LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Timmian C. Massie upon the occasion of
his designation for special recognition by both the Community Foundation
of Dutchess County and the Ulster County Community Foundation on Septem-
ber 19, 2010

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 organiza-
tions and individuals who devote themselves to the welfare of the commu-
nity and its citizenly; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Timmian C. Massie upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by both the Community Foundation of Dutchess County and the
Ulster County Community Foundation at their Garden Party to be held on
Sunday, September 19, 2010, at Colonel Oliver Hazard Payne Mansion,
Esopus, New York; and
WHEREAS, A man of singular distinction, Timmian C. Massie has contin-
ually demonstrated extreme competence, extraordinary intelligence and
diligent leadership in his unwavering service to his community and
profession; and
WHEREAS, A native of Poughkeepsie, New York, Timmian C. Massie has
been Chief Public Affairs Officer and the official Marist College
spokesman since 1994; and
WHEREAS, Despite his busy professional life, Timmian C. Massie 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, Currently, Timmian C. Massie serves on various boards includ-
ing The Dyson Foundation, Saint Francis Hospital, Saint Simeon Founda-
tion and Miles of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation; and
WHEREAS, Timmian C. Massie previously served two terms as a member and
President of the City of Poughkeepsie Board of Education; President of
Dutchess Outreach, the Dutchess County Interfaith Council, and the
Dutchess County Chapter of Literacy Volunteers of America; he is also a
past Chairman of the Dutchess County Arts Council and served as Vice
President of Taconic Resources for Independence; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Timmian C. Massie has stood constant
in dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Timmian C. Massie has displayed
throughout his life; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and
sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their
profession, certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all
the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Timmian C. Massie upon the occasion of his designation for
special recognition by both the Community Foundation of Dutchess County
and the Ulster County Community Foundation; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Timmian C. Massie.