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  1. 1992.6.2 - The Role of OMRDD in the Provision of Services To Children Exposed to Crack/Cocaine in Utero

    Prepared by the Division of Policy, Planning, and Service Design, in association with members of the Mental Retardation Developmental Disabilities Advisory Council's Public Education, Prevention, and Early Intervention Committee, January 1992.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

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  2. 1993.2.2 - Kennedy Foundation Accomplishments

    A detailed listing of accomplishments in the field of mental retardation by the Kennedy Administration. Penned by Stanley Sterr to Sargent Shriver and Dr. Robert Cooke in 1993.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Kennedy Foundation Accomplishments
  3. 1993.4.3 - Willowbrook Permanent Injuction

    Willowbrook Permanent Injunction NYSARC, Inc., et al. against Mario Cuomo, et al. 1993.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Willowbrook Permanent Injuction
  4. 1993.5.5 - Proceedings of The Arc Summit on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

    Chapters of The Arc from across the country gathered April 23-25, 1993 to discuss Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and prevention efforts. Hosted by The Arc of Maryland.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

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  5. 1993.6.1 - Strategic Plan for the Prevention of Disabilities

    A 1992-1993 progress report published by the New York State Department of Health. Select pages of this record have been made public.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

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  6. 1993.8.1 - NYSARC, Inc. Association Resolution

    NYSARC, Inc. Association Resolution honoring former NYS OMRDD Commissioner Elin M. Howe. Adopted by the NYSARC, Inc. Delegate Assembly on October 23, 1993.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    NYSARC, Inc. Association Resolution
  7. 1993.8.2 - NYSARC, Inc. Association Resolution

    NYSARC, Inc. Association Resolution honoring Assemblywoman Elizabeth Connelly. Adopted by the NYSARC, Inc. Delegate Assembly on October 23, 1993.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    NYSARC, Inc. Association Resolution
  8. 1994.4.1 - New Director Named for Rome DDSO

    New York State Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities Comissioner Thomas Maul names Stephen Smits Director of the Rome Developmental Disabilities Services Office in this OMRDD reports announcement.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    New Director Named for Rome DDSO
  9. 1994.9.1 - State of New York Executive Chamber Letter

    Letter from Governor Mario M. Cuomo to Marc N. Brandt, Association Executive Director, commending NYSARC on their 45th anniversary and achievements. Letter penned October 27, 1994.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    State of New York Executive Chamber Letter
  10. 1995.1.2 - 1995 Awareness Week

    Proclaimation signed by Governor George Pataki, declaring February 7-14, 1995 Mental Retardation Awareness Week.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    1995 Awareness Week
  11. 1995.2.1 - Proclamation of Mental Retardation Awareness Week

    Original, framed proclamation by New York Governor George E. Pataki, declaring the week of February 7-14, 1995 as Mental Retardation Awareness Week. The proclamation discusses the importance of building public awareness and understanding.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    State of New York Executive Chamber
  12. 1995.6.1 - Letter from President Bill Clinton to Dr. Robert Guthrie

    Letter from President Bill Clinton commending Dr. Robert Guthrie for his research on PKU.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Letter from President Bill Clinton to Dr. Robert Guthrie
  13. 1995.8.4 - Where People Live

    The Arc's position statement on residental placement of individuals with disabilities. Position was adopted October, 1995 and replaced the "Residential Living Arrangements" statement.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Where People Live
  14. 1995.8.5 - Confronting Change: Streamlining and Restructuring Services for Persons with Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities

    A proposal written by NYSARC, Inc. for the FY '95-'96 services, and beyond.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

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  15. 1996.2.1 - Proclamation of Mental Retardation Awareness Week

    Framed original proclamation by New York State Governor George E. Pataki, declaring February 7-14, 1996 as Mental Retardation Awareness Week in New York State.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Proclamation of Mental Retardation Awareness Week
  16. 1996.8.4 - Testimony to the Legislative Fiscal Committees

    Testimony provided by NYSARC, Inc. Executive Director Marc N. Brandt to the Legislative Fiscal Committees about the impact of budget cuts. Testimony provided on January 29, 1996.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

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  17. 1996.9.1 - Dear Blanche... Sincerely, Bill Clinton

    A letter from President Bill Clinton to Blanche Fierstein, congratulating her on her installation as President of NYSARC, Inc. Letter dated October 23, 1996.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Dear Blanche... Sincerely, Bill Clinton
  18. 1996.9.2 - Dear Blanche and Marc... Sincerely, Bill Clinton

    Letter sent to NYSARC, Inc.'s President Blanche Fierstein and Executive Director Marc N. Brandt, from President Bill Clinton, regarding his opposition to Medicaid funding cuts. Letter dated January 5, 1996.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Dear Blanche and Marc... Sincerely, Bill Clinton
  19. 1997.2.1 - Proclamation of Mental Retardation Awareness Week

