Commending Camp Stella Maris upon the occasion of celebrating its 100th Anniversary in 2026
Assembly Resolution No. 1392 is a ceremonial measure that commends Camp Stella Maris on the occasion of its 100th anniversary in 2026. The resolution recounts the camp’s history on Conesus Lake in Livingston County, its founding in 1926, its growth from an initial boys’ camp to a program serving boys and girls, and its long-standing mission of fostering faith, friendship, confidence, and personal development among young people.
The resolution also highlights the camp’s broader role in the community, including day and overnight camping, financial assistance through the Charles M. Bayer Campership Program, and year-round programming such as the Adventure-Based Learning Experience (ABLE). It notes the camp’s plans for continued growth, including a new fieldhouse to expand leadership, recreation, and community engagement opportunities.
This resolution does not change state law, create new regulatory requirements, or appropriate funds. Its effect is purely honorary: it formally recognizes Camp Stella Maris, its founders, staff, volunteers, supporters, and the generations of campers and families associated with it. The only practical legislative action is the transmission of an engrossed copy of the resolution to the camp.
The sentiment surrounding the bill is strongly positive and celebratory. The resolution is written in a commendatory tone and emphasizes the camp’s century of service, its charitable accessibility efforts, and its contribution to youth development and community life. There is no recorded opposition, committee debate, or vote history indicating controversy.
There are no notable points of contention in the available record. Because the measure is a nonbinding commemorative resolution, it does not appear to raise policy disputes, fiscal concerns, or legal objections. The only substantive emphasis is on honoring the camp’s Catholic heritage, youth programming, and community impact, all of which are presented favorably.