LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring William E. Evans upon the occasion of
his retirement after 24 years of distinguished service to Chenango Coun-
ty

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge the
significant milestones in the distinguished careers of esteemed resi-
dents of this noble 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
William E. Evans upon the occasion of his retirement after 24 years of
distinguished service as Chenango County Treasurer; and
WHEREAS, Retiring as Chenango County Treasurer and Budget Officer,
William E. Evans received an impressive standing ovation for loyal
service to Chenango County and the Chenango County Board of Supervisors,
at the Board's final meeting of the year held on December 13, 2010; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the years, William E. Evans rendered faithful,
conscientious and valuable service as the Chenango County Treasurer,
earning the admiration, esteem and affection of his colleagues; and
WHEREAS, Members of the Chenango County Financial Committee praised
the outgoing Treasurer for miraculously keeping budget increases less
than one percent every year, in addition to growing county surplus; and
WHEREAS, William E. Evans eagerly entered politics and government at
the age of 25, upon being elected councilman for the Town of Norwich,
New York; he proudly served as Town Justice and later became a devoted
member of the Norwich Industrial Development Association; and
WHEREAS, As Chenango County Treasurer and Budget Officer, William E.
Evans served with loyalty, honor and distinction; he was governed by a
keen sense of duty and always showed a unique grasp of human problems in
his official acts; and
WHEREAS, In this capacity, William E. Evans provided leadership and
sound financial management to the residents of Chenango County, follow-
ing in the footsteps of his father, Albert J. Evans, whose career also
included many years as County Treasurer; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout has been his loving family, all of whom
feel privileged to be a part of his life and rejoice in his achieve-
ments; and
WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor William E. Evans upon the occasion of his retirement after 24
years of distinguished service as the Chenango County Treasurer; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to William E. Evans.