LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring John M. McDaniel upon the occasion of
his retirement after 55 years of dedicated service as the Town Clerk of
Sherburne, New York

WHEREAS, The quality and character of life in this Nation, and the great
State of New York, is reflective of the purposeful lives and good works
of those patriotic and civic-minded community members who dedicate their
lives and careers to the service of others; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor John
M. McDaniel upon the occasion of his retirement after 55 years of dedi-
cated service as the Town Clerk of Sherburne, New York; and
WHEREAS, A man of singular distinction, John M. McDaniel will be
recognized for his distinguished career as a public servant at a retire-
ment luncheon to be held on Sunday, November 22, 2009, at the Best Fox
Run Event Center in Sherburne, New York; and
WHEREAS, John M. McDaniel was first elected as the Town Clerk of Sher-
burne, New York, in 1954, taking over the office held by his father,
Harry McDaniel, since 1910; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his tenure, John M. McDaniel served the Town of
Sherburne, New York, with extraordinary intelligence and caring dedi-
cation, continuously striving to effectively fulfill the duties of his
position; and
WHEREAS, Prior to being elected Town Clerk, John M. McDaniel proudly
served as a Sergeant in the United States Armed Services during World
War II; and
WHEREAS, Despite his busy professional life, John M. McDaniel donates
much of his time and energies to both civic and charitable organizations
within his community helping to better the quality of life for all Sher-
burne citizens; additionally, he has been a member of the American
Legion for over 30 years; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his nine children, all of whom
feel privileged to be a part of his life and rejoice in his achieve-
ments; and
WHEREAS, A singular asset to all of the citizens he has served in the
community of Sherburne, New York, John M. McDaniel's life and career are
a portrait of preeminence in public service, and present a role model
for all who aspire to a career in public service; and
WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body that when indi-
viduals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, it is appropriate to publicly proclaim and commend those individ-
uals for the edification and emulation of others; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor John M. McDaniel upon the occasion of his retirement after 55
years of dedicated service as the Town Clerk of Sherburne, New York; and
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to John M. McDaniel.