Honor William J. Sitzman

Senate Resolution No. 3409 BY: Senator O'MARA HONORING William J. Sitzman upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the 2017 Ambassador of the Year Award by the Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce on January 20, 2018 WHEREAS, From time to time this Legislative Body takes note of certain extraordinary individuals it wishes to recognize for their valued contributions to the success and progress of society and publicly acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the basic humanity among us all; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor William J. Sitzman upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the 2017 Ambassador of the Year Award by the Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce to be celebrated at its Winter Gala on Saturday, January 20,

2018, at the Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel in Watkins Glen, New York; and WHEREAS, The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce serves over 450 members and continues to grow; its members include sole proprietors, small businesses, home businesses, corporations, and non-profit organizations; and WHEREAS, The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce diligently works to advance economic vitality by providing promotion, education, and support for its members and community; the Chamber strives to be the leading organization that meets the needs and exceeds the expectations of its business community; and WHEREAS, William J. Sitzman truly lives by the Chamber's mantra; this long-time volunteer has continually demonstrated complete dedication, investment, and leadership in both the Chamber and its Ambassador Program; and WHEREAS, William J. Sitzman has been a Chamber Ambassador for over a year, and goes above and beyond the call of duty with great joy and enthusiasm; he makes contact with his assigned list of member and potential member referrals, and communicates with the Chamber's Membership Service Manager; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which William J. Sitzman has displayed throughout his life; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a long and sustained commitment to excellence certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honoring William J. Sitzman upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the 2017 Ambassador of the Year Award by the Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to William J. Sitzman.