Schenectady County Legislature honors outgoing Legislator Sarah Mae Pratt

Legislators in the Schenectady County Legislature on Dec. 22 adopted Resolution 190-25 formally thanking Sarah Mae Pratt for her service representing District 3.

The resolution, read by the clerk, cited Pratt’s six-and-a-half years in office, her experience as a small-business owner who created employment opportunities for people with developmental disabilities and her leadership on environmental conservation, farmland preservation, renewable energy and parks. The legislature approved the resolution by roll call (13 aye, 2 excused).

Sarah Mae Pratt, who was invited to the well to receive a plaque, said she was honored to serve. “I’ll keep it short, but thank you so much for this recognition. It has been a true honor and a privilege to serve as a member of this esteemed body for the last 6 and a half years,” she said, reflecting on efforts to increase walkability and pedestrian safety in District 3 and projects such as making libraries fine free. Pratt also noted the chamber has become more diverse during her tenure and thanked voters, colleagues, staff and family.

Colleagues offered remarks praising Pratt’s service. Legislator Miguel thanked her for “diligence” and “integrity,” and another member, identified in the record as Osterlacher, said she had learned a great deal from Pratt about running a business and legislative procedure.

The legislature presented Pratt with a resolution and plaque and then moved to the rest of its agenda. No further formal action was recorded regarding Pratt; the resolution passed and the meeting continued with the scheduled business.