LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Greater
Massena Area Chamber of Commerce

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize those
associations which serve to support small businesses in their community,
and in doing so, contribute to the economic vitality of their community
and the State of New York; 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 80th Anniversary of the Greater Massena Area Chamber of
Commerce, to be celebrated at its annual dinner on Thursday, March 8,
2012; and
WHEREAS, Incorporated on May 29, 1931, the Greater Massena Area Cham-
ber of Commerce has serviced its community with great pride and commit-
ment for over 80 years; and
WHEREAS, Throughout its spanning years, devoted men and women have
partnered with numerous businesses to provide for a more robust business
climate in Massena while establishing many sponsored events for fun-
filled community involvement; and
WHEREAS, In an effort to promote the community of Massena, the Greater
Massena Area Chamber of Commerce provides relocation packets, direct
mail, newsletter, membership directory, website, community events, media
advertising, and special interest directories; and
WHEREAS, The Greater Massena Area Chamber of Commerce works to support
economic growth by promoting business-friendly policies and legislation
working with local, regional, and statewide partners; and
WHEREAS, The Greater Massena Area Chamber of Commerce partners with
Local Government to help promotion tourism, to provide publicity
services for the town and village, and to provide input and planning;
and
WHEREAS, Moreover, the Greater Massena Area Chamber of Commerce serves
as an information clearinghouse, coordinating and publishing
monthly/yearly calendar of events, and providing answers to questions
posed by residents and visitors by phone, email, or mail; and
WHEREAS, It is with great pleasure that this Legislative Body acknowl-
edges the Greater Massena Area Chamber of Commerce, and recognizes its
contributions to the local and State economies, fully confident that it
will continue its outstanding efforts in support of small businesses;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Greater Massena Area Chamber of
Commerce; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Greater Massena Area Chamber of Commerce.