    Original, framed proclamation by New York State Governor, George E. Pataki, declaring the week of February 7-14, 1997 as Mental Retardation Awareness Week. The proclamation discusses the importance of the Legacy of Love Campaign and the progress made towards equality and fulfillment.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    State of New York Executive Chamber
  20. 1998.2.1 - Proclamation of Mental Retardation Awareness Week

    Framed original proclamation by George E. Pataki, Governor of the State of New York, declaring February 7-14, 1998 as Mental Retardation Awareness Week in New York State.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Proclamation of Mental Retardation Awareness Week
  21. 1999.2.5 - State of New York Executive Chamber Citation

    Citation offered by New York State Governor George E. Pataki, commending NYSARC, Inc. on their 50th anniversary.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    State of New York Executive Chamber Citation
  22. 1999.5.6 - 50th Anniversary Legislative Resolution

    Legislative Resolution memorializing the 50th anniversary of NYSARC, Inc. and the celebration of "Our Golden Past… Our Shining Future" with Laurel Run as a major statewide event.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    50th Anniversary Legislative Resolution
  23. 1999.8.5 - General Guidelines for Disability Policy Change Agents

    A congressional insider's guide to influencing disability policy. Published in 1999, by The Arc US.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

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  24. 2001.2.1 - Proclamation of Mental Retardation Awareness Month

    Framed original proclamation by New York State Governor George E. Pataki, declaring March 2001 as Mental Retardation Awareness Month in New York State.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Proclamation of Mental Retardation Awareness Month
  25. 2001.7.1 - Commissioner's Task Force on Aging Recommendations

    Recommendations for services for aging persons with mental retardation and developmental disabilities. Published June 19, 2001.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Commissioner's Task Force on Aging Recommendations
  26. 2004.2.1 - New York State Executive Chamber Proclamation

    Original proclamation by New York State Governor, George E. Pataki, declaring March 2004 as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in New York State.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    New York State Executive Chamber Proclamation
  27. 2005.2.1 - Framed Proclamation and Pen Commemorating the Approval of Senate Bill Number 5323

    An Act to amend the Surrogate's Court Procedure Act, in relation to guardianship of developmentally disabled persons, signed October 18, 2005.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Framed Proclamation and Pen Commemorating the Approval of Senate Bill Number 5323
  28. 2005.2.2 - Proclamation of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

    Governor George Pataki declares March 2005 Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Proclamation of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
  29. 2005.3 - Letter to OMRDD Commissioner Thomas Maul from Community League

    This letter is regarding the Developmental Center cemeteries, discussing markers on burial sites and budget.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Letter to OMRDD Commissioner Thomas Maul from Community League
  30. 2006.2.1 - Proclamation of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

    Original proclamation by New York State Governor George E. Pataki, declaring March 2006 as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in New York State.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Proclamation of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
  31. 2006.4.1 - Historical Overview of Services for Willowbrook

    A detailed historical overview of the landmarks in the Willowbrook case. Revised September 2006.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Historical Overview of Services for Willowbrook
  32. 2006.9.1 - Conroy Elected NYSARC, Inc. President

    NYSARC, Inc. press release announcing Katherine Wilson Conroy was sworn in as the new Association President. Conroy served as President from Fall 2006 through 2010.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Conroy Elected NYSARC, Inc. President
  33. 2006.9.2 - Thomas A. Maul Announces Plans to Retire As OMRDD Commissioner

    Thomas A. Maul served as OMRDD (OPWDD) Commissioner from 1993 to 2006. This statement details his career and achievments. Exact distribution date unknown.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Thomas A. Maul Announces Plans to Retire As OMRDD Commissioner
  34. 2007.2.1 - Proclamation of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

    Original proclamation by New York State Governor Eliot Spitzer, declaring March 2007 as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in New York State.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Proclamation of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
  35. 2008.2.1 - Proclamation of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

    Original, framed proclamation by New York State Governor, Elliot Spitzer, declaring March 2008 as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. The proclamation discusses the progress made over the last few decades and applauds the achievements of individuals with developmental disabilities.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    State of New York Executive Chamber
  36. 2009.2.1 - Proclamation of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

    Original proclamation by New York State Governor David A. Paterson, declaring March 2009 as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in New York State.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Proclamation of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
  37. 2009.2.2 - National Direct Support Professionals Week

    U.S. Senate resolution designating National Direct Support Professionals Week, beginning beginning September 14, 2009.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

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  38. 2009.7.1 - Commissioner's Task Force on Aging

    Report and recommendations from the OMRDD Commissioner's Task Force on Aging. Published April 8, 2009.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Commissioner's Task Force on Aging
  39. 2010.2.1 - Proclamation of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

    Original proclamation by New York State Governor, David A. Paterson, declaring March 2010 as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in New York State.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

    Proclamation of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
  40. 2010.8.3 - NYSARC, Inc. Position Statements - Chapter Resource Kit

    NYSARC Issues and Positions Committee 2010 Chapter Resource Kit. Includes a letter from Maryann Bryant-Bruner, Chairperson of the NYSARC Issues and Positions Committee. Select pages of this record have been made public.

    Record Type: Documents, Reports, Letters

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