE ACT

Resolution to Repeal the New York Secure Ammunition and Firearms (S.A.F.E.) Act

WHEREAS,    We, the Town Board for The Town of Wales, Erie County in the State of New York, as representatives of our residents and as individuals, object to the infringement of the rights preserved to the citizenry by the 2nd Amendment of the Constitution of the United States of America by the governing bodies of New York State, and

WHEREAS,    On Monday January 14th, 2013 the rights of our citizens as protected  under the second Amendment of our Constitution were infringed upon without due process, and

WHEREAS,    A Gun control law (S.2230) known as New York Secure Ammunition and Firearms (S.A.F.E.) Act, was, without just cause , passed by the New York State  Senate & Assembly without a single public hearing or other input from the various Law enforcement agencies of the State of New York, and

WHEREAS,    by their own admission, many  State lawmakers did not have adequate opportunity to review the bill as presented, as the bill was shepherded through the legislative process under the guise of executive exigency,  leaving unresolved  questions about implementation and enforcement of this new law, and

WHEREAS,    This law only serves the purpose of infringing on the Constitutional rights of law abiding citizens to be able to protect themselves against criminals as well as the possible overreach of government, as intended by the Framers of the Constitution, instead of placing the focus on increasing penalties for criminals who use firearms to harm and threaten law abiding citizens and address the issues of mental illness related to violence, and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that The Town Board of the Town of Wales urgently demands that Governor Andrew M. Cuomo & the Legislative leaders suspend the New York Secure Ammunition and Firearms (S.A.F.E.) Act immediately and to engage in proper legal procedures to bring about a law that will address gun control in a constitutional and effective manner.

RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be forwarded to: Honorable Governor  Andrew M. Cuomo, Honorable  Senate Majority  Leader Dean Skelos, Majority Leader of Independent Democratic Caucus Jeff Klein, Honorable Senate Minority Leader John Sampson, Honorable Speaker of the Assembly Sheldon Silver, Honorable Leader of the Assembly Ron Canestrari, Honorable Minority Leader of the Assembly Brian Kolb. and the Western New York Delegation and Erie County Legislators

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Town of Carlton resolution calling for repeal of NY SAFE Act

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Passed unanimously March 12th 2013.

Carlton Resolution by Evan Hempel

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Town of Williamson resolution opposing the NY SAFE Act

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Resolution passed unanimously March 12th.

Councilman Orbaker presented the following Resolution and moved its adoption. It was seconded by Councilman Bixby.

            WHEREAS, the United States Constitution second amendment, as well as New York State Civil Rights Law, guarantee our citizens the right to keep and bear arms; and

            WHEREAS, the people of the Town of Williamson derive economic and environmental benefits from all safe forms of recreation involving firearms, including hunting and target shooting; and

            WHEREAS, this legislation creates an environment in our area and across the state which is hostile to gun manufactures and those who sell and service firearms; and

            WHEREAS, requiring law-abiding gun owners to verify ownership of certain types of firearms every five years, in addition to registering them on their permits, which now also must be renewed every five years, does not increase the safety of the public and is an unnecessarily burdensome to the residents of the Town of Williamson and New York State; and

            WHEREAS, NY SAFE ACT fails to offer any meaningful solutions to gun violence and places increased burdens on our law abiding citizens; and

            WHEREAS, the manner in which this legislation was brought forward for vote in the State Legislature is deeply disturbing to the Williamson Town Board asking for a vote in only 22 minutes rather than following the Legislatures own 3 day rule and not allowing any testimony from a variety of knowledgeable people;

            NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Williamson Town Board add its voice in opposition along with the Wayne County Legislative Board and a number of Wayne County towns to the NY SAFE Act (Chapter1 of the Laws of 2013), and request the repeal of any legislation, including the sections within the NY SAFE ACT which infringe upon the right of the people to keep and bear arms; and

            BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Williamson Town Board strongly encourages members of the New York State Legislature to hold public hearings to address the issue of gun violence in a way that will produce meaningful results; and

            BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Williamson Town Board opposes the imposition of any fees on New York State gun owners to finance the new provisions of the SAFE Act and any costs associated with the implementation of the SAFE Act must be borne by the State; and

            BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Town of Williamson certify and communicate this resolution to New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo; US Senator Charles Schumer of New York; US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand of New York; US Congressman Daniel Maffei of New York, representing the 24th District; New York State Senator Michael Nozzolio, representing the 54th District; New York State Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver, representing 65th District; and New York State Assemblyman Robert Oaks, representing 130th District.

 

Roll call vote on the Resolution was as follows:

AYES:      Supervisor James D. Hoffman

Councilman Gary Orbaker

Councilman Anthony Verno

Councilman Michael Bixby

Councilman Thomas D. Watson

NAYES:   None

The Resolution was declared adopted.

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Town of Bath resolution calling for the repeal of the NY SAFE act.

Posted on March 11, 2013 by | 1 comment

Resolution in Support of the Second Amendment

By Town Board of Bath, New York; Resolution in support of the Second Amendment this _____ day of ______________, 2013

Resolved by_______________________

Seconded by______________________

Whereas, the Right of the People to Keep and Bear Arms is guaranteed as an Individual Right under the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution and under the Constitution of the State of New York, and;

Whereas, the Right of the People to Keep and Bear Arms for defense of Life, Liberty, and Property is regarded as an Inalienable Right by the People of the Town of Bath, Steuben County, New York, and;

Whereas, the people of the Town of Bath, Steuben County, New York, derive benefit from all safe forms of firearms for recreation, hunting, and shooting conducted within Bath using all types of firearms allowable under the United States Constitution and the Constitution of the State of New York, and;

Whereas, the Bath Town Board , being elected to represent the people of Bath and being duly sworn by their Oath of Office to uphold the United States Constitution and the Constitution of the State of New York, and;

Whereas, the New York State Assembly and New York State Senate, being elected by the People of the State of New York, and being duly sworn by their Oath of Office to uphold the United States Constitution and the Constitution of New York State, and

Whereas, legislation passed in the night, 6 hours after being introduced, without any public notice or opportunity for comment by citizens effected, by New York Assembly and Senate, and infringes on the Right to Keep and Bear Arms and;

Whereas, the NY SAFE ACT bans the possession and use of firearms now employed by individual citizens of the Town of Bath for defense of Life, Liberty, Property and would ban possession and use of firearms now employed for safe forms of firearm recreation, hunting and shooting conducted within the Town of Bath, Steuben County, New York;

Whereas, the Bath Town Board believes there are many other less intrusive means available, other than rash, confusing, and inarticulately drafted firearm laws that would effectively control, manage, and reduce violence in our society, such as , mental health reforms, enforcement of existing firearms laws to the fullest extent possible, and proper psychological counseling for those in need or requesting it;

Now, therefore, it be and is hereby resolved that the Bath Town Board does hereby oppose the enactment of any legislation that would infringe upon the Right of the People to Keep and Bear Arms and consider such laws to be unnecessary and beyond lawful legislative authority granted to our State representatives, as there is no documented correlation between gun control measures and crime reduction.

Be it Resolved that the Town Board of the Town of Bath does hereby propose the repeal of the NY SAFE ACT.

Be it further Resolved that a copy of the resolution be sent to President Barack Obama, Vice President Joseph Biden, Senator Charles Schumer, Senator Kerstin Gillibrand, Governor Andrew Cuomo, Lieutenant Governor Robert Duffy, Congressman Tom Reed, Senator Thomas O’Mara, and Assemblyman Philip Palmesano.

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