Bill Text: NY K00802 | 2019-2020 | General Assembly | Introduced
Bill Title: Honoring Daniel Burke upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Henry Crandall Award
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2020-02-27 - adopted [K00802 Detail]
Download: New_York-2019-K00802-Introduced.html
Assembly Resolution No. 802 BY: M. of A. Stec HONORING Daniel Burke upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Henry Crandall Award by the Crandall Public Library WHEREAS, Individuals who give of their time and energies and serve the best interests of their communities are an asset beyond remuneration and cannot be sufficiently extolled; and WHEREAS, Daniel Burke has given not only of his time and energies but also of his competence, intelligence and leadership and consequently has been designated for special recognition; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Daniel Burke upon his designation as recipient of the Henry Crandall Award by the Crandall Public Library, to be celebrated at its 10th Annual Gala on Friday, September 27, 2019, at The Queensbury Hotel, Glens Falls, New York; and WHEREAS, The Henry Crandall Award recognizes a person who has demonstrated the values and legacy of the library's founder, including such things as generosity, perseverance, loyalty, compassion, civic pride, and philanthropy; Daniel Burke is one such individual; and WHEREAS, Recently retired from NBT Bank, Daniel Burke served as President of the North County Region since June of 2007; he has had over 35 years of banking experience, including serving as President and CEO of TD Bank New York and its predecessor, Evergreen Bank; and WHEREAS, A resident of Queensbury, New York, Daniel Burke has been called upon to contribute his time and talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and has always given of himself unstintingly; and WHEREAS, Daniel Burke is a member of Plattsburgh State College Council and Chairman of the Adirondack Health Institute; in 2012, he was the recipient of the 23rd Annual J. Walter Juckett Community Service Award by the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce; and WHEREAS, Currently, Daniel Burke is the President of the Adirondack Civic Center Coalition, Glens Falls Business Improvement District, as well as the Greater Glens Falls Amateur Athletic Championship Association; and WHEREAS, A tremendous supporter of the Crandall Public Library, Daniel Burke has demonstrated a profound dedication to the betterment of the local community; he continues to show his commitment by donating both his time and talent to multiple non-profits throughout the years; and WHEREAS, In the faithful performance of his duties and volunteer efforts, Daniel Burke's ongoing endeavors and notable achievements have significantly contributed to bettering the quality of life in his community; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Daniel Burke upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Henry Crandall Award by the Crandall Public Library; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Daniel Burke.