LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Joseph Kirchhoff upon the occasion of
receiving the 2009 Businessperson of the Year Award from THE POUGHKEEP-
SIE JOURNAL on June 2, 2009

WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to take note of and
publicly acknowledge those exemplary individuals whose purposeful lives
and distinguished careers have been committed to bettering the quality
of life in 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
Joseph Kirchhoff upon the occasion of receiving the 2009 Businessperson
of the Year Award from THE POUGHKEEPSIE JOURNAL at a luncheon to be held
on Tuesday, June 2, 2009, at Dutchess Community College; and
WHEREAS, The Businessperson of the Year Award is presented annually to
recognize an individual whose leadership, hard work and dedication made
a measurable impact on the economic viability and vitality of the region
and the surrounding area; and
WHEREAS, A life-long resident of Dutchess County, Joseph Kirchhoff was
born in Poughkeepsie, New York; he was educated in the Arlington School
district, graduated from the Hill School in New York City and attended
Dutchess Community College; and
WHEREAS, In 1983, Joseph Kirchhoff purchased his first company, an
electrical contracting firm, while selling insurance and real estate for
his father's agency; and
WHEREAS, After selling his first company, Joseph Kirchhoff founded
Kirchhoff Construction Management in 1991; this successful firm is now
one of the leading commercial builders in New York State; and
WHEREAS, Despite his busy professional life, Joseph Kirchhoff 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, Following in the footsteps of his mother, Joseph Kirchhoff is
an extraordinary advocate for individuals with special needs; he is a
generous benefactor whose contributions and continued leadership have
improved countless lives throughout Dutchess County; and
WHEREAS, Joseph Kirchhoff was instrumental in assisting the Anderson
Center for Autism to execute its vision for the future and the Master
Site Plan on its campus; and
WHEREAS, Joseph Kirchhoff ensured that the Anderson Center for Autism
implemented all the components of the construction plan for the best
possible value without sacrificing quality of work; his staff has also
been keenly aware of the facility's needs to best serve the children and
adults throughout the design process; and
WHEREAS, Joseph Kirchhoff's "Whatever it Takes" attitude to accommo-
date the needs of the Anderson Center for Autism is unwavering; so much
so, he assigned his lead management team to oversee the Master Site Plan
in order to ensure seamless service and oversight on this high priority
project; and
WHEREAS, In recognition of his efforts, in 2008, Joseph Kirchhoff
received the V.V. Anderson Community Service Award from the Anderson
Center for Autism; and
WHEREAS, Joseph Kirchhoff also serves on various boards and committees
throughout the community, including Ramapo for Children, New Horizons
Foundation, and the Dutchess County Economic Development Council; and
WHEREAS, Additionally, Joseph Kirchhoff has contributed significantly
to the success of such organizations as Vassar College, Marist College,
Mount Saint Mary's College, Northern Dutchess Hospital, The Anderson
School and many more non-profit organizations; and

WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Joseph Kirchhoff has stood constant
in dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Andrea, and their
four children, Kyle, Troy, Samantha and Layla, all of whom feel privi-
leged 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 Joseph Kirchhoff 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 recognition and applause; now, there-
fore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Joseph Kirchhoff upon the occasion of receiving the 2009 Busines-
sperson of the Year Award from THE POUGHKEEPSIE JOURNAL on June 2, 2009;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Joseph Kirchhoff.