LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Anthony Campilii upon the occasion of
his induction into the Dutchess Community College Alumni Hall of Fame on
March 27, 2010

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 individ-
uals who devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its citi-
zenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Anthony Campilii upon the occasion of his induction into the Dutchess
Community College Alumni Hall of Fame; and
WHEREAS, In honor of this most illustrious accolade, Anthony Campilii
will be recognized by the Dutchess Community College Foundation at its
Community's Bridge to the Future Gala to be held on Saturday, March 27,
2010, at The Grandview, Poughkeepsie, New York; and
WHEREAS, A man of singular distinction, Anthony Campilii has contin-
ually demonstrated extreme competence, extraordinary intelligence and
diligent leadership in his unwavering service to both his community and
profession; and
WHEREAS, Anthony Campilii graduated from Dutchess Community College
with an A.A.S. degree in Business Administration in 1960; he went on to
earn his B.A. degree from Marist College in 1962; he would later obtain
his M.B.A. in Business/Finance from Marist College in 1980; and
WHEREAS, Upon receiving his Bachelor's degree, Anthony Campilii began
his esteemed career at Marist College in 1962; during his tenure, he
held the position of Chief Financial Officer as well as Vice President
of Business Affairs; in 2005, he retired after 43 years of distinguished
service; and
WHEREAS, Despite his busy professional life, Anthony Campilii has been
called upon to contribute his time and talents to countless civic and
charitable endeavors and has always given of himself unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary leader, Anthony Campilii has served as the Trea-
surer of the Village of Wappingers Falls; President of St. Mary's Parish
Council; Treasurer and member of the Board of Directors for the Mental
Health Association of Dutchess County; President and member of the Board
of Directors of the Dutchess County Cooperative Extension; Treasurer of
the Marist College Alumni Association; and member of the Board of Direc-
tors of the American Cancer Society; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Anthony Campilii is the former Treasurer and
current member of the Board of Directors for the Wappinger's Playground
Playgroup Nursery School; he is a Board member of the Grinnell Library,
where he once served as President and Treasurer; and he is also the
former Treasurer of the Board of Governors and current member of the
Finance committee for the United Way of Dutchess County; and
WHEREAS, Today, Anthony Campilii is the Treasurer and member of the
Board of Directors for the Samuel F.B. Morse Historic Site at Locust
Grove; Vice President and member of the Finance/Audit and Executive
committees for the Eleanor Roosevelt Historic Site at Val-Kill; a
special task force member for the Dutchess County Legislature; a member
of the Finance and Foundation committees for the Vassar-Warner Adult
Residence; and a Board member and liaison to college administration for
the Marist College Center for Lifetime Studies; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Anthony Campilii has stood constant
in dignity, good grace and humor; and

WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife of 47 years, Ginny,
their three children, Susan, Christian David, and Allison, as well as
their eight grandchildren, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of
his life and rejoice in his achievements; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Anthony Campilii has displayed
throughout his life; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Anthony Campilii upon the occasion of his induction into the
Dutchess Community College Alumni Hall of Fame on March 27, 2010; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Anthony Campilii.