Declare Public Service Day

June 23, 2018, as Public Service Day in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to distinguish official days that are set aside to recognize the valuable contributions of public servants whose work enhances the lives of citizens of New York State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim June 23, 2018, as Public Service Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Public Service Day; and WHEREAS, The United Nations' Public Service Day is held on June 23rd each year; it recognizes that democracy and successful governance are built on the foundation of a competent civil service; and WHEREAS, The United Nations Public Service Day celebrates the value and virtue of public service to the community, highlights the contribution of public service in the development process, recognizes the work of public servants, and encourages young people to pursue careers in the public sector; and WHEREAS, Since the first Awards Ceremony in 2003, the United Nations has received an increasing number of submissions from all around the world; and WHEREAS, The United Nations (UN) holds a Public Service Awards ceremony each year; it rewards the creative achievements and contributions of public service institutions worldwide; and WHEREAS, Public Service Awards ceremony promotes the role, professionalism and visibility of public service; at the same time, Africa Public Service Day is celebrated in Africa to coincide with the United Nations Public Service Day; and WHEREAS, Many public service organizations and departments around the world celebrate this day by holding various events to recognize the valuable role that public servants play in making improvements in society; and WHEREAS, Activities include: information days featuring stalls and booths about the public service; organized lunches with guest speakers; internal awards ceremonies within public service agencies or departments; and special announcements to honor public servants; and WHEREAS, In recognition of their dedication, commitment and efforts on behalf of their community and their profession, it is the sense of this Legislative Body to extend its highest commendation to all public servants throughout the State of New York; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim June 23, 2018, as Public Service Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Public Service Day; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New York.