LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 60th Anniversary of the Inter-
national Goodwill Days Event

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 commem-
orate the 60th Anniversary of the International Goodwill Days Event, to
be celebrated on Saturday, May 21, 2011, at the Thousand Island's
Winery, Alexandria Bay, New York; and
WHEREAS, Sponsored by the Royal Canadian Legions and the American
Legions, the International Goodwill Days Event attracts many Legion-
naires, their families, veterans and members of the public; and
WHEREAS, Goodwill Days started six years after the end of World War II
with American Legionnaires from Clayton, Alexandria Bay, and Cape
Vincent meeting with Canadian Legionnaires from Kingston, Bath, Brock-
ville, and Gananoque; each year, this annual festivity alternates
between Canadian and American locations; and
WHEREAS, The schedule of events consists of a Memorial service, a
parade, food and refreshments, and fellowship among all; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals and organizations of such noble aims and accomplishments are
brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized 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 60th Anniversary of the International Goodwill Days
Event; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to John Konkol, American Chairman, International Goodwill
Committee.