2025-1872025-187
Resolution Declaring October As Breast Cancer Awareness Month In The Town Of Wappinger
At a Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger, Dutchess County, New York, held
at Town Hall, 20 Middlebush Road, Wappingers Falls,
New York, on October 27, 2025.
The meeting was called to order by Joseph D.
Cavaccini, Town Supervisor, and upon roll being called,
the following was recorded:
✓ Vote Record - Resolution RES -2025-187
Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
Q Adopted
❑ Adopted as Amended
Joseph D. Cavaccini
Voter Q ❑ ❑ ❑
❑ Defeated
William H. Beale
Seconder Q ❑ ❑ ❑
❑ Tabled
Angela Bettina
Voter Q ❑ ❑ ❑
❑ Withdrawn
Christopher Phillips
Voter Q ❑ ❑ ❑
Al Casella
Mover Q ❑ ❑ ❑
The following Resolution was introduced by Casella and seconded by Councilman Beale.
WHEREAS, breast cancer affects hundreds of thousands of women and men each year across the United States,
and continues to be one of the most common forms of cancer diagnosed in women; and
WHEREAS, early detection through regular screening, self-examinations, and awareness saves lives by improving
treatment outcomes and survival rates; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Wappinger recognizes the importance of increasing public understanding of the disease,
including its symptoms, causes, and the vital importance of early detection; and
WHEREAS, countless organizations, including the Miles of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation and local community
partners, have devoted themselves to supporting research, providing education, and offering emotional and
financial assistance to individuals and families affected by breast cancer; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Wappinger stands united with survivors, patients currently battling breast cancer, their
families, and all who have lost loved ones to this disease; and
WHEREAS, during the month of October, communities across the nation engage in awareness campaigns,
fundraising efforts, and events to honor those impacted by breast cancer and to encourage preventive health
practices; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Wappinger wishes to demonstrate its commitment to this cause by lighting Wappinger
Town Hall pink and supporting local awareness initiatives throughout the month; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger hereby proclaims the month of
October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month in the Town of Wappinger; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board encourages all residents, businesses, and organizations to join in
activities that promote awareness, support those affected, and advance the fight against breast cancer.
The foregoing was put to a vote which resulted as follows:
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Al Casella, Councilman
SECONDER: William H. Beale, Councilman
AYES: Cavaccini, Beale, Bettina, Phillips, Casella
Dated: Wappingers Falls, New York
10/27/2025
The Resolution is hereby duly declared Adopted.