Honor Dan Kennedy YMCA Award

Assembly Resolution No. 310 BY: M. of A. Fahy HONORING Dan Kennedy upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Capital District YMCA President's Award on May 4, 2017 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the quality and character of life in the communities across New York State are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those organizations and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its citizenry; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Dan Kennedy upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Capital District YMCA President's Award to be celebrated on Thursday,

May 4, 2017, at the Albany Marriott, Albany, New York; and WHEREAS, Dan Kennedy is being recognized with this auspicious award for displaying a deep commitment to strengthening the community and for sharing the YMCA's passion for helping those in need in every community of the Capital District; and WHEREAS, The true embodiment of what the YMCA stands for, Dan Kennedy is kind, thoughtful, knowledgeable and above all, proud to serve others; and WHEREAS, Dan Kennedy was first introduced to YMCA Camp Chingachgook as the father of three campers; absorbing the love and magic of the camp experience, he transformed from parent to volunteer, sharing his love of sailing with the Y-Knot adaptive sailing program, and providing visionary leadership to the camp's Council of Advisors as Vice Chair, Financial Development Chair and member of several committees; and WHEREAS, In his role as sales executive for Avaya Communications, Dan Kennedy provides leadership to the telecommunications sales force; his persuasive and informed style has proved highly beneficial as a Capital District YMCA volunteer; and WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a period of constructive involvement, Dan Kennedy has stood constant in dignity, good grace and humor; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which Dan Kennedy has displayed over the years; he has exhibited the true spirit of this esteemed award through his tireless dedication to the YMCA and his community; and WHEREAS, It has always been the objective of this Legislative Body to honor and support those individuals who have displayed their commitment to the betterment of their communities, and it is the intent of this Legislative Body to inscribe upon its records, this tribute to Dan Kennedy, that future generations may know and appreciate his admirable character, his many benevolent deeds, and the respect and esteem in which he is held by his peers; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Dan Kennedy upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Capital District YMCA President's Award on May 4, 2017; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Dan Kennedy.