Honor John Mosher Achievement

Assembly Resolution No. 811 BY: M. of A. Norris HONORING John Mosher upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Lifetime Achiever of the Year Award by the Clarence Chamber of Commerce on March 5, 2020 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and commend those distinguished citizens who would devote their life's work and purpose to community service, contributing to the welfare of the citizens of their communities and this great Empire State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor John Mosher upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Lifetime Achiever of the Year Award by the Clarence Chamber of Commerce, to be celebrated at its 48th Annual Awards Dinner on Thursday, March 5,

2020, at Samuel's Grande Manor, Williamsville, New York; and WHEREAS, John Mosher is receiving this prestigious award for his steadfast and unremitting commitment to his beloved community of Clarence, New York; and WHEREAS, As founder of the Mosher Agency along with his wife Althea, John Mosher loved finding homes for families in Clarence, and used the platform to encourage their active participation in their new community; and WHEREAS, An advocate for veteran outreach, John Mosher has been active with the American Legion Post No. 838 in various roles, from Post Commander to Post Board of Directors; in 2015, he was inducted into the New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame; and WHEREAS, Each year, John Mosher participates in the Memorial Day Parade and the Clarence Center Fire Department's Labor Day Parade; additionally, for years he volunteered for the iconic "I Got It" tent at the Labor Day Fair; and WHEREAS, A true asset to his community, John Mosher has been active with the Clarence JCs, Clarence Chamber of Commerce, and Clarence Senior Citizens Sewer Task Force; he served as President of St. John's Lutheran Home for Children for 10 years, and as a board member for 43 years; and WHEREAS, Furthermore, he was instrumental in developing the Greenfields through his involvement with Niagara Lutheran Health System, and has worked tirelessly to promote Lake Chautauqua Lutheran Center as a resource for recreation and fellowship for families of Western New York; and WHEREAS, John Mosher also established the Mosher Farm Conservation Easement, which ensures that 43 acres of agricultural and wooded land will be protected in perpetuity as part of the Clarence Greenprint program; and WHEREAS, In addition to his wife, the late Althea, with him throughout have been his three children, Linda, David and Carol, as well as six grandchildren and two great-grandsons, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of his life and rejoice in his many achievements; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which John Mosher has displayed throughout his life; 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 John Mosher, 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 John Mosher upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Lifetime Achiever of the Year Award by the Clarence Chamber of Commerce, and to wish him well in all his future endeavors; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to John Mosher.