On Saturday, March 9, 2013 Senator Bonacic spoke at the Sullivan Renaissance 2013 Annual Conference, Local Market & Expo being held at the CVI Center in Ferndale.  The conference featured workshops on a wide variety of topics, an expo including gardening and landscaping exhibits, an indoor market full of local products, and a presenation of the Annual Sullivan First Achievement Awards, which were created to recognize individuals, businesses and organizations for their outstanding commitment to improving the appearance of Sullivan County.