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J208Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor Mark Cady, Sr.

Official title

“Congratulating Mark Cady, Sr. upon the occasion of being named a 2018 honoree by Arsenal City Kids”

Sponsor Neil D. BreslinSD-44
Status
Adopted
Impact
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Mark Cady, Sr. for being named a 2018 honoree by Arsenal City Kids at their annual dinner.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the impact of volunteerism and community engagement. , demonstrating how individual contributions like coaching youth sports and supporting local programming can significantly enhance the quality of life in a community.

  2. Recognizes the importance of youth development organizations. such as Arsenal City Kids, whose programs in recreation, culture, and education play a vital role in supporting children in Watervliet and the Capital Region.

  3. Brings attention to the value of local media and sports coverage. , exemplified by Mark Cady, Sr.’s involvement in "Spectator Sports" and related programming, which helped celebrate and connect the local community through shared interests.

  4. Serves as a public affirmation of community values. , reinforcing the idea that sustained commitment to service, mentorship, and civic life deserves acknowledgment and can inspire others to contribute to their communities.

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Honor Mark Cady, Sr.

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Neil D. Breslin

Senator · Senate District 44

Chair, Insurance

No co-sponsors yet.

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

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Senate Resolution No. 208 BY: Senator BRESLIN CONGRATULATING Mark Cady, Sr. upon the occasion of being named a 2018 honoree by Arsenal City Kids at its 19th Annual Testimonial Dinner on September 15,

2018 WHEREAS, A great community is only as great as those persons who provide exemplary service, whether through participation in voluntary programs, through unique personal achievement in their profession, or simply through a lifetime of good citizenship;… Show all

2018 WHEREAS, A great community is only as great as those persons who provide exemplary service, whether through participation in voluntary programs, through unique personal achievement in their profession, or simply through a lifetime of good citizenship; and WHEREAS, It is the custom 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 individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the community; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Mark Cady, Sr. upon the occasion of being named a 2018 honoree by Arsenal City Kids at its 19th Annual Testimonial Dinner to be held at the Watervliet Elks Club on Saturday, September 15, 2018; Coach Mike Deane, a retired Division I basketball coach, will serve as Master of Ceremonies; and WHEREAS, Prior to the dinner, Coach Mike Deane will lead his annual Basketball Clinic at the Watervliet Dome, a free event open to both boys and girls of all skill levels; and WHEREAS, Arsenal City Kids, formerly KIDS COUNT!, is a nonprofit organization which raises funds to enhance the lives of children through recreational, cultural, and educational programs in Watervliet, New York, and the Capital Region; and WHEREAS, Mark Cady, Sr. was born in Watervliet in 1950; when he was

years old, he moved to Spegieltown and graduated from Lansingburgh

High School, Class of 1968; and

WHEREAS, The year following graduation, Mark Cady, Sr. moved back to

Watervliet and married his wife, Barbara, in 1970; and

WHEREAS, From 1979 until 1983, Mark Cady, Sr. coached Watervliet

Little League, and from 1981 until 1983, he coached Pee Wee Basketball

at Watervliet Catholic; and

WHEREAS, In 1985, Mark Cady, Sr., along with both Pete Passeretti

and Bob Catherwood, initiated "Spectator Sports"; the trio covered

basketball, baseball and football until 1993; and

WHEREAS, During that timeframe, Mark Cady, Sr. had the privilege of

working with Charlie Volker, Doug Schoonmaker, Carmen DiDonato and Dave

Plough; "Spectator Sports" was televised on Capitol Cablevision where

high school, college and professional sports were covered; and

WHEREAS, For two years, Mark Cady, Sr. did a "High School Basketball

Preview" show with Bill Higgins, John Cahill, Mark Lilac and

Watervliet's own, George "Butch" Mardigan; and

WHEREAS, In addition to his loving wife, Barbara, with him

throughout have been his three wonderful sons, twins Mark and Eric, and

David, who have all shown him love and support and rejoice in his many

achievements; and

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when

individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our

attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens

of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to

congratulate Mark Cady, Sr. upon the occasion of being named a 2018

honoree by Arsenal City Kids at its 19th Annual Testimonial Dinner on

September 15, 2018; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be

transmitted to Mark Cady, Sr.

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