LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 10th Anniversary of Leadership
Genesee providing active leadership in Genesee County, New York

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 organiza-
tions and individuals that are devoted to the welfare of the community
and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commem-
orate the 10th Anniversary of Leadership Genesee providing active lead-
ership in Genesee County, New York; and
WHEREAS, Leadership Genesee is a community leadership and awareness
program run through the Cornell Cooperative Extension; its mission is to
create an experience promoting active leadership for Genesee County; and
WHEREAS, The vision of Leadership Genesee is one that values action
and responsibility based on earning the trust and respect of others; and
WHEREAS, Leadership Genesee believes that: Genesee County is a commu-
nity worthy of the investment of time, energy and resources; effective
leaders are informed and collaborative; and honest, moral, ethical and
diverse leadership is critical to its success; and
WHEREAS, Each year Leadership Genesee selects 25 individuals from the
business, non-profit and public sectors to participate in a unique form
of citizenship education; the year-long curriculum is designed to raise
awareness of the needs and challenges that affect Genesee County while
enhancing individual leadership skills with a focus on civic responsi-
bility and community stewardship; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Leadership Genesee brings together professionals
from throughout Genesee County for an in-depth look at personal, profes-
sional and community leadership issues; and
WHEREAS, Leadership Genesee emphasizes local leadership development by
raising participants' community awareness, allowing participants to
network with existing and new leaders, fostering a sense of civic
responsibility and engagement, and exposing participants to new
research-based ideas and insights about Genesee County's economic,
social and political future; and
WHEREAS, Participants in Leadership Genesee explore their own leader-
ship styles as they examine four elements to effective leadership and
civic engagement: self, others, action and community; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when an organ-
ization of such noble aims and accomplishments is brought to our atten-
tion, it should be recognized and applauded by all the citizens of this
great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 10th Anniversary of Leadership Genesee providing active
leadership in Genesee County, New York; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Leadership Genesee.